2024 Arkansas 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 Arkansas when getting your motorcycle learners.. Read More

The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Arkansas 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 Arkansas please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/arkansas/motorcycle.

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19. If you accidentally lock your rear brake on a good traction surface, you should:

Explanation
If you accidentally lock the rear tire on a good traction surface, leave it locked until you can come to a complete stop. Even with a locked rear wheel, you will be able to control a motorcycle on a surface with good traction as long as the motorcycle is upright and traveling in a straight line.

20. Before starting a turn, a motorcyclist should change gears to:

Explanation
It is best to change gears before starting a turn. Shifting gears while in the turn can cause a sudden change in power to the rear wheel, causing a skid. If you must change gears while in a turn, change gears smoothly to best prevent skidding.

21. What should you do if you must ride on a slippery surface?

Explanation
On a slippery surface, you should reduce your speed, avoid making sudden moves, and brake by using both brakes.

22. When preparing to pass a vehicle on the left, you should ride in which portion of the lane?

Explanation
When preparing to pass another vehicle on the left, you should ride in the left portion of your lane.

23. A motorcyclist should not rely only on their mirrors because:

Explanation
To remain aware of your surroundings, it is not enough to rely only on your mirrors. Motorcycles have blind spots just like any other vehicle.

24. A sign that your rear tire has suddenly gone flat is that:

Explanation
If the rear tire of a motorcycle goes flat, the back of the motorcycle may jerk or sway from side to side. If you experience this movement when riding your motorcycle, you should stop riding and check your tires as soon as possible.

25. If a motorcycle rider takes a turn too fast, they may:

Explanation
Taking a turn or curve too fast may cause a rider to lose control of their motorcycle. The motorcycle may cross into another lane of traffic or careen off the road.
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