2024 Oregon 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 Oregon when getting your motorcycle learners.. Read More

The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Oregon 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 Oregon please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/oregon/motorcycle.

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7. In general, riders should:

Explanation
Because road and traffic conditions are always changing, the safest lane position is also always changing. Choose the position that will maximize your space cushion and allow other drivers to see you most easily.

8. When passing parked vehicles, motorcycle riders should be especially cautious of:

Explanation
When passing parked vehicles, use caution. You may encounter vehicles pulling away from the curb or leaving parking spaces.

9. When riding under normal conditions, maintain a minimum following distance of:

Explanation
Under normal conditions, you should maintain a following distance of at least four seconds. Increase your following distance any time conditions are less than perfect.

10. How many alcoholic drinks need to be consumed before a rider may begin to feel the effects?

Explanation
As little as one alcoholic drink can affect a person's ability to ride. It is both illegal and dangerous to ride a motorcycle while under the influence of alcohol.

11. If your front wheel skids as a result of braking, you should:

Explanation
If your front wheel locks as a result of braking, you should release the front brake immediately and re-apply the brake smoothly.

12. As an operator, you should prepare a passenger to ride by instructing them to do each of the following, except:

Explanation
Before beginning a ride, you should ask your passenger to mount the motorcycle only after the engine has been started. They should sit as far forward as they can without crowding you and hold onto the motorcycle's passenger handholds or onto your waist, hips, or belt. They should keep their legs away from the muffler, chains, and other moving parts.
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