2025 Alabama Motorcycle Permit Test 2
The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Alabama when getting your motorcycle learners permit. Each motorcycle theory practice test question has three answer choices. Select one answer for each question and select "grade this section." You can find this button at the bottom of the drivers license quiz. For a complete list of questions and answers for Alabama please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/alabama/motorcycle.
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22. To reduce the chances of a collision, a motorcyclist should:
Explanation
To reduce the risk of being involved in a collision, consistently scan your path of travel at least 10 to 15 seconds ahead of your motorcycle. Scanning the road ahead will give you time to react to a hazard before meeting the hazard.
23. Which of the following colors should you wear to increase your visibility when riding during the day?
Explanation
You should wear brightly-colored clothing when riding to maximize your chances of being seen. Bright oranges, reds, yellows, and greens are best. Most collisions occur in broad daylight, so be sure to wear bright clothing even when riding during the day.
24. What does a traffic signal displaying a solid red arrow mean?
Explanation
A traffic signal displaying a solid red arrow has the same meaning as a red traffic light. Drivers must come to a complete stop and wait for a traffic signal that allows them to turn in their desired direction.
25. You should pick a lane position that:
Explanation
Position yourself in the portion of the lane where you are most likely to be seen by other road users and where you can maintain a space cushion around your motorcycle. There is no single lane position that is always best and no single lane position that should always be avoided. A responsible rider adjusts their position as conditions change.
26. Motorcycles:
Explanation
Motorcycles have blind spots just like other vehicles. A rider should always turn their head to check for traffic in their blind spot before changing lanes.
27. Which of the following materials provides the best protection for motorcycle riders?
Explanation
Clothing made of leather or sturdy synthetic materials provide the greatest degree of protection for those riding motorcycles.
28. Since most crashes happen in daylight, you:
Explanation
Most motorcycle crashes happen in broad daylight. To make yourself more noticeable, wear brightly-colored clothing when riding, even during the daytime.
29. You approach an emergency vehicle that is stopped on the side of the road while using its flashing lights. You should:
Explanation
If you approach an emergency vehicle, tow truck, or roadside assistance vehicle that is stopped with its lights flashing, you must change lanes to allow the vehicle extra space and proceed with caution. Always slow down and be prepared to stop when you approach an emergency scene.
30. What does this sign mean?
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