2025 South Dakota 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 South Dakota 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 South 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 South Dakota please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/south-dakota/motorcycle.

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19. The front brake:

Explanation
You should always use both brakes when you slow or stop.

20. What does this sign mean?

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Explanation
Warning signs are yellow with black lettering or symbols and provide important information to motorists about upcoming road conditions. This sign warns that the roadway ahead is likely to be slippery when wet.

21. Usually a good way to handle tailgaters is to:

Explanation
The best way to handle tailgaters is usually to change lanes and let them pass. Speeding up may only increase the danger by prompting them to continue tailgating you at the higher speed.

22. You can increase your chances of being seen at an intersection by:

Explanation
Using your headlight at all times of the day can improve your chances of being seen at intersections.

23. All of the following are required equipment for a motorcycle, except:

Explanation
In South Dakota, every motorcycle is required to have a seat for the operator; a seat and footrests for passengers (if applicable); at least one muffler; at least one rear reflector; at least one rearview mirror; a horn; a brake or brakes; either one or two headlights; a white license plate light; a red taillight; and a red stop light.

24. Locking your brakes can:

Explanation
Locking the brakes can cause control problems. If your front brake locks, you should release the brake then immediately re-apply it. If you lock your rear brake when stopping on a good traction surface, keep it locked until you have completely stopped.

25. When passing a row of parked vehicles, a motorcycle rider has an advantage over an automobile driver because:

Explanation
When passing a row of parked vehicles to your right, you may ride in the left portion of your lane. This way, you can more easily avoid opening doors, drivers getting out of vehicles, or people stepping out from between vehicles. Only ride in the left portion of the lane if there is no oncoming traffic.
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