2025 West Virginia Motorcycle Permit Test 5
The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in West Virginia 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 West Virginia please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/west-virginia/motorcycle.
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19. If a tire goes flat and you must brake, you should:
Explanation
If either of your tires go flat and you must brake, gradually apply the brake of the tire that is not flat (if you are certain of which tire that is).
20. When riding in a group, it is best to put inexperienced riders near the front because:
Explanation
In a group, less experienced riders should ride toward the front, just behind the leader, so more experienced riders can easily watch them.
21. It is a good idea to wear reflective clothing:
Explanation
Wearing reflective and brightly-colored clothing is always a good idea when riding a motorcycle. Crashes occur in broad daylight and at night, so it is best to wear highly visible clothing at any time of day.
22. If using a sidecar to transport a load, you should:
Explanation
Loads carried in a sidecar should be secured so that they do not shift and affect the motorcycle's handling. Loads should be distributed toward the rear of the sidecar to reduce tipping of the nose of the sidecar in the event of a sudden left turn.
23. When should the front brake be used?
Explanation
A rider should always use both brakes every time they slow or stop.
24. When braking where traction is reduced, you should:
Explanation
When slowing or stopping on a surface with reduced traction, you should use caution and apply the brakes more gently than usual.
25. You will ______ hear a tire going flat.
Explanation
Motorcyclists will seldom hear their tire go flat. Tire failure is more commonly indicated by a sudden change in handling.
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