Take 2026 Colorado Motorcycle Permit Test 12

QUESTION 1 / 25

When riding over rough surfaces, you should:

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AHold the handgrips loosely to allow for movement.✓BHold the handgrips firmly to maintain control.✓CUse lots of throttle to help you get over the rough surface.✓DRide without a helmet as the helmet could become loose and cover your face.✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

When riding in a group, motorcyclists:

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ADo not need space cushions.✓BShould increase their space cushions.✓CShould reduce their usual space cushions by half.✓DShould maintain adequate space cushions.✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

Which formation is best for keeping the riders in a group close together?

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APyramid✓BStaggered✓CSingle-file✓DCompressed✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

When stopping:

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AThe rear brake should be applied first.✓BThe front brake should be applied first.✓CBoth brakes should be applied at the same time.✓DOnly one brake, front or rear, should be used.✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

When riding in a group, the best way to keep ranks close while maintaining an adequate safety cushion is to ride:

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AIn pairs.✓BIn a staggered formation.✓CIn a single-file line.✓DIn a passing formation.✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

When riding at night, you should:

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ADecrease your following distance.✓BIncrease your following distance.✓CRide faster than you usually would.✓DAvoid using your high beam headlight.✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

If you are not traveling slowly enough when shifting into a lower gear, what could happen?

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AYour motorcycle may lurch and the rear tire may skid.✓BThe horn may go off.✓CYour motorcycle may lurch and the front tire may skid.✓DYour motorcycle may lurch and a warning light will go on.✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

The human body rids itself of about one alcoholic drink per hour. If a person consumes seven drinks in three hours, how many drinks likely remain in that person’s system three hours after their final drink?

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ATwo✓BThree✓CFour✓DFive✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

Which of the following provides a rider with the best protection?

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AGoggles✓BA face shield✓CA windshield✓DEyeglasses✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

A potential danger of braking too hard is:

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ALosing traction on one or both wheels.✓BComing to a complete stop before you expect to.✓CPopping a tire.✓DTaking too long to stop.✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

If a tire goes flat while you are riding and you must stop, you should:

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AUse both brakes and stop quickly.✓BShift your weight toward the good tire.✓CBrake on the good tire and steer to the side of the road.✓DRelax on the handgrips.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

All of the following will lessen your chances of being involved in an accident, except:

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ARemaining alert.✓BIdentifying hazards and prioritizing risks.✓CRiding without a headlight.✓DMaintaining a space cushion.✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

Braking in a turn is:

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AEasier than braking on a straightaway.✓BMore difficult than braking on a straightaway.✓CDone safely by using the front brake only.✓DDone safely by using the rear brake only.✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

Which type of sign is yellow with black lettering or symbols?

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AWarning✓BService✓CRegulatory✓DSpeed limit✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

To be effective, a face shield should not:

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ABe free of scratches.✓BAllow clear views to both sides.✓CBe airtight.✓DFasten securely.✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

If you are not traveling slowly enough when shifting into a lower gear, the:

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AMotorcycle could lurch and the rear tire could skid.✓BMotorcycle could accelerate too quickly.✓CFront tire will likely skid.✓DEngine will make a loud noise.✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

Face shields and goggles:

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AWill likely never need to be replaced.✓BWill develop scratches and become brittle, requiring regular replacement.✓CShould be made of breakable materials so they can break away in the event of a crash.✓DShould not allow air to pass through.✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

A passenger should never:

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AWear a helmet.✓BLean when the operator leans.✓CWear clothing that is tight.✓DRide sidesaddle.✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

After drinking, what lessens the effects of alcohol?

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AExercise✓BCoffee✓CTime✓DFood✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

When riding at night, how should your following distance compare to your following distance during the day?

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AYou should allow a longer following distance when following another vehicle at night.✓BYou should allow a shorter following distance when following another vehicle at night.✓CYou should always maintain the same following distance regardless of the time of day.✓DFollowing distance really doesn’t matter.✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

How often should a motorcycle operator check their mirrors?

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ANever✓BOccasionally✓CFrequently✓DMore often than the amount time spent looking ahead✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

A plastic, shatter-resistant face shield:

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AIs not necessary if you have a windshield.✓BOnly protects your eyes.✓CHelps protect your whole face.✓DDoes not protect your face as well as goggles.✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

Before mounting the motorcycle, your pre-ride inspection should include all of the following, except:

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AA tire check.✓BA taillight test.✓CA headlight test.✓DA paint check.✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

If your motorcycle starts to wobble, it is best to:

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ADownshift.✓BAccelerate.✓CGrip the handlebars firmly and close the throttle gradually.✓DGradually apply your brakes.✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

Most crashes happen:

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AFar from home.✓BOn short trips.✓COn long rides.✓DSeveral hours into the ride.✓