2026 South Dakota Motorcycle Permit Test 3
The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in South Dakota 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 South Dakota please visit https://staging.dmvwrittentest.cheat-sheets.com/en/south-dakota/motorcycle.
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13. Maintaining an adequate cushion of space while riding allows all of the following, except:
Explanation
Maintaining an adequate space cushion while riding helps ensure that you will have enough time to react and room to maneuver safely if another driver makes a mistake.
14. If you have only one drink before riding:
Explanation
Impairment of riding skills begins with the first drink. If you have consumed alcohol in any amount, it is not safe to ride.
15. What does a traffic signal displaying a solid red arrow mean?
Explanation
A traffic signal displaying a solid red arrow has the same meaning as a red traffic light. Drivers must come to a complete stop and wait for a traffic signal that allows them to turn in their desired direction.
16. If possible, do not ride directly next to another vehicle because:
Explanation
Riding directly alongside another vehicle is dangerous because you may be in the vehicle's blind spot and the driver will not know you are there. Additionally, the vehicle may block your route of escape if any hazards should arise.
17. When buying a motorcycle helmet, you should be most concerned about the helmet's:
Explanation
Protection should be your first consideration when buying a motorcycle helmet.
18. Lanes of traffic moving in the same direction are separated by:
Explanation
White lines are used to separate traffic moving in the same direction. Solid lines indicate that drivers are not permitted to pass, whereas dashed lines indicate that drivers are permitted to pass, if it is safe to do so.
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