Yukon Motorcycle Test 03

Before you can hit the scenic roads of the Yukon, you must first prove your riding mettle. The Yukon Motorcycle Test assesses your readiness to operate a motorcycle safely. It consists of both a knowledge portion and a practical on-road examination.

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What is considered a fresh green light?

A green arrow

An advanced green light

One that has just turned green

All of these

2 / 30

When checking the drive belt or chain, what should you be looking for?

Colour

All of these

Length

Tension

3 / 30

What's the advantage if you have a comfortable posture while riding?

You won't have any back problems as you age

Your riding gear will be evenly worn

All of these

You'll be better able to prevent fatigue and control your motorcycle

4 / 30

Where there is no stop line, no crosswalk and no sidewalk, where should you stop?

Before the curve

Just before you enter the intersection

At the stop sign

Where you can see

5 / 30

Why should you ride with your wrists flat or slightly dropped?

To save the strain on your wrists

To avoid breaking your wrists with sudden movements

All of these

To prevent you from accidentally rolling the throttle on

6 / 30

Motorcycles use roughly how much gasoline that cars with comparable performance use?

25%

50%

33%

75%

7 / 30

When are you allowed to cross into a bicycle lane?

If going around a stopped vehicle

If the white line is broken

If passing a slower moving vehicle

You can't

8 / 30

Which of the following is not a rule when approaching an all-way stop?

The first vehicle to arrive at the intersection and come to a complete stop should go first

The largest of the 2 vehicle should be allowed to go first

If two vehicles are facing each other and have arrived at the intersection at about the same time, the one making a left turn must yield to the one going straight through

If two vehicles arrive at about the same time, the one on the right should go first

9 / 30

What happens when the traffic lights go out or all four lights can start flashing?

All of these

Slow down

Wait for someone to wave you on

Treat the intersection like a four-way stop

10 / 30

When are you allowed to enter an HOV lane?

Only where broken lines indicate a crossing point

When directed to do so

All of these

Whenever there is a significant break in traffic

11 / 30

When checking the throttle, how do you know it is working properly?

It should snap back when you let it go

It should move with ease

The engine revs when it is turned

It should remain in the same position when you let it go

12 / 30

Why should you never drive off a stand?

It would stall the engine

It could dig into the road when you are turning

It could snap off

All of these

13 / 30

Why should you ensure the surface of the road is firm when using the bike stand?

To prevent the stand from sinking

To ensure the stand will engage

All of these

To ensure the stand can release

14 / 30

If two vehicles arrive at the same time at an uncontrolled intersection, who should be given the right of way?

The vehicle to the right

The vehicle to the left

The vehicle turning right

The vehicle going straight

15 / 30

How should you treat an unmarked T-intersection?

The same way as any other uncontrolled intersection

Like a through street

None of these

Always stop before entering

16 / 30

Older motorcycles produce how much more emissions per kilometre than the average new car or light-duty truck?

5 times

13 times

10 times

Up to 15 times

17 / 30

Is it illegal to back up into an intersection or crosswalk?

Only if other vehicles are blocking your way

Yes

Only during a red light

18 / 30

If your motorcycle has a side-stand switch, what does it do?

It will automatically lower the side stand

It will automatically raise the side stand

It extends the stand if the ground is uneven

It automatically shuts off the engine if you put the motorcycle into gear while the side stand is down

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Which of the following are not a requirement of passing?

Keep within the speed limit when passing

Make sure you know whether the pavement markings allow you to pass

Pass on the right only on a roadway that has two or more lanes going in the same direction or if a driver ahead is turning left and use the shoulder to pass if needed

Pass on the left only when it is safe to do so and lane markings permit it. You're not permitted to pass over double yellow solid lines, and it's risky to pass over a single yellow solid line

20 / 30

When should you check your tires for proper inflation?

When the tires are cool

At the end of the day

After a ride

Between rides

21 / 30

Which statement is false? You should always inspect the tires for...?

Dirt

Cuts

Bulges

Damage to the side walls

22 / 30

If you are in the intersection waiting to turn and the light turns yellow, are you legally allowed to complete your turn?

You must back up out of the intersection

You can after sounding your horn

Yes

23 / 30

What is the proper seating position?

Leaning forward to gain better aerodynamics

Being able to look above the handlebars

Far enough forward so that your arms are slightly bent and your back is straight

Back enough to keep your arms straight out

24 / 30

Which statement is false? When checking wire spoke wheels, you should check the following...?

Rusted spokes

Missing spokes

Damaged spokes

Broken spokes

25 / 30

What is referred to as a stale green light?

One that has just changed to yellow

One that has a flashing crosswalk hand at the crosswalk

One that has just changed to green

One that has been green for a long time, and is about to turn yellow

26 / 30

Why should you always keep your knees close to the gas tank?

Reduces strain of your leg muscles

It helps reduce wind displacement

This helps you keep your balance while turning

It's more aerodynamic

27 / 30

Are you allowed to change lanes within a roundabout?

Only to improve visibility

Only to get out quicker

Yes

28 / 30

How often should you check your tire's air pressure?

Once you have noticed wear

Monthly

Daily

Once a week

29 / 30

If another vehicle arrives at the traffic circle at the same time as you do, who should yield?

The most aggressive driver

The driver to the right

The driver opposite

The driver to the left

30 / 30

Where there is an unmarked crosswalk, where should you stop?

Stop where you would if there were a marked crosswalk

Where you can see

At the edge of the road

At the stop sign

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Study Materials and Resources for the Yukon Motorcycle Test

Begin your preparation by studying the Yukon motorcycle handbook. Familiarize yourself with the rules of the road, traffic signs, and the specific laws for motorcyclists. Supplement your reading with additional resources, such as online courses, videos, and workshops, to gain a more comprehensive understanding. Practice tests are also available online to help you assess your knowledge and identify areas that require more attention.