Take 2026 Colorado Motorcycle Permit Test 15

QUESTION 1 / 25

When riding in a group, you should:

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ANever use a staggered formation.✓BPlace inexperienced riders at the back of the group.✓CNot use your mirrors.✓DNot tailgate other riders within the group.✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

Each traffic lane gives the motorcyclist how many paths of travel?

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AOne✓BTwo✓CThree✓DFour✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

Motorcycle riders:

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AShould wear hearing protection at all times to prevent hearing damage.✓BShould only wear hearing protection during long rides.✓CShould not wear hearing protection because it will muffle other noises, such as horns and sirens.✓DDo not need to use hearing protection if they are using a helmet.✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

In hot weather, wearing a riding jacket:

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ACan help protect against heat exhaustion and dehydration.✓BIs discouraged because it can cause heat-related problems.✓CShould only be done if the jacket is a light color.✓DIs not important.✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

If a friend has been drinking alcohol and wants to drive, which of the following should you not do?

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AEncourage friends to talk them out of driving.✓BArrange for other transportation.✓CTell them to take less-crowded roads.✓DSlow their pace of drinking.✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

What does this hand signal mean? Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-motorcycle/handsignal1.png

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ASlow or stop✓BLeft turn✓CRight turn✓DBacking up✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

A child passenger:

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AShould be placed in front of the operator.✓BShould be placed behind the operator.✓CDoes not have to be able to reach the footrests.✓DShould hold onto the motorcycle frame.✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

When riding a three-wheeled motorcycle through a curve, it is best to:

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AStay in the center of the lane.✓BStay on the outside of the lane.✓CChange your path as needed.✓DUse the shoulder.✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

To swerve correctly:

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AShift your weight quickly.✓BTurn the handlebars quickly.✓CPress the handgrip in the direction of the turn.✓DPress the handgrip in the direction opposite of the turn.✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

Which of the following is not a good safety tip?

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ASlow to a safe speed before turning.✓BWhen turning, lean in the direction you wish to go.✓CAvoid dragging your feet on the roadway.✓DAvoid looking at other vehicles.✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

When packing a load on a motorcycle:

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AThe heavier items should go toward the front.✓BThe heavier items should go toward the rear.✓CMounting loads behind the rear axle is recommended.✓DLighter items should be stored in front of you.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

When you park a motorcycle next to a curb, it should be:

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AParked at a 90-degree angle with the rear wheel touching the curb.✓BParked at a 45-degree angle with the front tire touching the curb.✓CParked like a car, with the front and rear wheels the same distance from the curb.✓DParked at the left edge of the parking space so approaching drivers can more easily see the motorcycle.✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

When riding in a lane of traffic, a motorcycle operator:

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AShould always ride in the same part of the lane.✓BShould vary their lane position according to riding conditions.✓CShould always ride in the center of the lane.✓DShould always ride in the left part of the lane.✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

When you are being passed by another vehicle, which part of the lane should you ride in?

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AThe left✓BThe center✓CThe right✓DIt doesn’t matter.✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

The center portion of a lane:

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AIs always the best part of the lane for a motorcycle.✓BOften contains oil and grease, but is usually safe for riding.✓COften contains oil and grease, and is never safe for riding.✓DIs the smoothest part of the lane.✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

To carry a passenger, you may need to adjust all of the following, except:

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ATire pressure.✓BMirror positions.✓CHeadlight position.✓DBrake light position.✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

Which of the following is not a benefit of riding in a close group?

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AIt takes up minimal space on the highway.✓BThe group is easy to see.✓CThe group is unlikely to be split up.✓DThe riders will get to their destination more quickly in a close group than a group that is spread out.✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

When it starts to rain, it is usually best to:

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AIncrease your speed.✓BExit the road.✓CRide in the tire tracks left by cars.✓DRide in the center of the lane.✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

When it is raining, it is usually best to:

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ARide in the center of the lane.✓BPull off to the side of the road until the rain stops.✓CRide in the tire tracks left by cars.✓DIncrease your speed.✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

When riding, you should:

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ATurn your head and shoulders to look through turns.✓BKeep your arms straight.✓CKeep your knees away from the gas tank.✓DTurn just your head and eyes to look where you are going.✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

When following a car, usually the best portion of the lane to ride in is:

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AThe left portion.✓BThe center portion.✓CThe right portion.✓DThe left or right portions.✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

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

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AWarning✓BService✓CRegulatory✓DSpeed limit✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

Which formation is best for a group of riders entering a curve?

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APyramid✓BStaggered✓CSingle-file✓DCompressed✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

Fatigue can be increased by:

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AStopping frequently.✓BRiding in cool weather.✓CBeing comfortable during your ride.✓DStarting a ride late in the day.✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

When planning a long group ride, which of the following ideas should not be implemented?

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AThe lengths of travel segments should be based on the least experienced rider.✓BBreaks should be minimized so the riders can get to their destination as soon as possible.✓CInexperienced riders should be placed behind the leaders.✓DThe group should maintain a staggered riding formation.✓