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2026 Texas Motorcycle Permit Test 9
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QUESTION 1 / 20
When passing another vehicle:
Choose one answer below.
A
You must complete the pass without exceeding the speed limit.
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B
You may complete the pass in a no passing zone if the pass was started before the no passing zone began.
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C
You may exceed the speed limit.
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D
You should pass on the shoulder.
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QUESTION 2 / 20
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 3 / 20
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 4 / 20
To control a motorcycle properly, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Sit so you can use your arms to steer, not to hold yourself up.
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B
Sit far enough back on the seat that you can keep your arms straight.
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C
Keep your knees away from the gas tank.
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D
Drag your feet on the ground.
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QUESTION 5 / 20
A windshield:
Choose one answer below.
A
Is a good substitute for a face shield.
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B
Does not completely protect your eyes from the wind.
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C
Is required on all motorcycles.
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D
Should be used on windy days.
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QUESTION 6 / 20
If either tire goes flat while riding, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Roll on the throttle.
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B
Hold the handle grips loosely.
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C
Gently apply the brake of the non-flat tire.
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D
Increase your speed to exit the road more quickly.
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QUESTION 7 / 20
When being passed, all of the following are potential hazards, except:
Choose one answer below.
A
Extended mirrors.
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B
Objects being thrown from other vehicles.
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C
Blasts of wind.
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D
Headlights.
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QUESTION 8 / 20
The control for the rear brake is usually located:
Choose one answer below.
A
On the right handlebar.
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B
On the left handlebar.
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C
Near the left foot.
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D
Near the right foot.
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QUESTION 9 / 20
What is often found in the center portion of the lane?
Choose one answer below.
A
A landing strip
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B
An oily or greasy strip
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C
Lane markings
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D
Ice
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QUESTION 10 / 20
When braking:
Choose one answer below.
A
Use only one brake if it is a non-emergency situation.
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B
Only use both brakes if you are riding on wet pavement.
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C
Use both brakes regardless of the circumstances.
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D
Use only the front brake.
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QUESTION 11 / 20
A skidding rear tire:
Choose one answer below.
A
Is not serious.
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B
Eliminates your ability to change direction.
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C
Will usually correct itself.
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D
Is only a concern if the front tire is also skidding.
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QUESTION 12 / 20
If you are not traveling slowly enough when shifting into a lower gear, what could happen?
Choose one answer below.
A
Your motorcycle may lurch and the rear tire may skid.
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B
The horn may go off.
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C
Your motorcycle may lurch and the front tire may skid.
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D
Your motorcycle may lurch and a warning light will go on.
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QUESTION 13 / 20
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 14 / 20
Where is the engine cut-off switch usually located?
Choose one answer below.
A
Near the left handgrip
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B
Near the right handgrip
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C
Near the left footrest
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D
Near the right footrest
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QUESTION 15 / 20
Rain suits:
Choose one answer below.
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 16 / 20
When riding with a passenger, you should tell them to do all of the following, except:
Choose one answer below.
A
Get on the motorcycle after the engine has been started.
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B
Sit as far forward as they can without crowding you.
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C
Hold firmly onto your waist, hips, or belt.
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D
Feel free to talk whenever they want.
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QUESTION 17 / 20
When riding at night, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Be flexible about your lane position and adjust to changing conditions.
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B
Travel at a faster speed than usual to get to your destination more quickly.
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C
Always use your low beam headlight to see better.
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D
Decrease your following distance so you can be as close as possible to the vehicle ahead.
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QUESTION 18 / 20
If you must ride over an obstacle, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Decrease your speed as much as possible.
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B
Lean the motorcycle to one side.
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C
Speed up, if possible.
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D
Stay on your seat and remove your feet from the footrests.
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QUESTION 19 / 20
If you are not traveling slowly enough when shifting into a lower gear, the:
Choose one answer below.
A
Motorcycle could lurch and the rear tire could skid.
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B
Motorcycle could accelerate too quickly.
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C
Front tire will likely skid.
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D
Engine will make a loud noise.
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QUESTION 20 / 20
Where is the gearshift lever located?
Choose one answer below.
A
In front of the left footrest
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B
In front of the right footrest
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C
On the left handgrip
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D
On the right handgrip
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