Utah Motorcycle Practice Test 1

1.How should you position your feet on the footrests while riding?

Dragging lightly for balanceDangling near the groundFirmly on the footrests, toes not pointed downTucked behind the passenger pegs

2.How does the manual describe a windshield mounted on the motorcycle as eye protection?

It fully replaces a face shieldIt protects the eyes better than gogglesIt is not a substitute for a face shield or gogglesIt is required equipment in Utah

3.A high-side crash can occur when a locked rear wheel is released and:

The front brake is also fully appliedThe bike is already stoppedThe rear tire is not lined up with the front when releasedThe engine is in neutral

4.Which is one of the ways the manual suggests to keep a friend who has been drinking from riding?

Let them ride if they seem soberEncourage them to ride slowlyGive them a strong cup of coffee and their keysArrange a safe ride home for them

5.The manual advises starting a ride with your right wrist held flat mainly to:

Reduce arm fatigue on long tripsImprove your grip on the front brakeHelp you reach the horn buttonKeep from accidentally applying too much throttle

6.What is the safest way to make a quick stop while the motorcycle is leaned over in a curve?

Straighten the bike and square the bars, then brakeBrake hardest at maximum leanUse only the front brake while leanedLean farther and coast to a stop

7.When is the best time to change gears in relation to a turn?

Before entering the turnHalfway through the turnRight at the sharpest point of the turnOnly after fully exiting the turn

8.What is usually the safest way to cross railroad or trolley tracks that run across your lane?

Turn to cross at a 90-degree angle out of your laneRide straight across within your laneStop on the tracks and walk the bike overCross at high speed while braking

9.If your front wheel locks during hard braking, you should:

Hold the lever locked until you stopAdd more front-brake pressureRelease the lever immediately, then reapply itLet go of the handlebars

10.If a dog begins chasing your motorcycle, the manual recommends you:

Approach slowly, then speed up to leave it behindKick at the dog to scare it offStop and wait for it to lose interestSwerve sharply out of your lane