2024 Indiana Motorcycle Permit Test 9
The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Indiana 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 Indiana please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/indiana/motorcycle.
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7. If you are using an unfamiliar motorcycle, what should you do before riding?
Explanation
All motorcycles are slightly different, so you should check the controls and make sure you know the gear pattern before riding an unfamiliar motorcycle. Work the throttle, clutch, and brakes a few times prior to riding.
8. If a driver is following you too closely, you should:
Explanation
If someone is following you too closely, it is a good idea to flash your brake light before slowing down. A tailgater may be concentrating on you and not see upcoming hazards that require traffic to slow down.
9. It is difficult for other motorists to see motorcycles at night. To make up for that, a motorcycle rider should:
Explanation
Strategies for safely riding at night include reducing your speed, increasing your following distance, using the lights of the car ahead to help see farther down the road, using your high beam headlight (unless following or meeting another vehicle), and being flexible about your lane position.
10. Which of the following should you inspect during a pre-ride check?
Explanation
Before setting off on any ride, you should do a thorough check of your motorcycle. Inspect the tires, oil and fluid levels, headlight, tail light, turn signals, brake light, clutch and throttle, mirrors, brakes, and horn.
11. Usually, a good way to handle a tailgater is to:
Explanation
Usually, the best way to handle a tailgater is to get them in front of you. If you can do so safely, change lanes and let them pass. Speeding up may only increase the danger by encouraging them to follow you at a faster speed.
12. If the road is wet, you should avoid:
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