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2026 Maine Motorcycle Permit Test
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QUESTION 1 / 25
When it is obvious that you are going to turn, you:
Choose one answer below.
A
Do not need to use a turn signal.
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B
Should still use a turn signal.
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C
Only need to use a turn signal if there are nearby pedestrians.
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D
Only need to use a turn signal if you are at a stop light.
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QUESTION 2 / 25
Most crashes occur during the day. To lessen the chance of being involved in a crash, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Wear darkly-colored clothing.
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B
Wear brightly-colored clothing.
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C
Not ride during the day.
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D
Look for safer routes.
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QUESTION 3 / 25
Studies show that when motorcycles have their headlights turned on during the day:
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A
They are not as easy to see as other vehicles.
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B
They are more visible to other drivers than when their headlights are turned off.
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C
Other drivers are often confused.
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D
They are less safe than when their headlights are turned off.
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QUESTION 4 / 25
To help other drivers see you, you should wear:
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Darkly-colored clothes.
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B
Brightly-colored clothes.
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C
Lights.
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D
A black jacket.
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QUESTION 5 / 25
Which of the following surfaces provides the best traction for a motorcycle?
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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 6 / 25
A way to lower the risk of being involved in a crash is to:
Choose one answer below.
A
Communicate your intentions to other road users.
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B
Not look ahead while riding.
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C
Wear dark clothes.
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D
Ride in the parts of a lane that make it difficult to be seen.
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QUESTION 7 / 25
Drivers on an entrance ramp may not see you on the highway. What should you do to help an entering driver merge safely?
Choose one answer below.
A
Stay in your lane, as it is not your responsibility to be seen.
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B
Change to a lane away from the entrance ramp, if possible.
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C
Move to the shoulder.
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D
Weave within your lane to be more obvious to the entering driver.
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QUESTION 8 / 25
When passing a row of parked cars, a motorcycle operator should be prepared for:
Choose one answer below.
A
Open parking spaces.
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B
A motorist to unexpectedly pull out of a parking space and into traffic.
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C
Parking meters.
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D
Other motorists to see the motorcycle and stay out of its way.
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QUESTION 9 / 25
As you slow or stop, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Shift up through the gears.
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B
Shift down through the gears.
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C
Take the bike out of gear.
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D
Stay in the same gear.
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QUESTION 10 / 25
A motorcycle “fits” you if:
Choose one answer below.
A
You are able to touch your feet to the ground while seated.
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B
You are able to reach the controls by stretching.
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C
The handlebars go over your head.
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D
Your feet are unable to rest on the foot pegs.
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QUESTION 11 / 25
Generally, the body eliminates how many alcoholic drinks per hour?
Choose one answer below.
A
One
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B
Two
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C
Three
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D
Four
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QUESTION 12 / 25
Before every ride, it is important to check all of the following, except:
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A
The spokes.
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B
The tire tread.
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C
The lights.
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D
The seat fabric.
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QUESTION 13 / 25
If either tire goes flat while riding, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Roll on the throttle.
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B
Hold the handle grips loosely.
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C
Gently apply the brake of the non-flat tire.
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D
Increase your speed to exit the road more quickly.
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QUESTION 14 / 25
Intersections are usually:
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A
Safe since there is so much traffic there.
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B
A dangerous spot for riders.
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C
Difficult to figure out.
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D
Safer than the open road.
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QUESTION 15 / 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 16 / 25
Taking corners too fast:
Choose one answer below.
A
Can cause the rider to go into another lane.
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B
Is better than going too slowly.
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C
Often causes the rider to stay in their lane.
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D
Is acceptable because motorcycles are smaller than other types of vehicles.
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QUESTION 17 / 25
When carrying a passenger on a motorcycle, you must:
Choose one answer below.
A
Have a seat that is large enough for two riders.
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B
Only have one set of footrests.
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C
Not encourage the passenger to wear protective clothing.
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D
Put a sticker on the brake light to warn other motorists that a passenger is on the motorcycle.
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QUESTION 18 / 25
Riding gloves are often:
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A
Made of leather.
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B
Made of wool.
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C
Not pre-curved.
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D
Unsafe for the rider.
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QUESTION 19 / 25
When riding on a slippery surface, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Increase your speed.
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B
Use only the front brake.
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C
Avoid making sudden moves.
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D
Travel on the shoulder so you are not next to other traffic.
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QUESTION 20 / 25
A plastic, shatter-resistant face shield:
Choose one answer below.
A
Is not necessary if you have a windshield.
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B
Only protects your eyes.
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C
Helps protect your whole face.
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D
Does not protect your face as well as goggles.
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QUESTION 21 / 25
Signals on a motorcycle:
Choose one answer below.
A
Are not very important.
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B
Are even more important than signals on larger vehicles.
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C
Should not be used unless another vehicle is right next to the motorcycle.
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D
Are less important than signals on larger vehicles.
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QUESTION 22 / 25
Goggles will:
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A
Protect only your eyes.
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B
Be an equally as effective as a face shield.
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C
Offer the same protection as a windshield.
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D
Provide protection for your entire face.
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QUESTION 23 / 25
When braking, you should use:
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Only the front brake.
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B
Only the rear brake.
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C
Both brakes.
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D
Either brake, but never both at the same time.
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QUESTION 24 / 25
The single most effective thing you can do to improve your chances of surviving an accident is:
Choose one answer below.
A
Wear a helmet.
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B
Read books on motorcycle safety.
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C
Ask others about how to ride more safely.
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D
Watch training videos.
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QUESTION 25 / 25
A potential danger of braking too hard is:
Choose one answer below.
A
Losing traction on one or both wheels.
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B
Coming to a complete stop before you expect to.
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C
Popping a tire.
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D
Taking too long to stop.
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