2025 Hawaii Motorcycle Permit Test 15
The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Hawaii 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 Hawaii please visit https://staging.dmvwrittentest.cheat-sheets.com/en/hawaii/motorcycle.
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1. When riding in a group, inexperienced riders should position themselves:
Explanation
Inexperienced riders should ride just behind the leader. This ensures that they won't have to chase after the group, and it allows more experienced riders to keep an eye on them from behind.
2. Which of the following is not a benefit of riding in a close group?
Explanation
Riding in close ranks is recommended over riding in a group that is spread out because the group will take up less space on the road, be easier for others to see, and be less likely to get separated at traffic lights and during passes.
3. Do not change gears on railroad tracks because:
Explanation
It is best not to shift gears when crossing railroad tracks. There is a chance your motorcycle might stall while you are on the tracks.
4. The middle portion of the lane usually contains an oily strip. You should:
Explanation
Oily drippings from cars and trucks build up in the center of each lane. Unless the road is wet, this strip usually still provides enough traction more a motorcycle to operate safely. The strip is generally narrow enough that you can ride to either side of it and still be in the center portion of the lane.
5. When selecting a helmet, make sure it is all of the following, except:
Explanation
You should select a helmet that meets U.S. Department of Transportation and state standards; fits snugly all the way around; and has no obvious defects, such as cracks, loose padding, or frayed straps.
6. Gears should be upshifted:
Explanation
As your motorcycle increases speed, you will need to shift up into higher gears. Shift up well before the engine RPM reaches its maximum recommended speed. As a general rule, shift up soon enough to avoid over-revving the engine, but not so soon that you will cause the engine to lug.
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