2025 Colorado Motorcycle Permit Test 9
The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Colorado 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 Colorado please visit https://staging.dmvwrittentest.cheat-sheets.com/en/colorado/motorcycle.
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1. If a tire goes flat while you are riding and you must stop, you should:
Explanation
If either of your tires go flat while you are riding, hold the handgrips firmly, ease off the throttle, and maintain a straight course. If you need to brake, gradually apply the brake to the tire that is not flat. As you slow down, edge to the side of the road, squeeze the clutch, and stop.
2. Since most crashes happen during daylight hours, you should:
Explanation
Most motorcycle crashes happen in broad daylight. You should always wear brightly-colored clothing when riding to maximize your chances of being seen, even during the day.
3. When following a car, usually the best portion of the lane to ride in is:
Explanation
When riding behind a passenger vehicle, it is usually best to ride in the center of the lane so you will be visible in the driver's rearview mirror. Most drivers check their rearview mirrors much more often than their side mirrors, so this lane position will increase your chances of being seen.
4. If you are not traveling slowly enough when shifting into a lower gear, the:
Explanation
If you are not riding slowly enough when shifting into a lower gear, the motorcycle will lurch and the rear wheel may skid.
5. A motorcycle with a sidecar:
Explanation
Even with three wheels on the ground, a sidecar can tip over if it is being turned too sharply or is moving too fast for a corner.
6. When loading cargo onto a motorcycle, you should:
Explanation
Heavier items should be loaded in front of the tank bag. You should try to place the load over or in front of the rear axle. Putting the load behind the rear axle may affect your control.
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