Take 2026 Minnesota Motorcycle Permit Test 8

QUESTION 1 / 25

A rectangular sign may be a:

Choose one answer below.

ASchool crossing sign.✓BRailroad crossing sign.✓CStop sign.✓DSpeed limit sign.✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

If you are being chased by a dog, you should:

Choose one answer below.

AKick it away.✓BStop until the animal loses interest.✓CSwerve around the animal.✓DApproach the animal slowly, then speed up.✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

The human body rids itself of about one alcoholic drink per hour. If a person consumes seven drinks in three hours, how many drinks likely remain in that person’s system three hours after their final drink?

Choose one answer below.

ATwo✓BThree✓CFour✓DFive✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

Which factor does not play a role in a person’s blood alcohol content (BAC)?

Choose one answer below.

AThe amount of alcohol consumed✓BBody weight✓CHow quickly the alcohol was consumed✓DHow often alcohol is consumed✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

How is the accelerator controlled?

Choose one answer below.

AWith the right hand✓BWith the left hand✓CWith the right foot✓DWith the left foot✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

A motorcycle with a sidecar:

Choose one answer below.

ACannot tip over.✓BCan tip over if making a turn too fast.✓CIs designed to take corners at any speed.✓DShould not be used for loading items.✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

When riding in curves, turning, or entering a highway, the best group formation is:

Choose one answer below.

APairs.✓BSingle-file.✓CStaggered.✓DPassing.✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

If your friend has been drinking alcohol, it is a good idea to do any of the following, except:

Choose one answer below.

AArrange for a safe ride home for your friend.✓BOccupy your friend with activities to distract them from drinking.✓CKeep your friend from leaving until they are sober.✓DAllow your friend to ride their motorcycle.✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

A face shield:

Choose one answer below.

AProvides protection for the eyes and face.✓BIs not recommended.✓CIs required.✓DDoes not protect the face as well as goggles.✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

When riding with a passenger, you should tell them to do all of the following, except:

Choose one answer below.

AGet on the motorcycle after the engine has been started.✓BSit as far forward as they can without crowding you.✓CHold firmly onto your waist, hips, or belt.✓DFeel free to talk whenever they want.✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

If a tire goes flat and you must brake, you should:

Choose one answer below.

AApply the brake of the tire that is not flat.✓BApply the brake of the tire that is flat.✓CApply both brakes.✓DNot use either brake.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

When changing lanes, you should:

Choose one answer below.

ASignal, use your mirrors, and turn your head.✓BSignal and use your mirrors.✓CTurn your head and change lanes.✓DSignal and change lanes.✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

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

Choose one answer below.

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 14 / 25

When preparing to pass another vehicle on the left, you should:

Choose one answer below.

ARide in the right portion of the lane.✓BRide in the left portion of the lane.✓CGet as close as possible to the vehicle in front of you.✓DNot signal your intentions, as that may distract the driver you are passing.✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

To be effective, a face shield should not:

Choose one answer below.

ABe free of scratches.✓BAllow clear views to both sides.✓CBe airtight.✓DFasten securely.✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

Most motorcycles:

Choose one answer below.

AHave only a front brake.✓BHave only a rear brake.✓CHave brakes in both the front and rear.✓DHave three brakes: one in the front, one in the rear, and an emergency brake.✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

In a normal turn:

Choose one answer below.

AThe motorcycle and rider should lean together.✓BThe motorcycle and rider should lean in opposite directions.✓CThe motorcycle should lean, but the rider should not.✓DThe rider should lean, but the motorcycle should not.✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

Which of the following types of footwear is best for a motorcycle operator?

Choose one answer below.

ASturdy boots✓BTennis shoes✓CShoes with loose laces✓DSandals✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

Where is the greatest potential for conflict between a motorcycle and other traffic?

Choose one answer below.

AIntersections✓BHighways✓CParking lots✓DResidential areas✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

Making eye contact with other drivers:

Choose one answer below.

AMeans that they see you.✓BGuarantees that they will yield to you.✓CDoesn’t mean that they see you.✓DIs not worth the effort it takes.✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

When entering a curve, a group should:

Choose one answer below.

ARide in a single-file formation.✓BRide in a staggered formation.✓CRide in pairs.✓DRide on the shoulder.✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

Successful motorcyclists know they are safest when they are:

Choose one answer below.

ASeen by other motorists.✓BFaster than other vehicles.✓COn the side of the road.✓DIn the left side of the lane.✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

On a motorcycle, a horn:

Choose one answer below.

AIs useless.✓BUsually cannot be heard by others.✓CCan be used to get someone’s attention quickly.✓DShould not be used.✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

When carrying a passenger or cargo:

Choose one answer below.

AIt may take less time to accelerate, but more time to stop.✓BIt may take more time to accelerate and stop.✓CIt may take more time to accelerate, but less time to stop.✓DIt may take less time to accelerate and stop.✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

It is recommended that a motorcyclist:

Choose one answer below.

AShift gears in a turn.✓BShift gears before a turn.✓CChange power suddenly in a turn.✓DRide the brake throughout the turn.✓