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2026 Colorado Motorcycle Permit Test 16
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QUESTION 1 / 25
When an operator's left arm is bent at the elbow and pointing upward, it means the operator: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-motorcycle/vt-1.png
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A
Plans to turn left.
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B
Is about to stop.
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C
Plans to turn right.
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D
Is about to slow down.
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QUESTION 2 / 25
Experienced riders use the acronym "SIPDE" as a way to remain aware of conditions around them. What does the "P" stand for in "SIPDE?"
Choose one answer below.
A
Prepare
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B
Predict
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C
Place
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D
Position
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QUESTION 3 / 25
The front brake supplies how much of a motorcycle's potential stopping power?
Choose one answer below.
A
About 25 percent
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B
About 50 percent
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C
About 70 percent
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D
100 percent
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QUESTION 4 / 25
When crossing railroad tracks that are parallel to the road, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Cross the tracks at a 90-degree angle.
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B
Avoid crossing the tracks for any reason.
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C
Try to cross the tracks at a 45-degree angle.
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D
Slowly inch across the tracks.
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QUESTION 5 / 25
When riding in a group, inexperienced riders should be placed:
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A
In the front of the group.
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B
Just behind the lead rider.
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C
At the back of the group.
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D
Anywhere within the group.
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QUESTION 6 / 25
When braking on a slippery surface, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Use both the front and rear brakes.
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B
Use abrupt pressure on the front brake to prevent locking the front tire.
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C
Only use the rear brake.
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D
Use either brake, but use only one brake.
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QUESTION 7 / 25
When may you not need to increase your following distance?
Choose one answer below.
A
When the road is slippery
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B
When there is a lot of traffic
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C
When you can see through the vehicle in front of you
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D
When it is raining
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QUESTION 8 / 25
When a vehicle attempts to pass you from behind, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Move to the center portion of the lane.
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B
Move to the left portion of the lane.
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C
Move to the right portion of the lane.
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D
Not be concerned about which portion of the lane you are using.
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QUESTION 9 / 25
A larger cushion of space may not be necessary if:
Choose one answer below.
A
The pavement is slippery.
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B
You cannot see through the vehicle ahead of you.
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C
Weather and traffic conditions are perfect.
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D
Traffic is heavy.
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QUESTION 10 / 25
When riding, the best protection for an operator is:
Choose one answer below.
A
A cushion of space between their vehicle and other vehicles.
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B
A good leather jacket.
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C
Sturdy boots.
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D
A good understanding of motorcycle laws.
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QUESTION 11 / 25
Which vest or jacket color would best help you to be seen?
Choose one answer below.
A
Red
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B
Black
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C
Silver
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D
Blue
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QUESTION 12 / 25
Maximum front-line braking is accomplished by:
Choose one answer below.
A
Using the rear brake only.
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B
Using the front brake only.
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C
Using both brakes.
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D
Using the rear brake while downshifting.
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QUESTION 13 / 25
Which of the following will help you ride safely on slippery surfaces?
Choose one answer below.
A
Using only the front brake
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B
Using both brakes
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C
Using the center lane
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D
Maintaining or increasing your speed
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QUESTION 14 / 25
When being passed, do not move into the portion of the lane farthest from the passing vehicle because:
Choose one answer below.
A
The passing vehicle may re-enter your lane too early.
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B
You may prevent another vehicle from passing you.
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C
The portion of the lane nearest the passing vehicle is better.
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D
You are more likely to experience a wind blast from the passing vehicle on the far side of the lane.
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QUESTION 15 / 25
Your lane position should not:
Choose one answer below.
A
Increase your ability to see.
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B
Avoid placing you in other drivers' blind spots.
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C
Encourage other drivers to share your lane.
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D
Provide you with an escape route.
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QUESTION 16 / 25
Which type of sign is yellow with black lettering or symbols?
Choose one answer below.
A
Warning
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B
Service
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C
Regulatory
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D
Speed limit
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QUESTION 17 / 25
Which of the following is a poor reason to sound your horn?
Choose one answer below.
A
A driver in the lane next to you is too close to the vehicle ahead of them.
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B
A parked car has a person in the driver’s seat.
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C
You want people to look at your motorcycle.
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D
You are passing someone who is in the street.
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QUESTION 18 / 25
If you must brake and swerve to avoid a hazard, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Do one, then the other.
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B
Do both at the same time.
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C
Always apply the brakes first, then swerve.
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D
Try instead to use only the brakes.
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QUESTION 19 / 25
Do not change gears on railroad tracks because:
Choose one answer below.
A
Your motorcycle may stall.
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B
You might go too fast.
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C
Other drivers may not be expecting you to change gears.
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D
The uneven surface may make it more difficult to switch gears.
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QUESTION 20 / 25
When in traffic, motorcycles need:
Choose one answer below.
A
Much less distance to stop than cars.
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B
Less distance to stop than cars.
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C
As much distance to stop as cars.
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D
More distance to stop than cars.
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QUESTION 21 / 25
It is difficult for other motorists to see motorcycles at night. To make up for that, a motorcycle rider should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Reduce their speed when riding at night.
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B
Sound their horn repeatedly when riding at night.
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C
Not ride at night.
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D
Stay directly in front of another vehicle to be seen in their headlights when riding at night.
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QUESTION 22 / 25
Studies show that nearly ______ of riders killed in motorcycle crashes had been drinking.
Choose one answer below.
A
20 percent
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B
40 percent
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C
60 percent
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D
80 percent
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QUESTION 23 / 25
As weight transfers to the front of your bike while you are braking, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Gradually increase pressure to the front brake.
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B
Use more rear brake pressure.
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C
Not worry. The weight transfer will not have an effect on your motorcycle.
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D
Try to lock the front tire.
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QUESTION 24 / 25
If you are riding when it starts to rain, it is a good idea to:
Choose one answer below.
A
Ride down the center of the lane.
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B
Increase your speed.
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C
Ride in the tire tracks left by cars.
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D
Pull onto the shoulder of the road.
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QUESTION 25 / 25
To increase your chances of being seen at an intersection, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Try to make eye contact with other drivers.
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B
Ride with your headlight on.
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C
Reduce your space cushion.
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D
Ride in a weaving pattern.
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