Arkansas Motorcycle Permit Test

(From the 2019 Arkansas motorcycle driver handbook)

Number of tests:	16
Number of questions:	25
Passing score:	20

Directions: To obtain a motorcycle license in Arkansas, you must pass a knowledge test and on-cycle skills test. The knowledge test consists of 25 questions from the Motorcycle Operator Manual. Each question has three or four answer choices. To pass, you must receive a score of 20 or better. There is no motorcycle manual available in Spanish. However, the test can be taken in Spanish.

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If you must brake and swerve to avoid danger, you should:

Use only the front brake while swerving.
Brake and swerve at the same time.
Either brake then swerve or swerve then brake.

Explanation ▾

If a hazard requires you to brake and swerve, you should take these actions separately. Never brake while swerving because doing so can cause your motorcycle to fall over.

When riding in the rain, you should:

Ride down the center of your lane.
Ride on the right side of your lane.
Ride in tire tracks left by other cars.

Explanation ▾

A road is often very slippery when rain first begins to fall. When it starts to rain, ride in the tire tracks left by cars to get the best traction.

If you have only one drink before riding:

You cannot be arrested for drinking and riding.
Your riding skills will not be affected.
It can affect your ability to operate a motorcycle.

Explanation ▾

Impairment of riding skills begins with the first drink. If you have consumed alcohol in any amount, it is not safe to ride.

10.

Taking a turn too fast can cause a rider to:

Accidentally end up in another lane of traffic.
Get through the turn faster.
Keep control of their motorcycle.

Explanation ▾

Taking a turn too fast may cause a rider to cross into another lane of traffic, or even leave the road entirely. It is important to slow down before entering a turn or curve.

11.

Which material provides the best protection in the case of a crash?

Denim
Leather or synthetic materials
Wool

Explanation ▾

Clothing made of sturdy leather or synthetic materials provide riders the best protection in the case of an accident. Riders should wear long pants and jackets while riding.

12.

When passing a truck on a two-lane road, you should:

Not return to your original lane until you can see the front of the truck in your rearview mirror.
Return to your original lane as soon as the truck is behind you.
Return to your original lane when you feel you have enough space.

Explanation ▾

When passing a truck, you should only return to your original lane when you can see the entire front of the truck in your rearview mirror.

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