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2026 New Hampshire Motorcycle Permit Test 14
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QUESTION 1 / 25
Each traffic lane gives the motorcyclist how many paths of travel?
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 2 / 25
The proper footwear for riding a motorcycle:
Choose one answer below.
A
Has long, loose laces.
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B
Has short heels.
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C
Has tall heels.
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D
Is always sneakers.
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QUESTION 3 / 25
What does this hand signal mean? Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-motorcycle/handsignal1.png
Choose one answer below.
A
Slow or stop
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B
Left turn
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C
Right turn
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D
Backing up
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QUESTION 4 / 25
When crossing angled railroad tracks, it is usually safest to approach the tracks:
Choose one answer below.
A
By proceeding straight within your lane.
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B
At a 45-degree angle.
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C
At a 90-degree angle.
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D
At a fast speed.
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QUESTION 5 / 25
When you park a motorcycle next to a curb, it should be:
Choose one answer below.
A
Parked at a 90-degree angle with the rear wheel touching the curb.
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B
Parked at a 45-degree angle with the front tire touching the curb.
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C
Parked like a car, with the front and rear wheels the same distance from the curb.
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D
Parked at the left edge of the parking space so approaching drivers can more easily see the motorcycle.
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QUESTION 6 / 25
Maximum straight-line braking is done by:
Choose one answer below.
A
Using the front brake, then the rear brake.
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B
Using the rear brake, then the front brake.
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C
Using the front and rear brakes at the same time without locking either wheel.
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D
Using the front and rear brakes at the same time while locking the rear wheel.
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QUESTION 7 / 25
If road conditions require a longer stopping distance than normal, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Decrease your usual following distance.
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B
Increase your usual following distance.
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C
Travel on the shoulder.
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D
Ask someone else to operate your motorcycle.
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QUESTION 8 / 25
To increase your chances of being seen at an intersection, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Try to make eye contact with other drivers.
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B
Ride with your headlight on.
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C
Reduce your space cushion.
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D
Ride in a weaving pattern.
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QUESTION 9 / 25
A passenger on a motorcycle should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Mount the motorcycle before the engine starts.
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B
Mount the motorcycle after the engine starts.
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C
Sit as close to the rear of the motorcycle as possible.
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D
Hold onto the seat.
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QUESTION 10 / 25
When preparing to pass another vehicle on the left, which portion of the lane should you ride in?
Choose one answer below.
A
The left portion
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B
The center portion
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C
The right portion
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D
The shoulder
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QUESTION 11 / 25
As the motorcycle’s weight moves forward while braking, you:
Choose one answer below.
A
Can apply the front brake harder.
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B
Should lessen the amount of pressure on the front brake.
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C
Can apply the rear brake harder.
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D
Lose traction.
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QUESTION 12 / 25
To reduce your reaction time, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Ride under the speed limit.
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B
Cover the clutch and brakes.
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C
Shift into neutral when slowing.
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D
Accelerate before turning.
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QUESTION 13 / 25
When looking through a turn to see where you are going, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Turn just your head.
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B
Turn your head and shoulders.
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C
Turn just your shoulders.
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D
Turn your entire body.
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QUESTION 14 / 25
When riding in a group, inexperienced riders should position themselves:
Choose one answer below.
A
Just behind the leader.
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B
In front of the group.
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C
At the rear of the group.
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D
Beside the leader.
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QUESTION 15 / 25
To prevent getting fatigued on a long ride, you should do all of the following, except:
Choose one answer below.
A
Dress warmly.
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B
Limit the distance traveled in a day.
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C
Take frequent rest breaks.
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D
Take artificial stimulants.
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QUESTION 16 / 25
When riding in curves, turning, or entering a highway, the best group formation is:
Choose one answer below.
A
Pairs.
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B
Single-file.
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C
Staggered.
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D
Passing.
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QUESTION 17 / 25
It is most important to flash your brake light when:
Choose one answer below.
A
Switching into a neutral gear.
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B
You will be slowing suddenly.
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C
There is a stop sign ahead.
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D
Your signals are not working.
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QUESTION 18 / 25
When braking on a slippery surface, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Use only the rear brake.
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B
Use only the front brake.
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C
Use both brakes.
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D
Not use any brakes, but downshift.
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QUESTION 19 / 25
Which of the following is not a benefit of riding in a close group?
Choose one answer below.
A
It takes up minimal space on the highway.
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B
The group is easy to see.
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C
The group is unlikely to be split up.
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D
The riders will get to their destination more quickly in a close group than a group that is spread out.
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QUESTION 20 / 25
Which of the following will help you ride safely on slippery surfaces?
Choose one answer below.
A
Using only the front brake
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B
Using both brakes
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C
Using the center lane
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D
Maintaining or increasing your speed
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QUESTION 21 / 25
Most motorcycle crashes happen:
Choose one answer below.
A
At high speeds.
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B
After riding for a long time.
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C
Far from home.
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D
On short trips.
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QUESTION 22 / 25
When riding in a group, inexperienced riders should be placed:
Choose one answer below.
A
In the front of the group.
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B
Just behind the lead rider.
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C
At the back of the group.
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D
Anywhere within the group.
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QUESTION 23 / 25
Which of the following is a poor reason to sound your horn?
Choose one answer below.
A
A driver in the lane next to you is too close to the vehicle ahead of them.
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B
A parked car has a person in the driver’s seat.
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C
You want people to look at your motorcycle.
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D
You are passing someone who is in the street.
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QUESTION 24 / 25
To swerve, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Turn the handlebars quickly.
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B
Shift your weight quickly.
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C
Press the handgrip in the direction of the turn.
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D
Press the handgrip in the opposite direction of the turn.
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QUESTION 25 / 25
When looking through a turn, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Turn both your head and your shoulders to get a better look.
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B
Turn just your head, not your shoulders.
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C
Use only your mirrors.
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D
Only move your eyes, not your head.
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