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

Spoke size

Rim condition

Axle nuts

Cotter pins

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Your clothing should fit...?

Loose

With flaps for air flow

None of these

Snug

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Clothing should be warm and...?

Large

Ventilated

Thick

Tight

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

United States of America Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard - 218

Snell Memorial Foundation

MTO

Canadian Standards Association Standard

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

Adjust mirrors to see directly in the lane behind you

Adjust your mirrors before driving

Replace or repair damaged mirrors immediately

Replace broken mirrors immediately

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Choose a helmet with...?

None of these

A bright colour

A shiny paint finish

A dull paint finish

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

It doesn't matter

Slightly to the left of the centre of the lane

In the centre of the lane

Slightly to the right of the centre of the lane

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

Only the right lane

It depends on the traffic around you

Yes

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

Battery cables are on the correct posts

Terminals are clean

Battery connections are tight

Battery fluid levels are correct

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Boots or shoes should be sturdy and...?

Be very flexible

High enough to protect your ankles

Have soft soles

All of these

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

Be able to move if something hits it

Sit at the back of your head

Be snug

Be slightly loose to allow for air flow

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

Travel documents

Registration card

Licence card

Inspection card

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What are the two essential elements of motorcycle safety?

Awareness and smoothness

Balance and smoothness

Awareness and balance

Control and awareness

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

Suede

Anything that is comfortable

Rubber

Leather

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

Are the correct colour

All of these

Flash properly

Are all there

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What is referred to as the blocking position?

The centre of the lane

None of these

Slightly to the right of the centre of the lane

Slightly to the left of the centre of the lane

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

Look ahead

Anticipate

Take corrective action

Plan your route

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

To make yourself heard

All of these

To make yourself big

To make yourself visible

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

Straps

Trim

Padding

Reflective material

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

Flannel

Leather

All of these

Denim

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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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Are windshields a substitute for proper eye protection?

Only the tall windshields

Yes

Only those from the manufacturer

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Should gloves be worn while riding?

Only in wet weather

Only in cold weather

Yes

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

Adjustment

Fluid levels

Tension

Wear

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

All of these

Because that's where trucks do all their passing

Because it's too busy

Because you don't have a blocking position

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

Tread depth

Air pressure

Sidewall condition

Proper size

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Why should bubble shields not be used?

They may distort your vision

Too many things will stick to them

They won't cover your full face

They don't fit right

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When you release the throttle it should...?

Push forward

Remain in the position you left it in

Snap closed

None of these

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How do you know the motorcycle is in neutral?

None of these

The motorcycle will start

It will always show you with a light on the dash

Roll the motorcycle backward or forward while sitting on it

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