2025 Minnesota Motorcycle Permit Test 10
The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Minnesota 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 Minnesota please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/minnesota/motorcycle.
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17. Engine braking:
Explanation
Shifting to a lower gear produces an effect similar to applying the brakes. This is known as engine braking.
18. When passing a row of parked cars to your right when there is no oncoming traffic to your left, you should:
Explanation
When passing a row of parked cars, it is generally best to stay on the side of your lane that is not directly next to the cars. This will help to protect you from potential hazards like car doors being opened or people stepping out from between the cars. If there is traffic coming from the opposite direction, it is a good idea to stay in the center portion of the lane.
19. Maximum straight-line braking is done by:
Explanation
On a straightaway, you can stop in the shortest distance by using both brakes. Try to avoid locking either brake.
20. More than half of all motorcycle crashes:
Explanation
More than half of all motorcycle crashes involve riders who have been using their motorcycle for less than six months. Most crashes take place in broad daylight when the riders are traveling at low speeds.
21. If you must brake and swerve to avoid a hazard, you should:
Explanation
If a hazard requires you to brake and swerve to avoid a collision, you should take the actions separately. Do not brake while swerving because doing so may cause your motorcycle to fall over.
22. Riding at night:
Explanation
You should wear reflective materials when riding at night to make yourself more visible to other road users.
23. When checking tire pressure:
Explanation
You should use a tire gauge to check the tire pressure before every ride. An under-inflated tire may still look okay, so a visual check is not enough.
24. Where is the rear brake pedal usually located?
Explanation
