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

Terminals are clean

Battery connections are tight

Battery fluid levels are correct

Battery cables are on the correct posts

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Choose a helmet with...?

None of these

A shiny paint finish

A bright colour

A dull paint finish

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

Reflective material

Padding

Trim

Straps

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Should gloves be worn while riding?

Only in wet weather

Yes

Only in cold weather

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

To make yourself visible

All of these

To make yourself heard

To make yourself big

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Boots or shoes should be sturdy and...?

Have soft soles

Be very flexible

All of these

High enough to protect your ankles

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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?

Sunglasses

Eyeglasses

All of these

Goggles

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

Suede

Rubber

Leather

Anything that is comfortable

11 / 30

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

Inspection card

Licence card

Travel documents

Registration card

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

Plan your route

Take corrective action

Anticipate

Look ahead

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

Sit at the back of your head

Be able to move if something hits it

Be slightly loose to allow for air flow

Be snug

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

Rim condition

Spoke size

Cotter pins

Axle nuts

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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

Replace broken mirrors immediately

Replace or repair damaged mirrors immediately

Adjust your mirrors before driving

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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

In the centre of the lane

Slightly to the right of the centre of the lane

It doesn't matter

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

Are the correct colour

Are all there

All of these

Flash properly

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

Canadian Standards Association Standard

United States of America Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard - 218

MTO

Snell Memorial Foundation

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Are windshields a substitute for proper eye protection?

Yes

Only the tall windshields

Only those from the manufacturer

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

Tread depth

Air pressure

Proper size

Sidewall condition

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What is referred to as the blocking position?

Slightly to the left of the centre of the lane

Slightly to the right of the centre of the lane

The centre of the lane

None of these

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When you release the throttle it should...?

Snap closed

Remain in the position you left it in

Push forward

None of these

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What are the two essential elements of motorcycle safety?

Balance and smoothness

Awareness and balance

Awareness and smoothness

Control and awareness

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

Because that's where trucks do all their passing

Because you don't have a blocking position

Because it's too busy

All of these

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Your clothing should fit...?

Snug

None of these

Loose

With flaps for air flow

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

Tension

Wear

Adjustment

Fluid levels

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

Flannel

Denim

Leather

All of these

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

It depends on the traffic around you

Only the right lane

Yes

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Why should bubble shields not be used?

They don't fit right

They won't cover your full face

They may distort your vision

Too many things will stick to them

30 / 30

Clothing should be warm and...?

Tight

Large

Thick

Ventilated

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