2025 California Motorcycle Permit Test 16
The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in California when getting your motorcycle learners permit. Each motorcycle theory practice test question has three answer choices. Select one answer for each question and select "grade this section." You can find this button at the bottom of the drivers license quiz. For a complete list of questions and answers for California please visit https://staging.dmvwrittentest.cheat-sheets.com/en/california/motorcycle.
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1. A motorcycle can have no more than:
Explanation
A motorcycle is defined as a motor vehicle with a seat or saddle for the rider and no more than three wheels.
2. What does a solid yellow traffic light mean?
Explanation
A solid yellow traffic light warns that the signal is about to change to red. You must slow and come to a stop before the intersection if it is safe to do so. If you are already within the intersection when the light turns yellow, continue through the intersection.
3. A sign that your front tire has gone flat is that your steering suddenly feels:
Explanation
If steering suddenly feels heavy, it is possible that your front tire has gone flat. Stop riding and check your tires as soon as possible.
4. How far in advance should a motorcyclist signal a turn?
Explanation
You should signal a left or right turn 100 feet before beginning the turn. This should give surrounding operators time to safely react to your intentions.
5. Smaller vehicles appear to be ________ and slower than they really are.
Explanation
It can be difficult to judge the speed and distance of a small vehicle, such as a motorcycle. Do not assume that drivers of larger vehicles will be able to accurately understand your speed and location.
6. A solid white line on the side of the road indicates:
Explanation
A solid white line on the side of the road is used to indicate the right edge of a traffic lane.
7. If you get a flat tire while riding, you should:
Explanation
If a tire goes flat while you are riding, hold onto the handgrips firmly and concentrate on maintaining a straight course. Brake only if you are sure which tire is flat. Exit the roadway once your motorcycle has slowed considerably.
8. If you must transport a load, it should be:
Explanation
Loads should be kept over, or in front of, the rear axle. Only experienced riders should carry loads on their motorcycle.
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