Utah Motorcycle Permit Test

The front brake of a motorcycle is more powerful than the rear brake. It can provide at least three-quarters of the motorcycle's total stopping power.

In Utah, the law requires operators to signal their intentions at least two seconds before beginning a turn or lane change.

Because of their size, motorcycles may seem to be traveling faster than they actually are.

Instead of or in addition to mechanical turn signals, operators may use hand signals to indicate turns or stops. If an operator's left arm is bent at the elbow and pointing upward, it means the operator plans to turn right or change lanes to the right.

To discourage automobile drivers from trying to share your lane, ride in the center portion of the lane.

In Utah, all motorcycles must have one headlamp; one taillamp; either a taillamp or separate lamp to illuminate the rear license plate with a white light; one red reflector on the rear; one stop lamp; a braking system; a horn or other warning device; a muffler and emission system; a mirror; tires with tread depths of at least 2/32 of an inch; footrests (if the motorcycle is meant to carry passengers); handlebars; and turn signals (if manufactured after 1973).