2025 West Virginia 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 West Virginia 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 West Virginia please visit https://staging.dmvwrittentest.cheat-sheets.com/en/west-virginia/motorcycle.
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19. Which formation is best for a group of riders entering a curve?
Explanation
A staggered formation is generally the best way for a group to maintain close ranks while also allowing each rider to maintain an adequate cushion of space. A single-file formation is preferable when taking curves, turning, or entering or exiting a highway.
20. If your rear wheel locks while braking, you should:
Explanation
If your rear wheel locks while braking, do not release the brake. Instead, keep it locked until you come to a full stop.
21. When passing parked cars, which part of the lane should you usually use?
Explanation
When passing a row of parked cars, it is often safest to ride in the left portion of your lane. Riding in the left portion will keep you farthest from any opening car doors, people stepping out from between cars, and cars pulling out of parking spaces.
22. Which type of sign is yellow with black lettering or symbols?
Explanation
Warning signs are yellow with black lettering or symbols and provide important information to motorists about upcoming road conditions.
23. Swerving a motorcycle:
Explanation
Swerving is a quick maneuver that requires a lot of traction in order to be safely executed. Making sudden moves, such as swerving, on slippery surfaces should be avoided.
24. A helmeted rider is _______ more likely to survive a crash than a rider not wearing a helmet.
Explanation
No matter the speed, riders who are not wearing helmets are three times more likely to die from head injuries than riders who are wearing helmets at the time of a crash.
25. As weight transfers to the front of your bike while you are braking, you should:
Explanation
While you are braking, gradually increase the amount of pressure applied to the front brake lever as the weight of the bike is transferred forward to the front tire.
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