2025 Maine Motorcycle Permit Test 4
The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Maine 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 Maine please visit https://staging.dmvwrittentest.cheat-sheets.com/en/maine/motorcycle.
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8. Increase your following distance if:
Explanation
Open up your following distance if your motorcycle will require a longer distance than normal to stop. Additionally, if you are riding in heavy traffic or if you cannot see through the vehicle in front of you, you should also increase your following distance.
9. When passing a row of parked cars to your right when there is no oncoming traffic to your left, you should:
Explanation
When passing a row of parked cars, it is generally best to stay on the side of your lane that is not directly next to the cars. This will help to protect you from potential hazards like car doors being opened or people stepping out from between the cars. If there is traffic coming from the opposite direction, it is a good idea to stay in the center portion of the lane.
10. When riding in a group, it is best to put inexperienced riders near the front because:
Explanation
In a group, less experienced riders should ride toward the front, just behind the leader, so more experienced riders can easily watch them.
11. The best way to stop quickly is to:
Explanation
If you need to stop quickly, apply both the front and rear brakes at the same time.
12. When stopping:
Explanation
You should use both brakes every time you slow down or stop. Always apply the brakes simultaneously.
13. Intersections are usually:
Explanation
Intersections can be dangerous because they present the greatest degree of potential conflict between motorcyclists and other drivers.
14. Which of the following does not need to be checked regularly?
Explanation
Before every ride, you should check your motorcycle's tires, controls, chains, sprockets, shock absorbers, fasteners, and brakes. A small mechanical issue on a motorcycle can be extremely dangerous in traffic.
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