2024 Idaho Motorcycle Permit Test 8
The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Idaho 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 Idaho please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/idaho/motorcycle.
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19. 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.
20. If possible, do not ride directly next to another vehicle because:
Explanation
Riding directly alongside another vehicle is dangerous because you may be in the vehicle's blind spot and the driver will not know you are there. Additionally, the vehicle may block your route of escape if any hazards should arise.
21. If traveling with a load, the load should be:
Explanation
If not carried in saddlebags, loads should be secured as low as possible. Attaching a load to a sissy bar can raise the motorcycle's center of gravity and upset its balance.
22. The oily strip down the center of a lane:
Explanation
While the center strip of the road can be oily, it usually provides enough traction for safe riding, unless it is raining. The oily strip is usually no more than two feet wide, so motorcyclists can generally ride on either side of the strip and still be in the center portion of the lane.
23. When riding, you should wear:
Explanation
Wear brightly-colored clothing to maximize your visibility when riding, even during the daytime. Clothing made with reflective materials can also be helpful.
24. To swerve correctly, you should:
Explanation
To swerve away from a hazard, apply a small amount of pressure to the handgrip located on the side of your intended escape.
25. If bright sunlight makes it difficult for drivers to see a motorcycle's mechanical turn signals, the rider should:
Explanation
