2025 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/wisconsin/motorcycle.
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16. Most motorcycle/automobile accidents occur:
Explanation
Most collisions between motorcycles and automobiles take place at intersections. The most common cause of these accidents is the automobile operator failing to properly yield the right-of-way to the motorcyclist.
17. The front brake:
Explanation
The front brake is much more powerful than the rear one and provides at least 70 percent of a motorcycle's total stopping power. Use both brakes every time you slow or stop.
19. When riding with a passenger, you may need to adjust:
Explanation
It is a good idea to add a few pounds of pressure to your tires if you plan to carry a passenger. Also, adjust the suspension to handle the additional weight.
20. Riding with a passenger:
Explanation
A passenger puts extra weight on a motorcycle, which causes the motorcycle to handle differently. Only experienced riders should carry passengers.
21. When riding at night, how should your following distance compare to your following distance during the day?
Explanation
Distances are difficult to judge in the dark because visual cues (like shadows and light contrasts) can be missing or distorted. You should allow a longer following distance when riding at night than you do when riding during the day.
22. In addition to hazardous road conditions, riders should search for:
Explanation
Riders should continually scan ahead of, to the sides of, and behind their motorcycles. They should look for hazardous road conditions as well as traffic that could become hazardous.
23. When you are being passed, you should:
Explanation
When being passed, it is generally a good idea to ride in the center portion of your lane. Being on the side nearest the passing vehicle increases your risk of a collision. Being on the side farthest from the passing vehicle may prompt the other driver to merge back into your lane before it is safe.
24. When slowing or stopping, you should use both brakes:
Explanation
