2024 California Motorcycle Permit Test 11
The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in California 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 California please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/california/motorcycle.
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24. When riding, you should wear boots or shoes that:
Explanation
Footwear for riding should be high and sturdy enough to cover and support your ankles. Heels should be low enough that they won't catch on rough surfaces. Shoelaces should be tucked in to keep them from catching on the motorcycle.
25. A motorcycle can have no more than:
Explanation
A motorcycle is defined as a motor vehicle with a seat or saddle for the rider and no more than three wheels.
26. If wearing a jacket for protection while riding in hot weather, you should:
Explanation
A sturdy riding jacket provides essential protection in the event of a crash, no matter the weather. Jackets also provide an additional benefit in hot weather by protecting the rider against dehydration. Many motorcycling jackets are designed to prevent the wearer from overheating.
27. To make it easier to be seen by other motorists, you should:
Explanation
Wearing brightly-colored clothing while riding will make it easier for others on the road to see you. This is true regardless of the time of day.
28. Which lane position is usually best for minimizing the risk of other vehicles sharing your lane?
Explanation
Riding in the center portion of your lane can discourage other drivers from trying to squeeze into your lane to drive next to you. Additionally, riding in the center portion of your lane when traveling behind a car generally ensures that you will appear in the middle of the vehicle's rearview mirror, where the driver is most likely to notice you.
29. Which of the following is not a factor in determining a person's blood alcohol content (BAC)?
Explanation
The main factors that determine a person's blood alcohol content (BAC) are the person's body weight, how much alcohol is consumed, and how quickly the alcohol was consumed. It is always safest to not ride after consuming alcohol in any amount.
30. If you approach an uncontrolled intersection at the same time as another vehicle:
Explanation
