Nova Scotia Motorcycle Test 01

The thrill of the open road beckons to motorcycling enthusiasts, yet with that thrill comes the crucial responsibility of safety. For eager riders in Nova Scotia, the motorcycle test serves as a gateway to a life of exploration and adventure, all underpinned with confidence and safety.

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Nova Scotia Motorcycle Practice Test 01

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Are windshields a substitute for proper eye protection?

Only those from the manufacturer

Yes

Only the tall windshields

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Ideally, the helmet should have what on the back and sides?

Straps

Trim

Reflective material

Padding

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What are the two essential elements of motorcycle safety?

Control and awareness

Awareness and balance

Balance and smoothness

Awareness and smoothness

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Clothing should be warm and...?

Ventilated

Tight

Thick

Large

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Which statement is FALSE? Check both the front and rear brakes for...?

Tension

Wear

Fluid levels

Adjustment

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What is the best protection against natural hazards like insects or debris?

Leather

Flannel

All of these

Denim

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What is the best position in the lane to ride in?

Slightly to the left of the centre of the lane

Slightly to the right of the centre of the lane

In the centre of the lane

It doesn't matter

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Which statement is FALSE? Check the condition of your battery to make sure...?

Battery connections are tight

Battery fluid levels are correct

Battery cables are on the correct posts

Terminals are clean

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How do you know the motorcycle is in neutral?

It will always show you with a light on the dash

Roll the motorcycle backward or forward while sitting on it

The motorcycle will start

None of these

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When checking your mirrors, which of the following is not something you should do?

Replace broken mirrors immediately

Adjust your mirrors before driving

Replace or repair damaged mirrors immediately

Adjust mirrors to see directly in the lane behind you

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Choose a helmet with...?

A dull paint finish

A shiny paint finish

A bright colour

None of these

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Is every motorcycle entitled to the full use of a traffic lane?

Only the right lane

Yes

It depends on the traffic around you

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When you put the helmet on, it should...?

Be slightly loose to allow for air flow

Be snug

Be able to move if something hits it

Sit at the back of your head

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What is referred to as the blocking position?

The centre of the lane

Slightly to the right of the centre of the lane

None of these

Slightly to the left of the centre of the lane

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Your clothing should fit...?

Snug

None of these

With flaps for air flow

Loose

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When riding on a freeway with three or more lanes, why should you avoid the centre lanes?

Because it's too busy

Because that's where trucks do all their passing

All of these

Because you don't have a blocking position

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When checking your wheels, which of the following is not something you should check?

Axle nuts

Cotter pins

Spoke size

Rim condition

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Which statement is FALSE? The best way to avoid trouble is to do the following...?

Take corrective action

Plan your route

Look ahead

Anticipate

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While riding your motorcycle, which of the following is not something you have to carry?

Registration card

Travel documents

Inspection card

Licence card

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Which statement is FALSE? All helmets must meet one of the following standards...?

Snell Memorial Foundation

United States of America Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard - 218

MTO

Canadian Standards Association Standard

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When you release the throttle it should...?

Snap closed

None of these

Push forward

Remain in the position you left it in

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If you do wear gloves, they should be made of what material?

Suede

Rubber

Leather

Anything that is comfortable

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If you do not have a clear face shield on your helmet, what can be used as alternative for good protection?

Goggles

Sunglasses

Eyeglasses

All of these

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Boots or shoes should be sturdy and...?

All of these

Have soft soles

Be very flexible

High enough to protect your ankles

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Should gloves be worn while riding?

Only in wet weather

Only in cold weather

Yes

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Why should bubble shields not be used?

They won't cover your full face

Too many things will stick to them

They may distort your vision

They don't fit right

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When checking your tires, which of the following is not something you should check?

Proper size

Air pressure

Tread depth

Sidewall condition

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An important aspect of operating a motorcycle is...?

To make yourself heard

To make yourself visible

To make yourself big

All of these

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Do vehicles with side mirrors on both sides have blind spots?

Yes

Depending on the size of the vehicle

Only if the mirrors are smaller in size

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You should check all four turn signals to make sure they...?

Flash properly

Are all there

Are the correct colour

All of these

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