Ontario Motorcycle Test 03

In Ontario, brushing up on your two-wheel knowledge is pivotal when hitting the open road as a new rider. The M1 Motorcycle Knowledge Test is your gateway to obtaining a license and riding legally. Here’s what you need to know to rev up your readiness.

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Ontario Motorcycle Practice Test 03

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Learn to look far ahead of where you are driving in the city, such as...?

Look one-half to one full block ahead

Look two blocks ahead

Look 2 seconds ahead

Look 4 seconds ahead

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How often should you check your mirrors?

When traffic is behind you

Every 10 seconds

Every 3 to 4 seconds

Every 5 to 7 seconds

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For a vehicle on your left or an oncoming vehicle with a left-turn signal on, you should...?

Move to the far right

Stay in your current position

None of these

Flash your headlight

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Should you apply both front and rear brakes every time you slow down or stop?

Yes

Only on rough roads

In wet conditions only

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If behind a large vehicle, where should you stop?

Where the driver is still able to see you in the driver-side mirror

2 seconds behind

Directly behind to reduce vacuum

As close to the shoulder as possible to provide an escape route

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Should you balance at a low speed instead of coming to a complete stop?

Only if weather conditions allow for it

Once you gain enough experience

Yes

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When braking hard, keep the motorcycle or moped...?

Moving sideways

As vertical as possible

Leaning backward as much as possible

None of these

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What should you do at a blind intersection after stopping?

Ease forward past obstructions to see if anything is coming

Proceed forward slower than normal to allow other road users a chance to see you

Always turn right to allow you to get up to speed

Never turn left across the path of oncoming traffic

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Why should you check the roadside?

To look for your next turn

All of these

To look for road defects

To watch for vehicles that may leave the curb or enter from side streets or driveways

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How long should you remain in another driver's blind spot?

No more than 5 seconds

As little time as possible

Up to 6 seconds

No longer than 4 seconds

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Why should you look beyond the vehicle in front of you?

To notice the road conditions

All of these

To see the speed limit

For others that are stopping or turning ahead

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Skilled drivers have very few surprises on the road because they...?

All of these

Listen to traffic reports before riding

Follow the lead of other drivers and riders

See and understand possible problems before getting to them

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When you are parked or stopped at the side of the road and want to join traffic, why should you angle your motorcycle across the road?

All of these

To make it easier to leave

To make you more visible

So that you can see in both directions

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Do not look at one place for more than...?

Four seconds

One second

Half a second

Two seconds

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Which statement is false? It is especially important to check your mirrors in the following situations...?

Before accelerating

Before you change lanes

Before you have to slow down or stop suddenly or when you are stopped at an intersection

Before you make a turn

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When you approach an intersection with a vehicle waiting to pull out, why should you move toward the centre of the road?

To improve your visibility

All of these

So that you are in the other driver's line of sight

To give yourself more escape routes

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How do you know another driver can see you when you are passing them?

If you are beside them

If you can see a driver in their mirror, the driver can see you

You can see them in your mirror

If you are ahead of them

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Which statement is false? If your motorcycle or moped has a centre stand, follow these steps to park it...?

Stand beside the right side of the motorcycle or moped and hold onto both handgrips

With your right foot securely placed on the centre stand, push down and back on the stand with your foot while pulling the motorcycle back with your arms

Using your right foot, lower the centre stand until you feel it touch the ground

Balance the vehicle upright and use one hand to grasp the frame under the saddle

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Should you always turn your head and check over your shoulder before you turn or change lanes?

In poor conditions

Only while in traffic

Yes

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Can you make yourself more visible by moving from one side of the lane to the other?

Not really

Yes

Not in traffic

Only on bright days

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When stopped, keep both brakes on and...?

Shift out of first gear

Your right foot on the ground

Turn off the engine

Your left foot on the ground

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Why should you approach intersections slowly?

You won't blend into the background as easily

All of these

The others can spot you easier

You can make a quick stop or a quick turn

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Do you need to signal whenever you change lanes whether someone else is around or not?

Just at night

Yes

In bright conditions such as when there is glare

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Where do most collisions between motorcycles or mopeds and other vehicles happen?

Parking lots

Leaving the curb

Intersections

Highways

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What should you do in a blind curve, where you cannot see all the way around?

Plan your route to travel in a different road

Stay on the inside of the curve

Slow down a lot

Move to the side of the lane where you can see as much as possible of the road ahead

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If your turn signals or brake lights are not working, what should you do?

Use arm signals

Look in the direction you want to go so others will know your intentions

Make it obvious that you're turning and slowing down

None of these

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Why is it dangerous to forget to turn a signal off as it is to forget to turn it on?

All of these

A driver may think that you plan to turn or make a lane change

It is illegal

No one will believe any other time you signal

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Why is it important to communicate with other drivers?

Because it's the law

To show your frustration

To make sure they see you and know what you are doing

All of these

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Do you need to wear brightly coloured clothing and a helmet in the daytime?

Yes

If it's all you have

Only in poor light conditions

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Do you need to use your turn signals even when what you plan to do is obvious?

Only at night

Yes

Only if you feel the other driver is too close

Your score is

First, to take the M1 test, you must be at least 16, pass an eye exam, and demonstrate your knowledge of the road. But before you walk—or should we say, ride—into a DriveTest location, you must book your test slot. Visit the official Ontario website, pick a convenient time, and pay the fee. Once booked, it’s time to study.

Your M1 test evaluates your understanding of:

Traffic flow and road signs
Safe and courteous riding practices
Motorcycle handling

Have no fear; you can find many resources online, including official driver’s handbooks and practice exams. Invest time in your readings and quiz yourself to ensure you’ve got the gears in your head primed for action.