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 the tall windshields

Only those from the manufacturer

Yes

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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 fluid levels are correct

Battery cables are on the correct posts

Terminals are clean

Battery connections are tight

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

Because you don't have a blocking position

Because it's too busy

All of these

Because that's where trucks do all their passing

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

Travel documents

Inspection card

Registration card

Licence card

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Boots or shoes should be sturdy and...?

All of these

High enough to protect your ankles

Be very flexible

Have soft soles

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What are the two essential elements of motorcycle safety?

Balance and smoothness

Awareness and balance

Control and awareness

Awareness and smoothness

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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

It doesn't matter

In the centre of the lane

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

Depending on the size of the vehicle

Only if the mirrors are smaller in size

Yes

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Why should bubble shields not be used?

Too many things will stick to them

They may distort your vision

They don't fit right

They won't cover your full face

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

Sidewall condition

Air pressure

Proper size

Tread depth

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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

Eyeglasses

All of these

Sunglasses

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Choose a helmet with...?

A bright colour

None of these

A dull paint finish

A shiny paint finish

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

Anticipate

Look ahead

Take corrective action

Plan your route

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

Be slightly loose to allow for air flow

Be able to move if something hits it

Sit at the back of your head

Be snug

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How do you know the motorcycle is in neutral?

Roll the motorcycle backward or forward while sitting on it

None of these

The motorcycle will start

It will always show you with a light on the dash

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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

MTO

Canadian Standards Association Standard

Snell Memorial Foundation

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Clothing should be warm and...?

Ventilated

Tight

Thick

Large

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Your clothing should fit...?

Loose

With flaps for air flow

Snug

None of these

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

Straps

Padding

Trim

Reflective material

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Should gloves be worn while riding?

Yes

Only in cold weather

Only in wet weather

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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

Adjust mirrors to see directly in the lane behind you

Replace or repair damaged mirrors immediately

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

Fluid levels

Wear

Adjustment

Tension

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

Rubber

Anything that is comfortable

Suede

Leather

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When you release the throttle it should...?

Remain in the position you left it in

Push forward

Snap closed

None of these

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What is referred to as the blocking position?

The centre of the lane

None of these

Slightly to the left of the centre of the lane

Slightly to the right of the centre of the lane

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

All of these

Are all there

Flash properly

Are the correct colour

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

To make yourself big

To make yourself visible

To make yourself heard

All of these

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