2025 Rhode Island Motorcycle Permit Test 16
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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7. If you lock the rear tire on a good traction surface, you should:
Explanation
If you accidentally lock the rear brake on a good traction surface, you can keep it locked until you have completely stopped. You should still be able to steer your motorcycle with a locked rear wheel.
8. On a slippery surface, you should not:
Explanation
To ride safely on a slippery surface, you should use both brakes when slowing or stopping, reduce your speed, and avoid making sudden moves. Be alert to oily areas, dirt, gravel, shaded areas, and bridges, as these surfaces are more likely to be slippery than others.
9. Without a helmet, a motorcycle rider is ________ more likely to suffer a critical head injury in a crash.
Explanation
Without a helmet, a rider is five times more likely to sustain a critical head injury in a crash.
10. Which type of sign is yellow with black lettering or symbols?
Explanation
Warning signs are yellow with black lettering or symbols and provide important information to motorists about upcoming road conditions.
11. When passing parked cars, which part of the lane should you usually use?
Explanation
When passing a row of parked cars, it is often safest to ride in the left portion of your lane. Riding in the left portion will keep you farthest from any opening car doors, people stepping out from between cars, and cars pulling out of parking spaces.
12. When being passed from behind, you should:
Explanation
