Take 2026 Texas Motorcycle Permit Test 5

QUESTION 1 / 20

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.✓

QUESTION 2 / 20

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 3 / 20

One way to tell if your rear tire has gone flat while riding is if:

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AThere is a hissing noise coming from the rear of the bike.✓BThe back end is jerking from side to side.✓CYou are unable to accelerate.✓DThe rear brake does not work.✓

QUESTION 4 / 20

A person with a minimum blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of ______ is considered legally intoxicated.

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A0.02 percent✓B0.04 percent✓C0.08 percent✓D0.1 percent✓

QUESTION 5 / 20

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

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ABrake suddenly.✓BSteer in a weaving pattern.✓CRelax, maintain a steady speed, and ride straight across the grooves.✓DMove to the leftmost portion of the lane.✓

QUESTION 6 / 20

Where is the greatest potential for conflict between a motorcycle and other traffic?

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AIntersections✓BHighways✓CParking lots✓DResidential areas✓

QUESTION 7 / 20

If you are transporting a passenger, they should:

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ALean as you lean.✓BHold onto the motorcycle seat.✓CSit as far back as possible.✓DNever hold onto you.✓

QUESTION 8 / 20

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

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AWarning✓BService✓CRegulatory✓DSpeed limit✓

QUESTION 9 / 20

If your front tire goes flat while you are riding:

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AThe steering will feel heavy.✓BThe steering will feel loose.✓CThere will be no change in the steering.✓DThe ride will feel too smooth.✓

QUESTION 10 / 20

The front brake is:

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AToo dangerous to be used by inexperienced operators.✓BBest when used by itself.✓CMeant to occasionally assist the rear brake.✓DTo be used with the rear brake.✓

QUESTION 11 / 20

A DOT-compliant helmet has all of the following, except:

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AAn impact-resistant outer shell.✓BAn impact-absorbing inner liner.✓CA chinstrap retention system.✓DBright colors painted on the outside.✓

QUESTION 12 / 20

You should increase your following distance if:

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AThe pavement is dry.✓BThe pavement is wet.✓CYou can see through the vehicle ahead of you.✓DThe sun is out.✓

QUESTION 13 / 20

When an operator's left arm is extended straight out to the left, it means the operator: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-motorcycle/vt-2.png

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APlans to turn left.✓BIs about to stop.✓CPlans to turn right.✓DIs about to slow down.✓

QUESTION 14 / 20

Your lane position should:

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AAvoid other road users' blind spots.✓BProvide a good view of the shoulder.✓CProvide a poor view of road hazards.✓DInvite others to share your lane.✓

QUESTION 15 / 20

A wobble, or shaking of the front wheel and handlebars, may be caused by:

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AIncorrect tire pressure.✓BBrakes that are not working properly.✓CA balanced load.✓DExcessive wind.✓

QUESTION 16 / 20

Which of the following is not a safe step in preventing fatigue while riding?

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AProtecting yourself from the elements✓BTaking artificial stimulants✓CLimiting the distance ridden in one day✓DTaking frequent breaks✓

QUESTION 17 / 20

A face shield:

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AProvides protection for the eyes and face.✓BIs not recommended.✓CIs required.✓DDoes not protect the face as well as goggles.✓

QUESTION 18 / 20

When approaching a blind intersection with a stop sign, riders should:

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AStop at the stop sign then proceed through the intersection.✓BIgnore the stop sign and move forward to get a better look.✓CStop at the stop sign before moving forward to improve their view of cross traffic.✓DProceed through the intersection without stopping.✓

QUESTION 19 / 20

When should your rearview mirror be adjusted?

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AAfter starting the motorcycle✓BBefore starting the motorcycle✓CDuring the ride✓DAt a traffic signal✓

QUESTION 20 / 20

Once a motorcycle helmet has been involved in a crash, it should be:

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AInspected closely.✓BReplaced.✓CSold to another rider.✓DOutfitted with a new chinstrap.✓