Maryland Motorcycle Permit Test

Under normal conditions, you should allow at least two seconds of distance between you and the vehicle ahead of you. The more distance between you and surrounding vehicles, the more time you will have to react if another driver makes a mistake.

Always be very careful when riding a motorcycle that is new to you. In most motorcycle crashes, the operator had less than six months of experience on the bike that they were riding.

When doing a pre-ride inspection of your motorcycle, you should check the air pressure, general wear, and tread of your tires.

Shifting your motorcycle into a lower gear causes an effect similar to applying the brakes. This is known as engine braking.

When riding, wear boots or shoes that are high and sturdy enough to cover and support your ankles. Heels should be short so they don't catch on rough surfaces. Laces should be tucked in so they can't catch onto the moving parts of the motorcycle.

You should use your low beam headlight when riding in snowy, rainy, or foggy weather. A high beam headlight can reflect off of these conditions and actually make it more difficult for a rider to see.