2025 Minnesota 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 Minnesota 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 Minnesota please visit https://staging.dmvwrittentest.cheat-sheets.com/en/minnesota/motorcycle.
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33. Your lane position should help you:
Explanation
A properly chosen lane position should protect your lane from other drivers while communicating your intentions to them.
34. You should increase your following distance if:
Explanation
An expanded cushion of space is needed if your motorcycle will take longer than normal to stop. If the pavement is slippery, if you cannot see through the vehicle ahead of you, or if traffic is heavy and another driver may try to squeeze in front of you, open up to a larger following distance.
35. When riding in a group, what does it mean when the lead rider raises their left arm and extends their index finger, as shown in the image?
Explanation
Hand signals are an important part of communication when riding in groups. A lead rider raising their left arm and extending their index finger means that the group of riders should move into a single-file formation.
36. It is important to flash your brake light when:
Explanation
Motorcycle brake lights are more difficult to see than the brake lights of larger vehicles, so flashing your brake light may help other drivers to notice it. You should flash you brake light before slowing down where other drivers may not expect you to slow down, such as in the middle of a block or when approaching an alley.
37. If in a no passing zone:
Explanation
Passing is prohibited in no passing zones. It is also prohibited to pass by riding off of the main-traveled portion of a roadway.
38. It is recommended that a motorcyclist:
Explanation
It is recommended that you change gears prior to entering a turn.
39. If another driver is following you too closely, it is best to:
Explanation
The best way to deal with a tailgater is to get them in front of you. If you can do so safely, change lanes and let them pass. Increasing your speed may only encourage the driver to tailgate you at a higher speed.
40. If a friend has been drinking and wants to ride their motorcycle, you should:
Explanation
Never let someone ride if they have had too much to drink. Do whatever you can to prevent them from riding. It can be helpful to recruit a group of friends to intervene and apply peer pressure to the person.
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