2024 Minnesota Motorcycle Permit Test 7
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. Shifting into a lower gear causes an effect similar to:
Explanation
Shifting your motorcycle into a lower gear causes an effect similar to applying the brakes. This is known as engine braking.
18. You’ll have a better chance of avoiding serious injury if you wear all of the following, except:
Explanation
To protect yourself against injury, you should wear a DOT-compliant helmet; face or eye protection; a jacket and long pants made of sturdy material; boots or shoes that are high and sturdy enough to cover and support your ankles; and gloves made of durable material.
19. 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.
20. Which portion of the lane should be avoided?
Explanation
There is no lane position that is always best and no lane position that should always be avoided. Select a lane position that is appropriate for riding conditions.
21. Which of the following will protect your eyes from the wind?
Explanation
Goggles and face shields can protect a rider's eyes from the wind. Windshields, eyeglasses, and sunglasses generally do not shield a rider's eyes adequately enough.
22. Which types of brakes do most motorcycles have?
Explanation
Motorcycles generally have one brake for each wheel. The front brake carries more braking power than the rear brake.
23. Studies show that nearly ______ of riders killed in motorcycle crashes had been drinking.
Explanation
Alcohol is a major contributor to motorcycle crashes, particularly fatal crashes. Studies show that nearly 40 percent of all riders killed in motorcycle accidents had been drinking.
24. If a tire goes flat and you must brake, you should:
Explanation
