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2026 Arizona Motorcycle Permit Test
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QUESTION 1 / 25
When downshifting, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Shift through multiple gears at a time.
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B
Shift through one gear at a time.
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C
Always shift all the way down to neutral first.
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D
Accelerate.
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QUESTION 2 / 25
When riding behind a car, you should ride:
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A
In any part of the lane.
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B
In the part of the lane closest to the shoulder.
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C
In the part of the lane that places your image in the car's rearview mirror.
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D
As close to the car as possible.
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QUESTION 3 / 25
When passing a vehicle:
Choose one answer below.
A
You may exceed the speed limit until the pass is complete.
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B
You may disregard "No passing zone" markings if the pass was started in a passing zone.
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C
You may pass on the shoulder.
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D
You must complete the pass within the posted speed limits and within a legal passing zone.
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QUESTION 4 / 25
A good way to handle tailgaters is to:
Choose one answer below.
A
Change lanes and let them pass.
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B
Ignore them.
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C
Use your horn and make obscene gestures.
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D
Speed up to put distance between you and the tailgater.
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QUESTION 5 / 25
If you can’t avoid a dangerously slippery surface, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Speed up and lean the motorcycle.
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B
Speed up and keep the motorcycle upright.
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C
Slow down and lean the motorcycle.
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D
Slow down and keep the motorcycle upright.
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QUESTION 6 / 25
Which of the following surfaces provides the best traction for a motorcycle?
Choose one answer below.
A
A gravel road
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B
Dry pavement
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C
Mud
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D
Lane markings
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QUESTION 7 / 25
Which of the following is a good color to wear to be seen?
Choose one answer below.
A
Orange
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B
Black
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C
Brown
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D
Deep blue
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QUESTION 8 / 25
An approved helmet:
Choose one answer below.
A
Allows the wearer to see as far to the sides as is necessary for safe riding.
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B
Looks good.
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C
Does not have a chin strap.
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D
Protects the wearer's hearing.
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QUESTION 9 / 25
If you think stopping your motorcycle will take longer than usual, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Lengthen your following distance.
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B
Shorten your following distance.
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C
Leave the road.
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D
Speed up.
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QUESTION 10 / 25
When selecting footwear, you should choose:
Choose one answer below.
A
Shoes with long heels.
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B
Shoes with long laces that cannot be tucked in.
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C
Shoes that cover your ankles.
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D
Shoes that are made from flimsy materials.
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QUESTION 11 / 25
Which of the following is not an example of a slippery surface?
Choose one answer below.
A
A dirt or gravel road
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B
A strip of oil in the center of a lane
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C
Mud on pavement
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D
Dry pavement
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QUESTION 12 / 25
If you are using an unfamiliar motorcycle, what should you do before riding?
Choose one answer below.
A
Ride like you would on your bike, since all bikes are about the same.
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B
Check the controls and shift pattern.
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C
Take the owner’s word that everything is in working order.
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D
Assume you know where all the controls are located.
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QUESTION 13 / 25
Before changing lanes, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Turn your head to check for vehicles in your blind spot.
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B
Rely on your mirrors to show you all of your surroundings.
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C
Point in the direction of the lane change.
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D
Speed up to get ahead of other vehicles.
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QUESTION 14 / 25
If you are riding and your motorcycle starts to handle differently, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Continue riding normally.
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B
Pull over and check the tires.
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C
Pull over to check the chain.
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D
Pull over to check the windshield.
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QUESTION 15 / 25
A danger of riding next to a row of parked cars is:
Choose one answer below.
A
You may not find a parking spot.
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B
A driver may unexpectedly pull out from the row into your path.
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C
Others may be driving slowly while looking for a parking spot.
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D
The road may be uneven.
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QUESTION 16 / 25
The shortest and safest stops are accomplished:
Choose one answer below.
A
By using only the rear brake.
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B
By using only the front brake.
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C
By allowing the front tire to lock up.
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D
By using both the front and rear brakes.
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QUESTION 17 / 25
To lessen your chances of an accident, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Only ride in the afternoon.
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B
Follow the vehicle in front of you as closely as possible.
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C
Not look ahead and focus only on your controls.
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D
Communicate your intentions to other drivers.
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QUESTION 18 / 25
If in a no passing zone:
Choose one answer below.
A
A motorcycle may still pass another vehicle.
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B
A motorcycle is not allowed to pass another vehicle.
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C
A motorcycle may pass another vehicle if the pass can be completed before another vehicle approaches.
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D
A motorcycle may pass on the shoulder.
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QUESTION 19 / 25
When riding a motorcycle, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Not wear a jacket if it's warm out.
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B
Always wear a jacket, even if it’s warm out.
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C
Wear shorts in warm weather.
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D
Not be concerned about long shoelaces.
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QUESTION 20 / 25
It is best to not ride directly alongside another vehicle because:
Choose one answer below.
A
You may be riding in its blind spot.
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B
It is distracting to have a vehicle next to you.
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C
Other drivers may want to use the lane.
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D
It would be difficult to see what is happening behind you.
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QUESTION 21 / 25
It is a good idea to wear reflective clothing:
Choose one answer below.
A
At night.
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B
During the day.
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C
At dusk.
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D
All of the above.
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QUESTION 22 / 25
Which of the following is not considered protective clothing for a motorcyclist?
Choose one answer below.
A
A jacket
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B
Boots
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C
Gloves
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D
A stocking cap
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QUESTION 23 / 25
Which types of brakes do most motorcycles have?
Choose one answer below.
A
Front and emergency
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B
Rear and emergency
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C
Front and rear
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D
Only a front brake
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QUESTION 24 / 25
Use a turn signal:
Choose one answer below.
A
When you’re planning to increase your speed.
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B
Only when there is a lot of traffic.
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C
Any time you plan on changing lanes.
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D
Only if it is dark outside.
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QUESTION 25 / 25
What does this hand signal mean? Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-motorcycle/handsignal3.png
Choose one answer below.
A
Slow or stop
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B
Left turn
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C
Right turn
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D
Backing up
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