Take 2026 New Mexico Motorcycle Permit Test 13

QUESTION 1 / 25

If attempting to brake in a curve, you should:

Choose one answer below.

ABrake more gradually than you would on a straightaway.✓BBrake as hard as you would on a straightaway.✓CWait until you are not in the curve to brake.✓DOnly use the rear brake.✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

If you are preparing to pass another operator on the left, you should:

Choose one answer below.

AGet into the right part of the lane so you can be seen in their side mirror.✓BGet into the left part of the lane to increase your line of sight.✓CStay in the center part of the lane so you can be seen in their rearview mirror.✓DWeave in your lane to draw attention to yourself.✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

If you must brake and swerve to avoid a hazard, you should:

Choose one answer below.

AEither brake then swerve or swerve then brake.✓BBrake and swerve at the same time.✓CChoose to either brake or swerve.✓DNot swerve and only use the front brake to stop.✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

Most motorcycles have rounded, or convex, mirrors. These mirrors:

Choose one answer below.

AAre easy to get used to right away.✓BMake cars seem closer than they actually are.✓CProvide a narrow view of the road.✓DMake cars seem farther away than they actually are.✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

If you must swerve, you should:

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AShift your weight quickly.✓BTurn your handlebars quickly.✓CPress the handgrip in the direction of the turn.✓DPress the handgrip in the opposite direction of the turn.✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

On a slippery surface, you should not:

Choose one answer below.

AReduce your speed.✓BAvoid making sudden moves.✓CUse only the front brake when slowing or stopping.✓DUse both brakes when slowing or stopping.✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

When being passed from behind, you should:

Choose one answer below.

ATry to move onto the shoulder.✓BUse the left portion of your lane.✓CUse the center portion of your lane.✓DUse the right portion of your lane.✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

When following a car, usually the best portion of the lane to ride in is:

Choose one answer below.

AThe left portion.✓BThe center portion.✓CThe right portion.✓DThe left or right portions.✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

If your rear wheel locks while braking, you should:

Choose one answer below.

ARelease the brake until the rear tire regains traction, then re-apply the brake.✓BRelease the brake and only engage the front brake.✓CKeep it locked until the motorcycle comes to a stop.✓DRelease the brake and coast to a stop.✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

When you park a motorcycle next to a curb, it should be:

Choose one answer below.

AParked at a 90-degree angle with the rear wheel touching the curb.✓BParked at a 45-degree angle with the front tire touching the curb.✓CParked like a car, with the front and rear wheels the same distance from the curb.✓DParked at the left edge of the parking space so approaching drivers can more easily see the motorcycle.✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

If taking a long trip, you should:

Choose one answer below.

ATry to minimize the number of rest breaks.✓BUse artificial stimulants, like caffeine, if you feel drowsy.✓CDress warmly to avoid getting too cold during the ride.✓DSchedule more than 12 hours of riding a day.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

When you are being passed by a vehicle on your left, you should:

Choose one answer below.

AHelp the other driver by moving as far to the right as possible.✓BHelp the other driver by moving to the shoulder.✓CRide in the center portion of your lane.✓DRide in the left portion of your lane✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

When riding a motorcycle, you should:

Choose one answer below.

AAlways pick one part of the lane to occupy and never leave that part of the lane.✓BVary your lane position as conditions warrant.✓COnly ride in the center of the lane so other vehicles can see you more easily.✓DRide in a zigzag pattern so other drivers notice you.✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

A rectangular sign may be a:

Choose one answer below.

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

QUESTION 15 / 25

When riding, you should:

Choose one answer below.

ATurn your head and shoulders to look through turns.✓BKeep your arms straight.✓CKeep your knees away from the gas tank.✓DTurn just your head and eyes to look where you are going.✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

Studies show that most crash-involved riders:

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AUnder-brake the front tire and over-break the rear tire.✓BOver-break the front tire and under-brake the rear tire.✓COnly use the front brake.✓DOnly use the rear brake.✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

Small vehicles can appear and seem to be traveling than they actually are.

Choose one answer below.

AFarther away, more slowly✓BFarther away, faster✓CCloser, more slowly✓DCloser, faster✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

To prevent getting fatigued on a long ride, you should do all of the following, except:

Choose one answer below.

ADress warmly.✓BLimit the distance traveled in a day.✓CTake frequent rest breaks.✓DTake artificial stimulants.✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

When braking on a slippery surface, you should:

Choose one answer below.

AUse only the rear brake.✓BUse only the front brake.✓CUse both brakes.✓DNot use any brakes, but downshift.✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

If a driver is following you too closely, you should:

Choose one answer below.

AFlash your brake light before you slow to warn the other driver.✓BAccelerate.✓CPull over to the side of the road.✓DSlow down.✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

The clothing you wear while riding should protect you from all of the following, except:

Choose one answer below.

ASunburn.✓BWindburn.✓CChapped lips.✓DDehydration.✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

When riding, the best protection for an operator is:

Choose one answer below.

AA cushion of space between their vehicle and other vehicles.✓BA good leather jacket.✓CSturdy boots.✓DA good understanding of motorcycle laws.✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

Helmeted riders are ________ more likely to survive than those not wearing helmets at the time of a crash.

Choose one answer below.

ATwo times✓BThree times✓CEight times✓DTen times✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

When being passed, you should not move to the portion of the lane farthest from the passing driver because it:

Choose one answer below.

ADiscourages the passing driver from cutting into your lane too early.✓BEncourages the passing driver to cut into your lane too early.✓CEncourages the passing driver to complete the pass as quickly as possible.✓DEncourages other drivers to pass you.✓

QUESTION 25 / 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?

Choose one answer below.

AAbout 10 percent✓BAbout 25 percent✓COver 50 percent✓DAbout 90 percent✓

If attempting to brake in a curve, you should:

If you are preparing to pass another operator on the left, you should:

If you must brake and swerve to avoid a hazard, you should:

Most motorcycles have rounded, or convex, mirrors. These mirrors:

If you must swerve, you should:

On a slippery surface, you should not:

When being passed from behind, you should:

When following a car, usually the best portion of the lane to ride in is:

If your rear wheel locks while braking, you should:

When you park a motorcycle next to a curb, it should be:

If taking a long trip, you should:

When you are being passed by a vehicle on your left, you should:

When riding a motorcycle, you should:

A rectangular sign may be a:

When riding, you should:

Studies show that most crash-involved riders:

Small vehicles can appear ______ and seem to be traveling ______ than they actually are.

To prevent getting fatigued on a long ride, you should do all of the following, except:

When braking on a slippery surface, you should:

If a driver is following you too closely, you should:

The clothing you wear while riding should protect you from all of the following, except:

When riding, the best protection for an operator is:

Helmeted riders are ________ more likely to survive than those not wearing helmets at the time of a crash.

When being passed, you should not move to the portion of the lane farthest from the passing driver because it:

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?

Small vehicles can appear and seem to be traveling than they actually are.