Michigan Motorcycle Practice Test 6

11.Why does the manual want a three-wheeled vehicle left parallel to the curb?

It keeps the rear tire off the pavementIt stops rain from collecting in the seatIt shortens the machine's overall lengthIt makes pulling out of the space and rejoining traffic easier

12.What makes a purpose-built motorcycle rain suit better than ordinary rain gear?

It removes any need for a jacket underneath in cold weatherIt stands in for eye protection during a downpourIt resists tearing or ballooning out at riding speedsIt doubles as body armor in a crash

13.Every time you slow or stop, which brakes should you use?

Only the front brakeBoth the front and rear brakesOnly the rear brakeNeither — just downshift

14.Riding over rain grooves or a bridge grating that makes the bike weave calls for what?

Braking hardCrossing at a sharp angleFighting the handlebarsHolding a steady speed and riding straight across

15.Once you are past the object you swerved around, how do you get back onto your original line?

Press the other handgripGrab the front brake hardStand up on the footrestsShut the throttle and coast until the bike drifts back

16.A rider traveling faster than 35 mph without a windshield must wear what?

Nothing extra is requiredA half helmetGoggles, eyeglasses, or a shatter-resistant transparent face shieldA tinted visor only

17.Once you have spotted a hazard, what does the evaluate step of SEE ask you to do?

Ask what if, and judge quickly whether it can reach youClose your following distance to get past it soonerAssume it will clear on its ownSound the horn and hold your speed

18.A good way to deal with a tailgater is to do what?

Speed up to lose themChange lanes and let them pass, or slow and open extra space aheadBrake hard to warn themIgnore them entirely

19.Fluorescent yellow-green signs are used to flag what kind of caution?

Freeway exits and interchangesRest stops and fuelFarm equipment on the shoulderSchools, people walking, or people on bicycles

20.Which vehicle fits Michigan's definition of a moped?

A motorcycle over 600 ccAn enclosed vehicle with a steering wheelA two- or three-wheeler with a motor of 100 cc or less, a 30 mph top speed on level ground, and no gear shiftingAny three-wheel motorcycle