New Hampshire Motorcycle Practice Test 3

1.Which alternative path through a curve helps you spot oncoming traffic as early as possible?

Riding along the right edge of the shoulderChanging lanes in the middle of the curveMoving to the center of your lane before the curve and staying there until you exitHugging the center line throughout the curve

2.If you must shift gears while already in a turn, what should you remember?

Always shift up two gears at onceShifting in a turn is never allowedShift as quickly and abruptly as possibleShift smoothly, since an abrupt surge or drop in power to the rear tire can make it skid

3.In the LOOK step of a turn, how should you keep your eyes?

On the center line to your leftDown at the pavement just ahead of the front tireLevel with the horizon, aimed through the turn at your intended pathFixed on your speedometer

4.When following a car, where should you ride so the driver is most likely to notice you?

At the far edge of the lane, visible only in a side mirrorIn the center portion of the lane, so you appear in the middle of the rearview mirrorClose to the car's rear bumperOn the shoulder

5.What penalties can a first-offense impaired-driving conviction bring in New Hampshire?

A warning and a $50 fineA 30-day suspension with no fineCommunity service only, with no loss of licenseA Class B misdemeanor, a fine of at least $500, loss of driving privileges for 9 months to 2 years, and an impaired driver education program

6.Why shouldn't you rely solely on your horn to warn others?

It is quieter than a car hornHorns are illegal in residential areasOther drivers ignore all hornsThe horn only works when stopped

7.If you must ride over an obstacle, at what angle should you approach it?

Parallel to itAt whatever angle keeps your speed upAt about 30 degreesAs close to 90 degrees as possible

8.How does an integrated braking system work?

It applies partial front braking whenever you use the rear brakeIt disables the rear brake above highway speedIt applies full rear braking whenever you use the front brakeIt locks both wheels in an emergency

9.Just before your tire contacts an obstacle you must ride over, what should you do with the throttle?

Blip it on and off rapidlyClose it completelyTwist it to full throttleRoll on slightly to lighten the front end

10.When an engine "locks" or "freezes," what is usually the cause?

It is low on oilThe tires are overinflatedThe fuel valve is openThe headlight was left on