2025 Rhode Island Motorcycle Permit Test 12
The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/rhode-island/motorcycle.
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1. When approaching an uneven surface, such as a bump or pothole, you should rise slightly off of your seat:
Explanation
When riding over an uneven surface, rising off of your seat will allow your joints to absorb some of the force of impact. This will make it less likely that the impact of the surface will throw you off of the motorcycle.
2. When braking, you should:
Explanation
To brake, squeeze the front brake lever and press down on the rear brake pedal. Always use both brakes when slowing or stopping.
3. When downshifting, you should:
Explanation
When shifting into a lower gear, shift down one gear at a time and ease out the clutch through the friction zone between each downshift.
4. When following another vehicle as a beginning rider, you should:
Explanation
A following distance of at least four seconds is recommended for beginning riders. Increase your following distance any time conditions are less than perfect.
5. Riding directly alongside another vehicle:
Explanation
Avoid riding directly alongside another vehicle, since this may place you in the vehicle's blind spot. If the driver can't see you, they may enter your lane without warning. Riding alongside a vehicle is also dangerous because the vehicle will block your route of escape if a hazard arises.
6. 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.
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