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2026 Pennsylvania Motorcycle Permit Test
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QUESTION 1 / 20
If a friend has been drinking and wants to ride their motorcycle, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Let them.
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B
Encourage them to take less-crowded roads.
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C
Push their bike over.
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D
Encourage friends to talk them out of riding.
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QUESTION 2 / 20
When braking, you should use:
Choose one answer below.
A
Only the front brake.
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B
Only the rear brake.
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C
Both brakes.
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D
Either brake, but never both at the same time.
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QUESTION 3 / 20
If you are drinking alcohol and plan to ride later, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Ride more slowly than usual.
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B
Allow at least an hour for each drink to leave your system before riding.
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C
Exercise or dance to wear the drinks off.
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D
Drink hot coffee to become more alert.
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QUESTION 4 / 20
When riding where sand and gravel have collected on a paved road, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Downshift and use more throttle.
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B
Pull in the clutch.
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C
Use only the rear brake to slow down.
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D
Avoid sudden changes in speed or direction.
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QUESTION 5 / 20
When riding with passengers, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Start slowing sooner than you would if riding alone.
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B
Use only your front brake to slow.
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C
Never talk to them.
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D
Start in the center of the lane.
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QUESTION 6 / 20
When consumed together, the effects of alcohol and drugs:
Choose one answer below.
A
Can be more pronounced than when either is consumed alone.
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B
Are less dangerous than when either is consumed alone.
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C
Are usually minimal.
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D
Often balance out.
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QUESTION 7 / 20
When conducting a pre-ride check, be sure that:
Choose one answer below.
A
The brakes make a loud squeaking noise.
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B
The brakes cause some friction with the steering.
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C
Each brake can hold the motorcycle.
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D
Only the rear brake can hold the motorcycle.
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QUESTION 8 / 20
To be seen at night, it is best to wear:
Choose one answer below.
A
Light clothing.
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B
A white helmet.
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C
Reflective clothing.
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D
A red jacket.
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QUESTION 9 / 20
When preparing to pass on the left, it is best to:
Choose one answer below.
A
Signal, check your left mirror, look left, and move into the passing lane.
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B
Signal, immediately move into the passing lane, and accelerate.
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C
Signal, check your left mirror, and move into the passing lane.
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D
Signal, accelerate, and move into the passing lane.
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QUESTION 10 / 20
For greatest safety, your helmet should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Fit tightly at the base and loosely at the top.
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B
Fit loosely all the way around.
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C
Fit snugly all the way around.
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D
Be worn only on long rides.
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QUESTION 11 / 20
A leather jacket:
Choose one answer below.
A
Can make a rider look cool.
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B
Is usually too warm to wear when riding.
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C
Provides protection in a crash.
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D
Should not be worn when riding.
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QUESTION 12 / 20
The proper body position on a motorcycle:
Choose one answer below.
A
Allows you to sit far enough forward that your arms will be slightly bent when holding the handle grips.
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B
Allows you to sit as far back as possible and have to stretch when trying to reach the handle grips.
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C
Makes you lean over the bike, requiring your arms to hold you up.
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D
Allows for your knees to be kept far from the gas tank.
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QUESTION 13 / 20
When adjusting your rearview mirror, be sure you can:
Choose one answer below.
A
See the lane behind you and the lane next to you.
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B
See only the lane behind you.
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C
See only the lane next to you.
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D
See most of your helmet.
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QUESTION 14 / 20
Of the following, which clothing item will not reduce injuries in a crash?
Choose one answer below.
A
Heavy shoes
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B
Full-length pants
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C
Shorts
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D
Full-fingered gloves
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QUESTION 15 / 20
If you are using an unfamiliar motorcycle, what should you do before riding?
Choose one answer below.
A
Ride like you would on your bike, since all bikes are about the same.
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B
Check the controls and shift pattern.
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C
Take the owner’s word that everything is in working order.
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D
Assume you know where all the controls are located.
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QUESTION 16 / 20
Which fabric provides the most protection when worn by motorcyclists?
Choose one answer below.
A
Leather
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B
Denim
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C
Polyester
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D
Wool
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QUESTION 17 / 20
If you must stop quickly while turning or riding a curve, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Straighten the motorcycle and then brake.
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B
Brake first and then try to straighten the motorcycle.
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C
Only brake and not worry about straightening the motorcycle.
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D
Use only the front brake.
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QUESTION 18 / 20
The proper clothing for riding a motorcycle should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Cover your arms and legs completely.
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B
Cover your arms completely, but leave your legs exposed.
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C
Cover your legs completely, but leave your arms exposed.
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D
Be whatever makes you most comfortable, regardless of safety.
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QUESTION 19 / 20
When choosing a helmet, you will get the most protection by using a helmet that:
Choose one answer below.
A
Fits loosely.
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B
Meets U.S. DOT standards.
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C
Has survived a previous crash.
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D
Provides hearing protection.
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QUESTION 20 / 20
Which of the following should you inspect during a pre-ride check?
Choose one answer below.
A
The general wear and tread of your tires
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B
The amount of cushion your seat has
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C
The shine of your paint
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D
The wind direction
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