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2023 Rhode Island Motorcycle Permit Test 2

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.

Number of Tests 16

Number of Question 25

Passing Score 20

1. When riding on a slippery surface, you should not:

Reduce your speed.

Avoid sudden moves.

Use both brakes.

Brake quickly.

To safely ride on a slippery surface, you should reduce your speed, avoid making sudden movements, and use both brakes if you need to brake.

2. When packing a load on a motorcycle:

The heavier items should go toward the front.

The heavier items should go toward the rear.

Mounting loads behind the rear axle is recommended.

Lighter items should be stored in front of you.

Loads should be positioned forward with heavier items toward the front of the load. Loads should be over or in front of the rear axle. Lighter items should be packed behind you.

3. Maximum straight-line braking is done by:

Using only the rear brake.

Using only the front brake.

Using both the front and rear brakes without locking either wheel.

Using both the front and rear brakes while locking the rear wheel.

On a straightaway, you can stop in the shortest distance by using both brakes. Try to avoid locking either brake.

4. Before carrying a passenger in traffic for the first time, you should:

Read books about carrying passengers.

Practice riding on an empty road.

Flash your lights so others can see you.

Practice riding on the shoulder of a road.

Before transporting a passenger or heavy load in traffic for the first time, practice riding on a quiet road to get used to how your motorcycle handles differently with the additional weight.

5. If you lock the rear tire on a good traction surface, you should:

Release and re-apply the rear brake.

Keep it locked until you completely stop.

Release the rear brake and only use the front brake.

Release the rear brake and use both brakes to stop.

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.

6. Proper clothing for riding offers all of the following, except:

Comfort.

Protection in a collision.

Protection from the cold.

Discomfort.

Proper clothing for riding can help protect you from injury in the event of a collision. It can also protect against routine hazards and discomforts, such as hot or cold weather.

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