2025 Alabama Motorcycle Permit Test 7
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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1. Using the front and rear brakes simultaneously:
Explanation
Maximum straight-line braking is accomplished by fully and simultaneously applying the front and rear brakes without locking either wheel.
2. When making a non-emergency stop on a motorcycle:
Explanation
When making a normal, non-emergency stop, use the front and rear brakes simultaneously and downshift.
3. A pre-ride inspection:
Explanation
You should do a pre-ride inspection of your motorcycle before every ride. This will usually take only a few minutes.
4. A helmet is:
Explanation
In Alabama, operators and passengers of motorcycles are required to wear approved helmets. Helmets are your best defense against head or neck injuries in the case of an accident.
5. When riding a motorcycle, you should:
Explanation
Wearing gloves while riding provides an improved grip and help protect your hands. You should use gloves that are full-fingered and made of a durable material.
6. What does this sign mean?

Explanation
Warning signs are yellow with black lettering or symbols and provide important information to motorists about upcoming road conditions. This sign warns of merging traffic ahead.
7. _________ of all collisions involving a motorcycle and a passenger vehicle are caused by the driver failing to yield the right-of-way to the motorcyclist.
Explanation
More than one-half of collisions involving motorcycles and passenger vehicles are caused by drivers failing to properly yield the right-of-way to motorcyclists. Motorcyclists should never assume that drivers of larger vehicles will yield the right-of-way, even if they are legally required to do so.
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