Take 2026 New Jersey Motorcycle Permit Test

QUESTION 1 / 25

Mirror checks:

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AShould be part of your normal scanning routine.✓BShould be avoided because they will distract you.✓CShould be avoided since other drivers will see you easily.✓DAre only recommended in bad weather.✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

A plastic, shatter-resistant face shield:

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AIs not necessary if you have a windshield.✓BOnly protects your eyes.✓CHelps protect your whole face.✓DDoes not protect your face as effectively as goggles.✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

When riding a motorcycle, a jacket should be worn:

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ANo matter the weather conditions.✓BOnly on cool days.✓COnly on warm days.✓DOnly if the ride will be longer than half an hour.✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

If drinking alcohol, you should:

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ADecide if you are still fit to ride based on how you feel after you finish drinking.✓BSet a limit beforehand so you can still safely ride.✓CNot ride.✓DNot be concerned about your riding abilities if you feel fine.✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

As you slow or stop, you should:

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AShift up through the gears.✓BShift down through the gears.✓CTake the bike out of gear.✓DStay in the same gear.✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

A pre-ride inspection should be done:

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ABefore every ride.✓BOnce a week.✓COnce a month.✓DTwice a month.✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

Which type of sign is yellow with black lettering or symbols?

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AWarning✓BService✓CRegulatory✓DSpeed limit✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

What does this hand signal mean? Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-motorcycle/handsignal3.png

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ASlow or stop✓BLeft turn✓CRight turn✓DBacking up✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

If a driver is tailgating you, you should:

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ASpeed up.✓BAllow them to pass.✓CPrevent them from passing.✓DMove to one side of your lane to allow them to share the lane.✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

Which of the following should you inspect during a pre-ride check?

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AThe general wear and tread of your tires✓BThe amount of cushion your seat has✓CThe shine of your paint✓DThe wind direction✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

When riding a motorcycle, clothing:

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AShould be loose enough to flap in the wind.✓BShould not cover your arms or legs completely.✓CShould not include a jacket if the weather is warm.✓DCan provide protection in the event of a crash.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

A rectangular sign may be a:

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

QUESTION 13 / 25

If you are riding behind a car, you should:

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AStay in a lane position that makes you visible to the driver.✓BAlways ride in the far left portion of the lane.✓CNot be concerned about your placement.✓DAlways ride in the far right portion of the lane.✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

Slippery surfaces can make it difficult to control a motorcycle. Which of the following would be considered a slippery surface?

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AWet pavement✓BA driveway✓CDry pavement✓DA parking lot✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

A pre-ride inspection usually takes:

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AA few minutes and should be done no more than once a month.✓BA few minutes and should be done before every ride.✓COver an hour and should be performed by a mechanic.✓DOver an hour and must only be done if you will be carrying a passenger.✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

In general, riders should:

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APick one lane position and always use it.✓BChange lane positions frequently to prevent monotony.✓CChoose a lane position that maximizes their space cushion.✓DNever use the center lane position.✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

Anti-Lock Braking Systems (ABS) are designed to:

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APrevent skidding and wheel lock-up.✓BPrevent brakes from activating if the roadway is dry.✓CApply brakes automatically.✓DWarn you when your brake pad needs replacing.✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

When passing parked vehicles, motorcycle riders should be especially cautious of:

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AMotorists looking for a place to park.✓BCars leaving their parking spaces.✓COncoming traffic.✓DNoise.✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

A motorcycle “fits” you if:

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AYou are able to touch your feet to the ground while seated.✓BYou are able to reach the controls by stretching.✓CThe handlebars go over your head.✓DYour feet are unable to rest on the foot pegs.✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

The single most effective thing you can do to improve your chances of surviving an accident is:

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AWear a helmet.✓BRead books on motorcycle safety.✓CAsk others about how to ride more safely.✓DWatch training videos.✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

Unlike most food and drinks, alcohol does not need to be digested. This means that:

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AWithin minutes of being consumed, the alcohol reaches the brain and begins to affect the drinker.✓BThe alcohol never gets removed from the body.✓CIt takes a long time to feel the effects of alcohol.✓DOnce it is in your system, your body gets rid of the alcohol quickly.✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

When preparing to pass another vehicle, you should ride in the left portion of your lane because:

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AIt increases your line of sight.✓BIt decreases your line of sight.✓CIt makes it difficult to see beyond the vehicle.✓DIt allows the other driver to speed up.✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

In any crash, you have a better chance of avoiding serious injury if you do all of the following, except:

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AWear an approved helmet.✓BWear face or eye protection.✓CWear protective clothing.✓DHave a windshield.✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

When is it important for a rider to use their mirrors?

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AWhen slowing down or stopping suddenly✓BWhen stopped at an intersection✓CWhen changing lanes✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

Which of the following is not important when looking for a motorcycle helmet?

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AThe helmet meets U.S. Department of Transportation standards.✓BThe helmet fits snugly all the way around your head.✓CThe helmet has no obvious defects, such as cracks or loose padding.✓DThe helmet looks cool.✓