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NJ Motorcycle Permit Test Practice Questions - New Jersey MVC Motorcycle Knowledge Test Exam
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QUESTION 1 / 25
On a standard motorcycle, which hand control operates the front brake?
Choose one answer below.
A
The left handlebar lever
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B
The right handlebar lever
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C
The left foot pedal
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D
The right foot pedal
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QUESTION 2 / 25
Which control disengages power from the engine to the rear wheel?
Choose one answer below.
A
The throttle
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B
The clutch lever
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C
The rear brake pedal
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D
The kill switch
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QUESTION 3 / 25
On a typical motorcycle, where is the gear shifter located?
Choose one answer below.
A
On the right handlebar
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B
On the left handlebar
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C
Under the left foot
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D
Under the right foot
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QUESTION 4 / 25
What does the T in T-CLOCS pre-ride inspection stand for?
Choose one answer below.
A
Throttle
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B
Tires and wheels
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C
Turn signals
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D
Transmission
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QUESTION 5 / 25
Under New Jersey law (NJSA 39:3-76.7), which riders must wear a DOT-approved helmet?
Choose one answer below.
A
Only riders under 21
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B
Only the operator, not the passenger
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C
Every operator and passenger of any age
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D
Only riders on highways with speed limits over 50 mph
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QUESTION 6 / 25
When does New Jersey law require eye protection for motorcycle riders?
Choose one answer below.
A
Only at night
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B
Only on highways
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C
Whenever the motorcycle does not have a windscreen tall enough to protect the eyes
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D
Only for riders without a full-face helmet
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QUESTION 7 / 25
Is lane splitting (riding between rows of slow or stopped cars) legal in New Jersey?
Choose one answer below.
A
Yes, on roads with speeds under 30 mph
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B
Yes, but only on limited-access highways
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C
No, lane sharing and lane splitting are not allowed in New Jersey
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D
Yes, when traffic is at a standstill
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QUESTION 8 / 25
What is the legal BAC limit for a New Jersey motorcyclist who is 21 or older?
Choose one answer below.
A
0.05%
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B
0.08%
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C
0.10%
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D
0.02%
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QUESTION 9 / 25
What is the BAC limit for a New Jersey motorcyclist who is under 21?
Choose one answer below.
A
0.08%
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B
0.05%
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C
0.01% (zero tolerance)
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D
0.04%
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QUESTION 10 / 25
How many multiple-choice questions are on the New Jersey MVC motorcycle knowledge test?
Choose one answer below.
A
25
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B
40
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C
50
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D
100
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QUESTION 11 / 25
What is the passing score for the New Jersey motorcycle permit test?
Choose one answer below.
A
70% (35 of 50)
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B
75% (38 of 50)
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C
80% (40 of 50)
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D
90% (45 of 50)
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QUESTION 12 / 25
What is the motorcycle endorsement fee in New Jersey?
Choose one answer below.
A
$$10
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B
$$24
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C
$$42
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D
$$125
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QUESTION 13 / 25
What is the minimum age to apply for a New Jersey motorcycle permit?
Choose one answer below.
A
15
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B
16
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C
17
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D
18
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QUESTION 14 / 25
What can a New Jersey resident with a valid NJ driver license accomplish by completing an MSF Basic RiderCourse?
Choose one answer below.
A
Skip wearing a helmet
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B
Waive both the MVC motorcycle written and road tests
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C
Avoid paying the motorcycle endorsement fee
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D
Ride before the permit expires sooner
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QUESTION 15 / 25
Which group of riders is REQUIRED to complete the MSF Basic RiderCourse in New Jersey?
Choose one answer below.
A
All first-time applicants
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B
Anyone under 18
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C
Only out-of-state transfers
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D
Only riders of motorcycles over 1000cc
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QUESTION 16 / 25
While holding a New Jersey motorcycle permit, you may NOT:
Choose one answer below.
A
Ride on local streets
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B
Ride on toll roads or limited-access highways
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C
Wear a half helmet
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D
Ride alone
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QUESTION 17 / 25
When does a New Jersey motorcycle permit holder need to keep the motorcycle off the road?
Choose one answer below.
A
Between sunset and sunrise
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B
Between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m.
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C
Only during rush hour
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D
Only on weekends
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QUESTION 18 / 25
Approximately how much of your motorcycle's stopping power typically comes from the front brake?
Choose one answer below.
A
30%
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B
50%
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C
70%
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D
100%
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QUESTION 19 / 25
When braking in a normal stop, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Use only the front brake
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B
Use only the rear brake
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C
Use both brakes every time
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D
Use the engine only and downshift
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QUESTION 20 / 25
What is counter-steering used for on a motorcycle?
Choose one answer below.
A
Stopping the bike at low speed
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B
Initiating a lean to turn at higher speeds
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C
Backing the bike up
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D
Adjusting the throttle
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QUESTION 21 / 25
What does the SLPR cornering technique stand for?
Choose one answer below.
A
Speed, Look, Press, Ride
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B
Slow, Look, Press, Roll
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C
Stop, Look, Push, Recover
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D
Steer, Lean, Pause, Recover
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QUESTION 22 / 25
Where in the lane should you adjust your body and bike when cornering?
Choose one answer below.
A
Slow before the turn, then accelerate through it
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B
Accelerate into the turn, then brake midway
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C
Maintain steady speed throughout
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D
Coast through the turn with the clutch in
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QUESTION 23 / 25
When swerving to avoid an obstacle, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Brake hard at the same time you swerve
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B
Separate the swerve from braking — do one, then the other
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C
Use the rear brake only during the swerve
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D
Pull the clutch in to coast through the maneuver
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QUESTION 24 / 25
What is the recommended minimum following distance behind another vehicle in good conditions?
Choose one answer below.
A
1 second
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B
2 seconds
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C
3 seconds
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D
4 seconds
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QUESTION 25 / 25
Which lane position generally gives you the best view of traffic ahead and is most often used when no specific hazard is present?
Choose one answer below.
A
Left third of the lane
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B
Center of the lane
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C
Right third of the lane
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D
Outside the lane lines
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