Northwest Territories Motorcycle Test 06

The test is divided into sections covering various aspects of motorcycle operation, traffic laws, and safe riding techniques. Each section contains multiple-choice questions, and understanding the structure of the exam can help you allocate time and focus appropriately.

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How do you know if the rear tire suddenly goes flat?

The motorcycle will bounce

The back of the motorcycle will tend to sway from side to side

The rear wheel locks

All of these

2 / 25

Riding with a passenger is not recommended until...?

You are an experienced rider

None of these

You have a strong enough to hold the extra weight

The passenger agrees

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If a dog runs toward your motorcycle from the front or side, reduce your speed and downshift, and then as the dog approaches...?

Swerve

Tap the horn

Accelerate away

Stop

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What should you do after a hard impact with an object?

Accelerate briefly to ensure the wheel is fine

Do a slalom back and forth to ensure the steering is fine

Make quick braking actions to test the front wheel

Pull over and check the tires and rims for damage before proceeding

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Not locking the wheels allows you to...?

Skid

Control the steering

Hydroplane

Take longer to stop

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What should you do to reduce the risk of hydroplaning?

Accelerate

Reduce speed without braking

Brake

Quickly downshift

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What should you do if an animal is near the road?

Change lanes

All of these

Repeatedly tap your horn

Reduce your speed and be prepared to steer around it or stop

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If an obstacle appears suddenly in your path and you may not be able to stop in time, what should you do?

Go over it

Lock all wheels

Accelerate

A controlled swerve

9 / 25

Which statement is false, A passenger is legally permitted on a motorcycle only if...?

The motorcycle must have foot rests

The motorcycle is wide enough

The motorcycle has a seat designed to carry an extra person

The motorcycle must have passenger hand grips

10 / 25

What should you do with your speed when crossing tracks?

Accelerate

Brake firmly and release the brake just as you reach the tracks

Keep it steady

Brake

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Which statement is false? If the rear tire suddenly goes flat, do the following...?

Use both brakes to carefully to come to a gradual stop in a safe place

Hold the hand grips firmly and try to steer straight

When it is safe, move off the travelled portion of the road.

Maintain your position on the motorcycle

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Why should you ensure that your passenger's feet can reach and remain on the foot pegs?

It changes the weight transfer

Hot exhaust pipes and mufflers are a hazard for passengers

All of these

It helps to balance the bike

13 / 25

When crossing tracks, what position should you take?

A 25-degree angle

Straight ahead

A 45-degree angle

A 35-degree angle

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Which statement is false? Your motorcycle may need adjusting to allow for the extra weight of the passenger, including...?

Adjusting the suspension/shock absorbers

Checking the slack in the drive chain

Adjusting the air pressure in the tires

Bigger tires

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How should you have your passenger sit?

Where ever they feel is comfortable

In the middle

As far forward as possible

As far back as possible

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Why should you instruct your passenger to check with you before getting on or off the motorcycle?

All of these

So you do not injure them

So you are prepared for the weight transfer

So you do not drag them behind

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Other than having your passenger holding on to your waist, where else can they hold onto?

The passenger hand grips

The passenger seat

All of these

The back of your jacket

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Which statement is false? Ensure that your passenger has...?

Proper footwear

Adequate protective clothing

Eye protection

Insurance

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Which statement is false? To ride safely when traction is reduced, do the following...?

Reduce your speed before entering a curve, especially a curve with a hazardous road surface

A sudden change in speed or direction can cause a loss of control. When adjusting your speed, shifting gears, turning corners, and braking, do so smoothly

Reduce your speed before getting to a slippery surface to lessen the possibility of losing control or skidding

When using the front brake, firmly and sharply squeeze the brake lever

20 / 25

Which statement is false? If the throttle is stuck, follow these steps...?

Signal and safely move off the road

Squeeze the clutch lever, and use the engine kill switch

Look for a safe place to stop

Shift to neutral and rev the engine

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Which statement is false? If the front tire suddenly goes flat, do the following...?

Shift your weight further ahead on the seat

Do not brake

Hold the hand grips firmly and try to steer straight

Ease off the throttle

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What is threshold braking?

Pumping the brake

Locking the wheels

None of these

Braking to the point just before the wheels lock

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Which statement is false? Some causes of a wobble are...?

Holding onto the hand grips too loosely

Wheels that are not aligned

Bent wheels or rims

Incorrect tire pressure in one or both tires

24 / 25

How would you know if the front tire suddenly goes flat?

The steering will feel loose

The steering will feel heavy or stiff

You won't unless you test the pressure

You've seen a puncture

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Which statement is false? If your motorcycle develops a front wheel wobble, follow these steps...?

Reduce your speed by gradually closing the throttle

Firmly and gradually use your brakes

Signal if you can and safely move off the road

When the motorcycle has slowed enough, use the brakes carefully to stop.

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