Take NH Motorcycle Permit Test Practice Questions - New Hampshire Motorcycle Endorsement Knowledge Test Exam

QUESTION 1 / 25

On most motorcycles, where is the front brake lever located?

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AOn the left handlebar, operated by the left hand✓BOn the right handlebar, operated by the right hand✓COn the left footpeg, operated by the left foot✓DOn the right footpeg, operated by the right foot✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

What does the clutch lever do on a motorcycle?

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AApplies the front brake✓BDisengages the engine from the rear wheel✓CShifts gears up and down✓DControls the throttle✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

Most motorcycles use a one-down, four- or five-up gear shift pattern. How do you shift up from first gear?

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APress the shift lever down✓BLift the shift lever up with your left foot✓CTwist the right grip toward you✓DPress the rear brake pedal✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

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

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AThrottle✓BTires and wheels✓CTurn signals✓DTransmission✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

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

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AOnce a month✓BOnly after the bike has been serviced✓CBefore every ride✓DOnce at the start of each riding season✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

Which piece of riding gear protects you from rocks, insects, wind, and debris in your eyes while riding?

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AAn open-face helmet without a face shield✓BEyeglasses, goggles, or a face shield✓CA baseball cap✓DA bandana over your face✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

Under New Hampshire RSA 265:122, who is required to wear an approved motorcycle helmet?

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AAll motorcycle operators and passengers, regardless of age✓BOnly motorcycle operators and passengers under 18 years of age✓COnly commercial motorcycle riders✓DOnly riders without a passenger✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

Even though New Hampshire does not require adult riders to wear a helmet, why is wearing a DOT-approved helmet still strongly recommended?

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AIt eliminates the need for eye protection✓BIt is the single most effective piece of equipment for preventing head injuries in a crash✓CIt makes you exempt from the under-21 BAC limit✓DIt allows you to lane-split legally✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

When choosing a motorcycle helmet, what should you look for to verify it meets federal safety standards?

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AA DOT (Department of Transportation) sticker on the back of the helmet✓BA NASCAR logo✓CA novelty 'beanie' shape with no chin strap✓DPlastic shells without any inner liner✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

Which clothing combination provides the best protection while riding?

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AShorts, sandals, and a tank top✓BA long-sleeved abrasion-resistant jacket, sturdy pants, full-fingered gloves, and over-the-ankle boots✓CA light raincoat and sneakers✓DA heavy wool sweater and dress shoes✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

Why is it important to choose a motorcycle that fits you properly?

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AIt looks nicer in photos✓BBoth feet should reach the ground comfortably so you can manage the bike's weight at stops✓CLarger bikes are always safer for new riders✓DIt increases your fuel efficiency✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

What is the proper body position for everyday street riding?

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ALean forward over the tank like a racer✓BSit upright with knees against the tank, elbows relaxed and slightly bent, and feet on the footpegs✓CStand on the footpegs at all times✓DLean back with arms straight and locked✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

How should you use the throttle when starting from a stop?

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ASnap the throttle wide open and release the clutch quickly✓BRoll the throttle on smoothly while easing out the clutch in the friction zone✓CHold the throttle closed and release the clutch all at once✓DPump the throttle in short bursts✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

When braking hard in a straight line, 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✓DPump both brakes rapidly✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

Approximately what share of a motorcycle's stopping power typically comes from the front brake?

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AAbout 30%✓BAbout 50%✓CAbout 70%✓DFront and rear brakes contribute equally in every condition✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

Total stopping distance on a motorcycle is the sum of:

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AReaction distance and braking distance✓BAcceleration distance and reaction distance✓CFollowing distance and braking distance✓DLane width and braking distance✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

When you brake in a curve, you should:

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AApply maximum front brake immediately✓BStraighten the motorcycle as much as possible first, then brake firmly✓CUse only the rear brake at full pressure✓DLock both wheels until you slow✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

What is counter-steering on a motorcycle?

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ATurning the handlebars in the opposite direction of the curve to fight the lean✓BBriefly pressing forward on the handgrip on the side you want to lean toward to initiate a lean✓CSteering only with body weight, never the handlebars✓DHolding the handlebars rigid and using foot pressure to turn✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

The SLPR method for turning a motorcycle stands for:

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AStop, Look, Park, Restart✓BSlow, Look, Press, Roll✓CSlow, Lean, Park, Ride✓DSteer, Lean, Pause, Roll✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

When approaching a curve, you should adjust your speed:

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AAfter you enter the curve✓BBefore you enter the curve✓CAt the apex of the curve✓DOn the way out of the curve✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

If you must avoid a sudden obstacle in your path but do not have room to stop, the best technique is to:

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ALock the rear brake and skid past it✓BSwerve by quickly counter-steering around the obstacle, then back into your lane✓CLean only with body weight without touching the handlebars✓DClose your eyes and hope to miss it✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

Why should you avoid braking and swerving at the same time?

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AIt uses more fuel✓BLean angle and braking each demand traction, and combining them can exceed available tire grip and cause a crash✓CIt makes too much noise✓DIt is illegal in New Hampshire✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

What does SIPDE stand for in motorcycle riding strategy?

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AStop, Inspect, Pause, Decide, Exit✓BSearch, Identify, Predict, Decide, Execute✓CSignal, Indicate, Press, Decelerate, Engage✓DSteer, Inspect, Park, Drive, Enter✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

The MSF's simpler hazard-management strategy is SEE. What do the letters stand for?

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ASee, Engage, Exit✓BSearch, Evaluate, Execute✓CStop, Examine, Enter✓DSignal, Examine, Exit✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

A traffic lane is generally divided into three positions for a motorcycle. Which lane position is usually best on a straight road with no other traffic?

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AThere is no 'best' position — riders should pick the one that gives the best view, visibility, and escape route✓BAlways the right edge of the lane✓CAlways the center of the lane, on top of any oil strip✓DAlways the right-side wheel track, regardless of conditions✓