Take 2026 New Hampshire Motorcycle Permit Test 5

QUESTION 1 / 25

The front brake supplies how much of a motorcycle's stopping power?

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AAbout one-quarter✓BAbout one-half✓CAbout three-quarters✓DAll the stopping power✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

You should do all of the following to lesson your chances of being in a crash, except:

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ABe visible by wearing proper clothing and using your headlight.✓BCommunicate your intentions by using your turn signals and brake light.✓CSearch for hazards in your path.✓DHope the other drivers see you.✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

Rain suits:

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AShould not be used.✓BShould not balloon when riding.✓CAre not needed since motorcycles shouldn't be operated in the rain.✓DShould tear easily.✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

If your motorcycle begins to wobble, you should:

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AKeep riding, as the wobble will likely correct itself.✓BQuickly brake.✓CClose the throttle to slow down.✓DAccelerate quickly.✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

When riding at night, you should travel:

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AMore slowly than you would during the day under similar conditions.✓BAt the speed you would travel during the day under similar conditions.✓CFaster than you would during the day under similar conditions.✓DOn the shoulder of the road so other vehicles can see you.✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

To lessen your chances of being involved in a crash, you should:

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ANot use your turn signals when changing lanes.✓BFollow other vehicles closely.✓CWatch about five feet ahead of your motorcycle while riding.✓DAlways be ready to use crash-avoidance techniques.✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

Before riding, check all of the following, except:

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AYour tires' inflation pressure.✓BThe amount of tread on your tires.✓CThe reflective quality of your tires.✓DThe general condition of the sidewalls on your tires.✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

Your lane position should help you:

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ACommunicate your intentions to other drivers.✓BKeep others from passing you.✓CTravel to your destination as quickly as possible.✓DLinger in the blind spots of other drivers.✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

Usually, a good way to handle a tailgater is to:

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AMove onto the shoulder to get out of their way.✓BSpeed up and put distance between you and the tailgater.✓CIgnore them.✓DChange lanes and let them pass.✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

If using a sidecar to transport a load, you should:

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AAllow the load to move freely.✓BSecure the load so its weight does not shift.✓CPlace the load unsecured in the seat.✓DSecure the load near the front of the sidecar.✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

The front brake can provide how much of a motorcycle's braking power?

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A10 percent✓B25 percent✓C50 percent✓D75 percent✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

To be effective, a face shield should not:

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

QUESTION 13 / 25

Where is the horn button usually located?

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ABy the left handgrip✓BBy the right handgrip✓CBy the left footrest✓DBy the right footrest✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

Many over-the-counter drugs:

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AIncrease the danger of riding.✓BDecrease the danger of riding.✓COnly affect your riding if you drink along with taking the medication.✓DHave the same effect on everyone.✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

When it starts raining, it is usually best to:

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ARide in the center of the lane.✓BPull off to the side of the road until the rain stops.✓CRide in the tire tracks left by cars.✓DIncrease your speed.✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

A flat front tire is especially hazardous because:

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AIt affects how you steer.✓BThe front tire provides the power for the bike, so you will lose acceleration.✓CThe flat tire will shake the bike, making it hard to use the mirrors.✓DYou won’t be able to use the brake.✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

When braking, you should:

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ASqueeze the front brake and press the rear brake.✓BGrab at the front brake and squeeze the rear brake.✓CJam on the front brake and grab at the rear brake.✓DPress down on the front brake and jam on the rear brake.✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

After drinking, what lessens the effects of alcohol?

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AExercise✓BCoffee✓CTime✓DFood✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

Drivers on an entrance ramp may not see you on the highway. What should you do to help an entering driver merge safely?

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AStay in your lane, as it is not your responsibility to be seen.✓BChange to a lane away from the entrance ramp, if possible.✓CMove to the shoulder.✓DWeave within your lane to be more obvious to the entering driver.✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

When making an ordinary stop, you should:

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AUse both the front and rear brakes.✓BUse only the rear brake to save the front brake for special situations.✓CUse only the front brake to save the rear brake for special situations.✓DSharply squeeze the front brake only.✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

If your motorcycle begins to weave while you are riding over rain grooves or bridge gratings, you should:

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ARelax, maintain a steady speed, and ride straight across the surface.✓BTighten your hold on the handle grips and increase your speed to get past the hazard.✓CTravel in a zigzag motion.✓DRide on the shoulder instead of on the grooves.✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

If you are not traveling slowly enough when shifting into a lower gear, what could happen?

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AYour motorcycle may lurch and the rear tire may skid.✓BThe horn may go off.✓CYour motorcycle may lurch and the front tire may skid.✓DYour motorcycle may lurch and a warning light will go on.✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

If you are riding in traffic when a small animal enters your lane, you should:

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ADo whatever you can, including swerving into other lanes, to avoid hitting the animal.✓BSwitch lanes as quickly as possible.✓CStay in your lane.✓DFlash your lights to try to scare the animal.✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

Riding alongside another rider:

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AAllows you to maximize the surface of the road.✓BShould be avoided because it limits your escape routes.✓CAllows you to communicate with one another.✓DMakes it easier for other motorists to pass.✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

A proper lane position can help you do all of the following, except:

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AAvoid other drivers' blindspots.✓BIncrease your ability to see and be seen.✓CGo faster.✓DSet up for turns.✓