Take 2026 Minnesota Motorcycle Permit Test 9

QUESTION 1 / 25

Which of the following provides a rider with the best protection?

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AGoggles✓BA face shield✓CA windshield✓DEyeglasses✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

To be seen in the rearview mirror of the driver ahead of you, you should:

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ARide in the center portion of the lane.✓BRide in the left portion of the lane.✓CRide in the right portion of the lane.✓DRide in a weaving pattern.✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

Which of the following is not a good way for a rider to increase their visibility?

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AWearing proper clothing✓BUsing their headlight at all times✓CUsing their turn signals✓DWaving at other drivers✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

If a tire goes flat while you are riding and you must stop, it is usually best to:

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ARelax on the handle grips.✓BShift your weight toward the good tire.✓CBrake on the good tire and steer to the side of the road.✓DUse both brakes and stop quickly.✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

When riding in a group, inexperienced riders should position themselves:

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AJust behind the leader.✓BIn front of the group.✓CAt the tail end of the group.✓DBeside the leader.✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

Crashes are more likely to occur among:

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AExperienced riders.✓BBeginning riders.✓CThose familiar with their motorcycle.✓DThose who have completed a safety course.✓

QUESTION 7 / 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 8 / 25

To lean a motorcycle when making a turn, you should:

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AAlways press on the left handgrip.✓BAlways press on the right handgrip.✓CPress on the handgrip in the direction opposite of the turn.✓DPress on the handgrip in the direction of the turn.✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

How often should a motorcycle operator check their mirrors?

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ANever✓BOccasionally✓CFrequently✓DMore often than the amount time spent looking ahead✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

When someone follows you too closely, you should:

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ASpeed up.✓BNot worry about them and just focus on the road in front of you.✓CChange lanes and let them pass.✓DRide on the shoulder and let them pass.✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

If a tire goes flat while you are riding and you must stop, you should:

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AUse both brakes and stop quickly.✓BShift your weight toward the good tire.✓CBrake on the good tire and steer to the side of the road.✓DRelax on the handgrips.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

Which types of brakes do most motorcycles have?

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AFront and emergency✓BRear and emergency✓CFront and rear✓DOnly a front brake✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

Riding between two vehicles moving in the same direction:

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AIs illegal.✓BIs encouraged if traffic is heavy.✓CIs encouraged during the day to prevent traffic jams.✓DIs acceptable if the motorcyclist is comfortable with the move.✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

To reduce your reaction time, you should:

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ARide slower than the speed limit.✓BCover the clutch and the brakes.✓CShift into neutral when slowing.✓DPull in the clutch when turning.✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

When riding in a group, inexperienced riders should ride:

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AIn the front of the group.✓BRight behind the leader.✓CAt the back of the group.✓DWherever they are most comfortable.✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

In regards to drinking and riding, many penalties are:

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ASevere.✓BUp to a judge to decide.✓CNot too harsh.✓DOptional.✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

To increase your line of sight when preparing to pass another vehicle on its left, you should:

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ARide in the left portion of your lane.✓BRide in the right portion of your lane.✓CRide in the center portion of your lane.✓DTry to stand up on your motorcycle.✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

If you cannot avoid a slippery road, you should:

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ALean into the slippery section to maintain your balance.✓BMaintain your speed to improve traction.✓CNot worry about the road conditions.✓DKeep your motorcycle upright and proceed as slowly as needed.✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

When riding with a passenger, you should:

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AAssume the passenger has traveled by motorcycle before.✓BNot assume the passenger has traveled by motorcycle before and explain the process.✓CNot let them ask questions.✓DNot bother with explaining anything since they are only a passenger and not in control of the motorcycle.✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

When passing another vehicle:

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AThe pass may be completed in a no passing zone.✓BThe rider may travel up to 10 mph over the speed limit to complete the pass.✓CThe pass must be started and completed within a passing zone.✓DThe pass must be completed on the shoulder, if one is present.✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

When riding at night, how should your following distance compare to your following distance during the day?

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AYou should allow a longer following distance when following another vehicle at night.✓BYou should allow a shorter following distance when following another vehicle at night.✓CYou should always maintain the same following distance regardless of the time of day.✓DFollowing distance really doesn’t matter.✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

What may help if you experience slippage of your drive chain?

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ATightening the chain✓BLoosening the chain✓CUsing the throttle more✓DApplying the rear brake✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

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

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AAt least one headlight.✓BA brake light.✓CA windshield wiper.✓DA horn.✓

QUESTION 24 / 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 25 / 25

When being followed too closely by another vehicle, you should:

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ASpeed up.✓BMove onto the shoulder.✓CAllow the other driver to pass you.✓DExit the roadway.✓