2024 South Dakota Motorcycle Permit Test 5
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. Maintaining an adequate cushion of space while riding allows all of the following, except:
Explanation
Maintaining an adequate space cushion while riding helps ensure that you will have enough time to react and room to maneuver safely if another driver makes a mistake.
20. Before every ride, you should:
Explanation
Perform safety checks before every motorcycle ride. Test your brake controls individually to make sure each one activates the brake lights.
21. What should you do if you must ride on a slippery surface?
Explanation
On a slippery surface, you should reduce your speed, avoid making sudden moves, and brake by using both brakes.
22. If riding during the day, you should wear:
Explanation
Most motorcycle crashes happen in broad daylight. To maximize your chances of being seen, you should wear clothing with reflective material when riding, even during the day. Always wear clothing that covers your arms and legs.
23. The best way to stop quickly is to:
Explanation
To stop quickly, apply controlled pressure to both the front and rear brakes at the same time.
24. Riders who are above the legal drinking age with a minimum blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of ______ are considered legally intoxicated.
Explanation
In South Dakota, it is illegal for anyone to operate a motor vehicle if their blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is 0.08 percent or higher. However, an operator can be found to be legally impaired with a BAC that is below the legal limit.
25. When riding during the day, you should:
Explanation
