2025 North Dakota Motorcycle Permit Test 14
The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in North Dakota 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 North Dakota please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/north-dakota/motorcycle.
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13. If the road is wet, you should avoid:
Explanation
Oily drippings from cars and trucks collect in a strip in the center portion of a lane. This strip usually still provides enough traction for motorcyclists to operate safely, except when the road is wet. The strip is usually narrow enough that you can ride to its side and still be in the center portion of the lane.
14. Small vehicles can appear ______ and seem to be traveling ______ than they actually are.
Explanation
Small vehicles, like motorcycles, can visually seem to be farther away and moving more slowly than they actually are. This phenomenon can make it difficult for others on the road to accurately judge the location and speed of a smaller vehicle.
15. When looking through a turn to see where you are going, you should:
Explanation
When making a turn, look through the turn to where you want to go. Turn only your head, not your shoulders, and keep your eyes level with the horizon.
16. When riding in a group, what does it mean when the lead rider raises their left arm and extends their index finger, as shown in the image?

Explanation
Hand signals are an important part of communication when riding in groups. A lead rider raising their left arm and extending their index finger means that the group of riders should move into a single-file formation.
17. When you are being passed from behind, you should:
Explanation
When you are being passed from behind, stay in the center portion of your lane. This will discourage the other driver from re-entering your lane before it is safe.
18. When braking, you should:
Explanation