2025 Wisconsin Motorcycle Permit Test 8

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.. Read More

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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9. Which portion of the lane should be avoided?

Explanation
There is no lane position that is always best and no lane position that should always be avoided. Select a lane position that is appropriate for riding conditions.

10. You should operate the engine cut-off switch and pull in the clutch when:

Explanation
If the throttle becomes stuck and you are unable to free it, immediately operate the engine cut-off switch and pull in the clutch at the same time. This will remove power from the rear wheel until you are able to safely leave the road and stop.

11. This red and white sign means you should:

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Explanation
A three-sided yield sign indicates that you must slow down and be ready to stop, if necessary, to let any vehicle, bicyclist, or pedestrian pass before you proceed. In this case, you do not have the right-of-way.

12. This sign means:

new-york-merging traffic entering from right
Explanation
This sign indicates that there is merging traffic entering from the right.

13. Maintain an adequate following distance behind other vehicles:

Explanation
Maintaining an adequate following distance ensures that you will have enough space to stop or swerve out of the way if the vehicle ahead of you stops suddenly. A space cushion also provides you with a better view of any hazards on the road surface, such as potholes.

14. You should use a larger cushion of space:

Explanation
A two-second following distance is generally appropriate. Allow a larger cushion of space when riding under conditions that will increase your stopping distance, such as when the road surface is icy or wet.

15. When looking through a turn, you should:

Explanation
When turning, look through the turn to where you want to go. Turn just your head, not your shoulders, and keep your eyes level with the horizon.
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