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2026 New Jersey Motorcycle Permit Test 16
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QUESTION 1 / 25
Which type of sign is yellow with black lettering or symbols?
Choose one answer below.
A
Warning
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B
Service
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C
Regulatory
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D
Speed limit
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QUESTION 2 / 25
Maximum straight-line braking is done by:
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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 3 / 25
If the throttle is stuck, you should:
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A
Jump off the motorcycle.
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B
Apply the brakes.
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C
Twist the throttle back and forth several times.
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D
Not try to twist the throttle.
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QUESTION 4 / 25
Studies show that nearly ______ of riders killed in motorcycle crashes had been drinking.
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A
20 percent
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B
40 percent
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C
60 percent
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D
80 percent
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QUESTION 5 / 25
If you must brake and swerve to avoid a hazard, you should:
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A
Either brake then swerve or swerve then brake.
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B
Brake and swerve at the same time.
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C
Choose to either brake or swerve.
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D
Not swerve and only use the front brake to stop.
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QUESTION 6 / 25
Of the crashes involving both a motorcycle and a car, how many are caused by the driver failing to properly yield the right-of-way to the rider?
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A
About 10 percent
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B
About 25 percent
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C
Over 50 percent
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D
About 90 percent
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QUESTION 7 / 25
A passenger on a motorcycle should:
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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 8 / 25
A larger cushion of space may not be necessary if:
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A
The pavement is slippery.
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B
You cannot see through the vehicle ahead of you.
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C
Weather and traffic conditions are perfect.
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D
Traffic is heavy.
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QUESTION 9 / 25
If your front tire locks while braking, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Keep the brake engaged until you come to a full stop.
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B
Release both brakes and coast to a stop.
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C
Release the brake lever and use only the rear brake.
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D
Release the brake lever until the tire regains traction.
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QUESTION 10 / 25
A proper lane position should do all of the following, except:
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A
Allow you to set up for turns.
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B
Allow an escape route.
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C
Allow you to avoid wind blasts from other vehicles.
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D
Allow you to be in another vehicle’s blind spot.
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QUESTION 11 / 25
When preparing to pass another vehicle on the left, you should ride in:
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A
The left side of the lane.
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B
The center of the lane.
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C
The right side of the lane.
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D
Either the right or center portions of the lane.
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QUESTION 12 / 25
Because of their small size, motorcycles seem to be:
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A
Traveling faster than they actually are.
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B
Traveling more slowly than they actually are.
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C
Not moving when they actually are.
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D
Closer than they actually are.
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QUESTION 13 / 25
It is most important to flash your brake light when:
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A
Passing another vehicle.
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B
You will be slowing down suddenly.
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C
There is a stop sign ahead.
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D
Your signals do not work.
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QUESTION 14 / 25
When riding, you should:
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A
Turn your head and shoulders to look through turns.
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B
Keep your arms straight.
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C
Keep your knees away from the gas tank.
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D
Turn just your head and eyes to look through turns.
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QUESTION 15 / 25
Which of the following is not a benefit of riding in a close group?
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A
A close group takes up minimal space.
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B
A close group is usually easier to see than a group that is spread out.
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C
A close group is less likely to get separated than a group that is spread out.
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D
A close group can ride in pairs.
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QUESTION 16 / 25
What does this signal mean?
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A
Rest stop
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B
High beams on
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C
Turn right
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D
Hazard
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QUESTION 17 / 25
Rain suits:
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A
Should not be used.
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B
Should not balloon when riding.
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C
Are not needed since motorcycles shouldn't be operated in the rain.
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D
Should tear easily.
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QUESTION 18 / 25
If you must swerve, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Shift your weight quickly.
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B
Turn your handlebars 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 19 / 25
Which of the following is true?
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A
The front and rear brakes provide equal braking power.
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B
The front brake provides more braking power than the rear brake.
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C
The rear brake provides more braking power than the front brake.
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D
Only the front brake should be used when braking.
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QUESTION 20 / 25
The center portion of a traffic lane is where:
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A
Debris and oil drippings from cars often collect.
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B
Motorcycle riders should always travel for safety.
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C
Most accidents happen.
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D
Drivers are least likely to see a motorcyclist.
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QUESTION 21 / 25
When traveling in a group, riders should:
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A
Spread out to make the group easier to see.
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B
Stay close together to make the group easier to see.
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C
Separate occasionally.
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D
Ride in pairs.
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QUESTION 22 / 25
When an operator's left arm is bent at the elbow and pointing upward, it means the operator: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-motorcycle/vt-1.png
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Plans to turn left.
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B
Is about to stop.
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C
Plans to turn right.
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D
Is about to slow down.
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QUESTION 23 / 25
When riding in a group, you should:
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A
Never use a staggered formation.
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B
Place inexperienced riders at the back of the group.
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C
Not use your mirrors.
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D
Not tailgate other riders within the group.
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QUESTION 24 / 25
More than half of all crashes:
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Occur at speeds greater than 35 mph.
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B
Happen at night.
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C
Are caused by worn tires.
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D
Involve riders who have operated the involved motorcycle for less than six months.
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QUESTION 25 / 25
How can you regain control if your rear tire locks up?
Choose one answer below.
A
Release the rear brake.
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B
Continue using the rear brake.
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C
Swerve the bike in the direction with the fewest hazards.
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D
With the brake engaged, try to accelerate.
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