2025 Vermont Motorcycle Permit Test 9
The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Vermont 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 Vermont please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/vermont/motorcycle.
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7. Shifting into a lower gear causes an effect similar to:
Explanation
Shifting your motorcycle into a lower gear causes an effect similar to applying the brakes. This is known as engine braking.
8. The front brake supplies approximately how much of a motorcycle's potential stopping power?
Explanation
The front brake of a motorcycle is more powerful than the rear brake. The front brake supplies at least 70 percent of a motorcycle's total stopping power.
9. Most motorcycle crashes happen:
Explanation
Most motorcycle crashes happen on trips shorter than five miles, just a few minutes after the rider starts out.
10. When preparing to pass another vehicle on the left, you should:
Explanation
When passing another vehicle on the left, you should ride in the left portion of your lane. Signal your intentions and check for traffic. Pass when it is safe to do so, then signal and return to your original lane when traffic allows.
11. Successful motorcyclists know they are safest when they are:
Explanation
Successful motorcyclists know that they are safest when they are clearly seen by other road users. Use your headlight, brake light, signals, and lane position to maximize your visibility.
12. When approaching a blind intersection, you should:
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