Take 2026 Maine Motorcycle Permit Test 2

QUESTION 1 / 25

When checking tires before a ride, you should look at all of the following except:

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AAir pressure✓BGeneral wear✓CGeneral tread✓DShininess✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

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

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AWarning✓BService✓CRegulatory✓DSpeed limit✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

The faster you drink:

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AThe more the alcohol will accumulate in your body.✓BThe faster the alcohol is removed from your body.✓CThe more minimal the effects of the alcohol will be.✓DThe more likely you will be able to evade being pulled over.✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

____ can remove alcohol and its effects from your body.

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ATime✓BCoffee✓CExercise✓DFresh air✓

QUESTION 5 / 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.✓DIs less effective than goggles.✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

Motorcycle riders should choose footwear with soles that:

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AAre made of hard, durable, slip-resistant material.✓BAllow their feet to breathe.✓CHave tall heels.✓DAre made of soft, flimsy material.✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

If someone is tailgating you, you should:

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ARide faster to shake them.✓BAlert the local police.✓CRide on the shoulder of the road.✓DAllow them to pass.✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

When approaching railroad tracks that cross your lane at an angle, it is usually:

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ASafest to ride straight within your lane to cross the tracks.✓BDangerous to ride straight within your lane to cross the tracks.✓CNot safe to cross tracks on a motorcycle.✓DSafest to cross the tracks by riding on the shoulder of the road.✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

In any crash, you have a better chance of avoiding serious injury if you do all of the following, except:

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AWear an approved helmet.✓BWear face or eye protection.✓CWear protective clothing.✓DHave a windshield.✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

When riding at night:

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ADistances are easier to judge than they are during the day.✓BUsing a high beam headlight always makes it difficult to see.✓CUse only one lane position.✓DReduce your speed.✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

When choosing a lane position, you should consider:

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AWhether or not other drivers will see you.✓BHow many cars are on the road ahead.✓CWhich portion of the lane will result in a shorter trip.✓DIf you can pass more vehicles in a certain position than in another.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

A motorcyclist should continually scan the road ahead for:

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ARoad conditions.✓BTraffic conditions.✓CEscape routes.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

Before changing lanes, you should:

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ATurn your head to check for vehicles in your blind spot.✓BRely on your mirrors to show you all of your surroundings.✓CPoint in the direction of the lane change.✓DSpeed up to get ahead of other vehicles.✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

Switching to a lower gear is also known as:

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AEngine braking.✓BAcceleration.✓CUpshifting.✓DCoasting.✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

When riding a motorcycle, you should:

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ANot wear a jacket if it's warm out.✓BAlways wear a jacket, even if it’s warm out.✓CWear shorts in warm weather.✓DNot be concerned about long shoelaces.✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

If a friend has been drinking and wants to ride their motorcycle, you should:

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ALet them.✓BEncourage them to take less-crowded roads.✓CPush their bike over.✓DEncourage friends to talk them out of riding.✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

Head and neck injuries can be reduced by:

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AWearing a helmet.✓BWearing a leather jacket.✓CUsing the rear brake only.✓DWearing goggles.✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

During the day, you should:

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ANot ride with your headlight on.✓BRide with your headlight on, but only if it is cloudy.✓CAlways ride with your headlight on.✓DUse your headlight if you think it helps.✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

The shortest and safest stops are accomplished:

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ABy using only the rear brake.✓BBy using only the front brake.✓CBy allowing the front tire to lock up.✓DBy using both the front and rear brakes.✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

When you ride, the best gear to wear is:

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AAny gear that helps to protect you.✓BThe lowest-priced gear.✓CGear that looks good.✓DAny gear that fits.✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

A motorcycle operator can slow down by:

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ADownshifting.✓BUpshfting.✓CCross-shifting.✓DRolling on the throttle.✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

When choosing a helmet, you will get the most protection by using a helmet that:

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AFits loosely.✓BMeets U.S. DOT standards.✓CHas survived a previous crash.✓DProvides hearing protection.✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

When stopped behind another vehicle, you should:

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AGet as close as possible to the vehicle.✓BMaintain a space cushion between your motorcycle and the other vehicle.✓CNot use your rearview mirrors to monitor traffic behind you.✓DLook for opportunities to squeeze through the stopped traffic.✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

Your primary source for information about your motorcycle should be:

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AThe owner’s manual.✓BA book about motorcycles.✓CA former owner.✓DSomeone knowledgeable about motorcycles.✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

To help provide space for drivers attempting to merge into your lane from an entrance ramp, you should:

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AStay in your lane.✓BMerge into the next lane, if possible.✓CNot worry about it, since they are the ones trying to merge.✓DRide on the far left shoulder.✓