Take 2026 Minnesota Motorcycle Permit Test 4

QUESTION 1 / 25

Before mounting a motorcycle, you should check all of the following, except:

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AThe air pressure in the tires.✓BFluid levels.✓CThe turn signals.✓DDamage to the paint.✓

QUESTION 2 / 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 3 / 25

The best lane position is:

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AThe one that lets you travel the fastest.✓BThe one that allows you to draft off of other vehicles.✓CThe one that allows you be seen by other motorists.✓DThe one that places you in other vehicles’ blind spots.✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

An approved helmet:

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AAllows the wearer to see as far to the sides as is necessary for safe riding.✓BLooks good.✓CDoes not have a chin strap.✓DProtects the wearer's hearing.✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

The proper body position on a motorcycle:

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AAllows you to sit far enough forward that your arms will be slightly bent when holding the handle grips.✓BAllows you to sit as far back as possible and have to stretch when trying to reach the handle grips.✓CMakes you lean over the bike, requiring your arms to hold you up.✓DAllows for your knees to be kept far from the gas tank.✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

To get the best possible protection, wear a helmet that:

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AFits snugly.✓BIs well-worn and broken in.✓CIs pretty loose.✓DDoes not have a chinstrap.✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

Before changing lanes, motorcycle riders should turn their heads to look over their shoulders because:

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AMotorcycles have blind spots, just like other vehicles.✓BThey can catch the attention of other drivers by turning their heads.✓CMirrors are not really helpful.✓DThey should try to make eye contact with surrounding drivers.✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

Shifting into a lower gear causes an effect similar to:

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AUsing the brakes.✓BAccelerating.✓CSwerving.✓DTurning.✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

Taking corners too fast:

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ACan cause the rider to go into another lane.✓BIs better than going too slowly.✓COften causes the rider to stay in their lane.✓DIs acceptable because motorcycles are smaller than other types of vehicles.✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

Shifting to a lower gear produces an effect similar to:

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AAccelerating.✓BBraking.✓CSwerving.✓DTurning.✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

When downshifting, you should:

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AShift through multiple gears at a time.✓BShift through one gear at a time.✓CAlways shift all the way down to neutral first.✓DAccelerate.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

A pre-ride inspection should be done:

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ABefore every ride.✓BOnce a week.✓COnce a month.✓DOnce a season.✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

When is it important for a rider to use their mirrors?

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AWhen slowing down or stopping suddenly✓BWhen stopped at an intersection✓CWhen changing lanes✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

A pasenger must:

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ABe able to reach the footrests with their feet.✓BBe able to completely wrap their arms around the operator.✓CHave a motorcycle license.✓DUse hearing protection.✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

Signals on a motorcycle:

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AServe little purpose since motorcycles are smaller than most other vehicles.✓BAre very important to alert other motorists to a rider's intentions.✓CShould not be used if no vehicles are close to the motorcycle.✓DAre more complicated than those on a car.✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

If you are feeling tired while riding, you should:

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AKeep going and hope to wake up.✓BRide faster.✓CRide on the shoulder.✓DGet off the road and rest.✓

QUESTION 17 / 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 18 / 25

To be legal, a motorcycle must include all of the following, except:

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AA rearview mirror.✓BA muffler.✓CAt least one brake.✓DA flag.✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

Before every ride, it is important to check all of the following, except:

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AThe spokes.✓BThe tire tread.✓CThe lights.✓DThe seat fabric.✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

Long-term exposure to wind noise:

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AIs recommended.✓BCan cause hearing loss.✓CIs not harmful.✓DIs less damaging than listening to music.✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

Can clothing help prevent injuries in the event of a crash?

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ANo, clothing is not really for protection.✓BNo, clothing is more of a personal choice.✓CYes, but only if garments are very loose and flap in the wind.✓DYes, if pants and a jacket cover your arms and legs completely.✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

Your lane position should:

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AKeep your intentions hidden from other drivers.✓BEncourage other drivers to share your lane.✓CIncrease your ability to see and be seen.✓DBe close to the road signs.✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

A DOT-approved helmet:

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ARestricts the wearer's vision to the sides.✓BCan greatly reduce the severity of a head injury.✓CIs usually uncomfortable.✓DMakes it more difficult for the wearer to control their motorcycle.✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

Which of the following is a good color to wear to be seen?

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AOrange✓BBlack✓CBrown✓DDeep blue✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

Mirror checks:

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AAre unimportant.✓BShould only be done on long trips.✓CShould be part of your normal scanning routine.✓DAre not helpful since you can’t do anything about what is behind you.✓