2019 Washington DMV Motorcycle Test #5. 99% Pass Rate

1.

When riding with a passenger, you should do all of the following, except:

Ride more slowly than you would normally.
Start slowing earlier than you would normally.
Increase your following distance.
Not communicate with the passenger while riding.

2.

If your front wheel skids as a result of braking, you should:

Keep the front brake engaged.
Release the front brake immediately and re-apply the brake smoothly.
Release the front brake and only use the rear brake.
Release both brakes and coast to a stop.

3.

Why should you use both the front and rear brakes every time you slow or stop?

Using only one brake will cause the brakes to wear unevenly.
It develops good braking habits for emergency situations.
Using both brakes is the only way to slow down a motorcycle.
The brakes only work when both are applied.

4.

If using a sidecar to transport a load, you should:

Allow the load to move freely.
Secure the load so its weight does not shift.
Place the load unsecured in the seat.
Secure the load near the front of the sidecar.

5.

Face shields and goggles:

Will likely never need to be replaced.
Will develop scratches and become brittle, requiring regular replacement.
Should be made of breakable materials so they can break away in the event of a crash.
Should not allow air to pass through.

Washington Motorcycle Permit Test