Nova Scotia Motorcycle Test 03

The Nova Scotia motorcycle test is more than a mandatory assessment; it’s a commitment to the safety of all road users. Designed to ensure that all motorcycle operators possess the skills and knowledge to handle the unique challenges of two-wheeled travel, the exam reflects the province’s dedication to road safety.

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Nova Scotia Motorcycle Practice Test 03

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Why should you never ride side-by-side in the same lane?

It confuses any driver of a car just ahead of you

All of these

It could limit your ability to manoeuvre in an emergency situation

It blocks the view from riders behind you

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Which statement is FALSE? Sometimes you may see an object in your path too late to steer around it. If this happens, follow these basic rules...?

Stand slightly on the footrests

Hold onto the handlebars loosely

Shift your weight back

Accelerate slightly as the front wheel reaches the object

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Limit the size of your group to how many riders?

8 or 9

4 or 5

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Most motorcycle skids are caused by...?

Inexperience

Braking too hard

Sharp turns

Poor brake maintenance

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Which statement is FALSE? Wobble and weave are unstable reactions of the motorcycle, usually caused by what?

Poor riding decisions

An incorrect loading of the motorcycle

A mechanical problem

An aerodynamic imbalance

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When should you use high-speed highways?

All of these

Only if you can keep up with the flow of traffic

When the city traffic is backed up

When you are late and have to make up time

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As you are driving, why should you alert your passenger of your intentions?

So that there are no surprises

None of these

So they can move the opposite way for balance

So they know where to look

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If the rear wheel skid is caused by over-acceleration, correct it by doing what?

Braking

Quickly closing the throttle

Pulling the clutch lever

Gradually closing the throttle

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Allow first-time passengers to get used to riding by first taking them...?

At slow speeds in light traffic

On a new subdivision without traffic

To an area they can just sit on the motorcycle while it's parked

In regular traffic

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Which statement is FALSE? While riding with a passenger, operate at a slower speed than usual, particularly on...?

Bumps

Highways

Corners

Curves

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Group riding is acceptable but do you have special rights?

Only within city limits

Only if the group is eight or more

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Should you keep a 2 second following distance between bikes while riding in a group?

Only while in traffic

Yes

Only while on dry roads

No, bikes can stop much quicker

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How do you know if the front tire goes flat?

The steering will feel heavy

You can hear it

All of these

The bike becomes extremely bumpy

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Which statement is FALSE? If your throttle sticks, take the following steps...?

If you can't close the throttle, it is best to turn off the engine with the emergency shut-off switch or the ignition key

Leave the clutch lever alone

Steer off the road and stop

Rotate the throttle back and forth several times

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The trick to making a quick turn is to get the motorcycle to...?

Lean quickly in the opposite direction you wish to turn

Lean forward to improve traction

None of these

Lean quickly in the direction you wish to turn

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What should you do as you go over the object?

Decelerate and keep your weight back

Accelerate and lean to the side to compensate for the loss of weight balance

Accelerate more and lean forward over the front forks

Decelerate and move your weight forward

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What is a wobble?

A rapid shaking of the front wheel from side to side

When the front wheel becomes warped

A slow front wheel movement going up and down

None of these

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During a rear wheel skid, you should...?

Steer slightly in the direction of the skid

Pump the brake

Steer in the opposite direction of the skid and pump the brake

Look well ahead and steer that way

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To correct a wobble, which of the following is not a step you should use?

Brake

Ease off the throttle

Pull off the road when possible and stop

Grip the handlebars firmly

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How do you know if the rear tire goes flat?

You can hear it pop

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

The ride will become extremely bouncy

All of these

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While riding in a group, who should set the pace?

The lead rider

The least experienced rider

The last rider

The most experienced rider

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What happens if the passenger tries to remain upright during a turn or curve?

None of these

It slows the bike down

It affects the aerodynamics

They will make the bike unstable

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Which statement is FALSE? If you have a blowout, you should do the following...?

With a front-tire blowout, shift your weight as far back as you can. If the rear tire blows out, stay where you are

Hold on loosely and try to steer straight ahead

Gradually ease off the throttle, letting the motorcycle coast

Wait until the motorcycle is going very slowly, then edge toward the side of the road and coast to a stop

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Is it necessary to change your path when crossing railroad tracks that are at an angle of 90 degrees or less to the highway you are travelling on?

Only in severe weather conditions

Yes

Only when carrying passengers

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While riding in a group, where should inexperienced riders ride?

Beside the leader

Where ever they are comfortable

At the rear

Behind the leader

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Questions In This Quiz

When should you use high-speed highways?
What should you do as you go over the object?
Which statement is false? Sometimes you may see an object in your path too late to steer around it. If this happens, follow these basic rules…?
The trick to making a quick turn is to get the motorcycle to…?
Which statement is false? If your throttle sticks, take the following steps…?
Which statement is false? If you have a blowout, you should do the following…?
How do you know if the rear tire goes flat?
How do you know if the front tire goes flat?
To correct a wobble, which of the following is not a step you should use?
Which statement is false? Wobble and weave are unstable reactions of the motorcycle, usually caused by what?
What is a wobble?
If the rear wheel skid is caused by over-acceleration, correct it by doing what?
During a rear wheel skid, you should…?
Most motorcycle skids are caused by…?
Is it necessary to change your path when crossing railroad tracks that are at an angle of 90 degrees or less to the highway you are travelling on?
While riding in a group, who should set the pace?
Should you keep a 2 second following distance between bikes while riding in a group?
Why should you never ride side-by-side in the same lane?
Limit the size of your group to how many riders?
While riding in a group, where should inexperienced riders ride?
Group riding is acceptable but do you have special rights?
Which statement is false? While riding with a passenger, operate at a slower speed than usual, particularly on…?
What happens if the passenger tries to remain upright during a turn or curve?
Allow first-time passengers to get used to riding by first taking them…?
As you are driving, why should you alert your passenger of your intentions?