2025 South Dakota Motorcycle Permit Test 6
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. If your rear wheel locks up while you are stopping on a surface with good traction, you should:
Explanation
If you accidentally lock the rear wheel while stopping on a surface with good traction, you can keep it locked until you have completely stopped. Even with a locked rear wheel, you can control your motorcycle if it is upright and traveling in a straight line.
20. A solid white line on the side of the road indicates:
Explanation
A solid white line on the side of the road is used to indicate the right edge of a traffic lane.
21. If you must brake and swerve to avoid danger, you should:
Explanation
If a hazard requires you to brake and swerve, you should take these actions separately. Never brake while swerving because doing so can cause your motorcycle to fall over.
22. When scanning the area around your motorcycle, you should:
Explanation
While searching the road for potential hazards, focus on looking for escape routes in or around intersections, shopping areas, schools, and construction zones.
23. What does a traffic signal displaying a solid red arrow mean?

Explanation
A traffic signal displaying a solid red arrow has the same meaning as a red traffic light. Drivers must come to a complete stop and wait for a traffic signal that allows them to turn in their desired direction.
24. How should a group of motorcyclists pass another vehicle?
Explanation
On a two-lane road, a group of motorcyclists should pass another vehicle one at a time. Each motorcyclist should complete the pass before another begins to pass.
25. If riding during the day, you should wear:
Explanation