2024 Tennessee Motorcycle Permit Test 8

The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Tennessee 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 Tennessee 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 Tennessee please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/tennessee/motorcycle.

Number of Tests
Number of Question
Passing Score

22. If vehicles are present on both sides of you motorcycle, which lane position is usually the best option?

Explanation
There is no lane position that is always best and no lane position that should always be avoided. A responsible rider will adjust their position as road and traffic conditions warrant. If vehicles are on both the left and right sides of a rider, the center lane position is probably the safest option.

23. When cars are merging from an entrance ramp:

Explanation
Always allow merging cars plenty of space and never assume that the drivers see you. Change lanes away from the entering traffic, if possible. If there is no room for a lane change, adjust your speed to allow for safe merging.

24. In general, which position within a lane is the best to ride in?

Explanation
There is no single lane position that is always best and no single lane position that should always be avoided. A responsible rider adjusts their position as conditions change.

25. When riding a motorcycle, you should:

Explanation
You should always wear a sturdy jacket with long sleeves when riding a motorcycle, even if the weather is warm.

26. To reduce the chances of a collision, a motorcycle rider should:

Explanation
To reduce your chances of being involved in a collision, always allow yourself an adequate cushion of space. Maintain your space cushion when following another vehicle, being followed by another vehicle, passing, being passed, or lane sharing.

27. Reflective clothing:

Explanation
Most motorcycle crashes occur in broad daylight, so wearing brightly-colored, reflective clothing while riding is advised no matter the time of day.

28. If possible, do not ride directly next to another vehicle because:

Explanation
Riding directly alongside another vehicle is dangerous because you may be in the vehicle's blind spot and the driver will not know you are there. Additionally, the vehicle may block your route of escape if any hazards should arise.

29. You have an improved chance of avoiding serious injury in a crash if you wear all of the following, except:

Explanation
Wearing a U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)-compliant helmet can help protect you against head and neck injuries in the event of a crash. A jacket made of leather or sturdy synthetic material can also protect you against injuries.

30. A sign that your rear tire has suddenly gone flat is that:

Explanation
If the rear tire of a motorcycle goes flat, the back of the motorcycle may jerk or sway from side to side. If you experience this movement when riding your motorcycle, you should stop riding and check your tires as soon as possible.
DMV Writen Test