Take Montana Motorcycle Permit Test Practice Questions - Montana DOJ Motorcycle Endorsement Knowledge Test Exam

QUESTION 1 / 25

On a standard motorcycle, the throttle is located on:

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AThe left handlebar grip✓BThe right handlebar grip✓CThe left foot peg✓DThe right foot peg✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

Which lever controls the front brake on a typical motorcycle?

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AThe lever on the left handlebar✓BThe lever on the right handlebar✓CThe left foot pedal✓DThe right foot pedal✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

The rear brake on a standard motorcycle is operated by:

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AThe right handlebar lever✓BThe right foot pedal✓CThe left foot pedal✓DThe left handlebar lever✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

The clutch lever on a typical motorcycle is located:

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AOn the right handlebar✓BOn the left handlebar✓COn the left foot peg✓DOn the right foot peg✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

The gear shift lever on a typical motorcycle is operated with:

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AThe left foot✓BThe right foot✓CThe left hand✓DThe right hand✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

What does the acronym T-CLOCS stand for in the pre-ride inspection?

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AThrottle, Cables, Lights, Oil, Chain, Saddle✓BTires, Controls, Lights, Oil, Chassis, Stands✓CTank, Carburetor, Lever, Odometer, Clutch, Switch✓DTurn, Check, Look, Observe, Coast, Stop✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

How often should you perform a T-CLOCS pre-ride inspection?

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AOnce a month✓BOnly after the motorcycle has been serviced✓CBefore every ride✓DOnly at the start of the riding season✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

Which piece of protective gear is most important for reducing the risk of fatal head injury in a motorcycle crash?

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AA reflective vest✓BA DOT-approved helmet✓CLeather gloves✓DOver-the-ankle boots✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

How can you tell that a motorcycle helmet meets DOT standards?

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AIt is at least three years old✓BIt carries a DOT certification label✓CIt fits loosely so it ventilates well✓DIt has decorative stickers from a major brand✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

Under Montana law (MCA 61-9-417), who is required to wear protective headgear when riding a motorcycle on Montana streets and highways?

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AEvery motorcycle operator and passenger of any age✓BOnly operators and passengers under 18 years of age✓COnly operators with a learner permit✓DOnly riders on freeways over 65 mph✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

Why is wearing protective eye gear strongly recommended in Montana even though it is not required by law for adult riders?

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ABecause tinted lenses make you ride faster✓BBecause wind, insects, dust, and gravel can blind or distract a rider at highway speeds✓CBecause the Montana sun is brighter than in other states✓DBecause law enforcement will issue a warning✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

Which clothing choice best protects a motorcycle rider in a crash?

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AShorts, T-shirt, and sandals✓BHeavy long-sleeve jacket and pants of leather or abrasion-resistant material, over-the-ankle boots, and full-fingered gloves✓CLoose ponchos that flap in the wind✓DReflective vest only with no jacket✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

When picking out a motorcycle helmet, the most important factor is that it:

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AMatches the color of your motorcycle✓BFits snugly, has no obvious damage, and is DOT certified✓CHas the largest air vents available✓DIs from the cheapest available brand✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

What is the proper riding posture on a motorcycle?

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ALean far forward with arms locked straight✓BSit upright with knees against the tank, elbows slightly bent, and feet on the foot pegs✓CStretch your legs out in front of the foot pegs✓DRest your weight on the handlebars✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

To get the shortest, safest stop on dry pavement you should:

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AUse only the front brake✓BUse only the rear brake✓CApply both brakes smoothly and progressively at the same time✓DPull in the clutch and coast to a stop✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

Roughly what percentage of a motorcycle's stopping power typically comes from the front brake?

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AAbout 30 percent✓BAbout 50 percent✓CAbout 70 percent✓DAbout 10 percent✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

If your front wheel locks during hard braking, you should:

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AHold the brake harder until the bike stops✓BRelease the front brake instantly and re-apply it more smoothly✓CPull in the clutch and let the bike coast✓DSteer sharply to the side✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

If the rear wheel locks during braking, you should:

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ARelease the rear brake immediately so the wheel can regain traction✓BApply more rear brake to bring the bike down✓CKeep the rear brake locked until you stop, as long as the bike is still tracking straight✓DRelease the front brake but keep the rear locked✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

Which of the following best describes counter-steering on a motorcycle traveling above about 15 mph?

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ATurning the handlebars in the direction you want to go✓BPressing forward on the handgrip on the side you want to lean toward✓CLeaning the bike with your shoulders alone✓DLooking the opposite direction of the turn✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

To turn quickly to the right while traveling at highway speed, you should:

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APull back on the right handgrip✓BPress forward on the right handgrip✓CPress forward on the left handgrip✓DLock the front brake briefly✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

The MSF four-step technique for turning is summarized by the acronym SLPR. What does it stand for?

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ASlow, Look, Press, Roll✓BStop, Lean, Press, Ride✓CSignal, Look, Pass, Return✓DSearch, Locate, Plan, React✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

If you must swerve to avoid an obstacle, you should:

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ABrake hard at the same time you swerve✓BSeparate the actions: brake first, release the brakes, then swerve✓CSwerve and then immediately stop✓DSwerve and accelerate hard✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

When riding in heavy crosswinds across the open Montana plains, you should:

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ARide faster so the wind has less time to push you✓BRide near the upwind edge of your lane, hold the handlebars firmly, and lean slightly into the wind✓CRide in the center of the road regardless of lane✓DPull in the clutch to coast through the gusts✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

Where in the lane should a motorcyclist usually ride on a typical Montana road?

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AAlways in the center of the lane✓BIn the part of the lane where they are most visible to other drivers and have a good view ahead✓COn the centerline between lanes✓DOn the right-hand shoulder✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

The acronym SIPDE is a mental process used by motorcyclists. What does it stand for?

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AScan, Identify, Predict, Decide, Execute✓BSlow, Inspect, Pass, Defend, Exit✓CSignal, Indicate, Position, Drive, Examine✓DSee, Inspect, Push, Down-shift, Engage✓