SK Motorcycle Test 03

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Saskatchewan Motorcycle Practice Test 03

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When approaching an intersection, which lane position should you ride in?

The lane position that will make you the most visible

The left lane position

The right lane position as that will be the closest to the approaching driver

None of these

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What are highway pegs?

Pegs mounted on the front of the motorcycle to allow the rider to stretch their legs

None of these

Longer pegs that stick out from the motorcycle than regular pegs

Pegs mounted behind the footrests to allow for better aerodynamics

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Which statement is FALSE? To handle uneven surfaces, you should...?

Take the uneven surface at more than a 90-degree angle

Slow down to reduce the impact

Keep your motorcycle as upright as possible and avoid turning

Rise slightly on the footrests so that you can absorb the shock with your knees and elbows

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What is lane splitting?

Riding on the line between lanes of traffic

Riding down the centre of the lane

Moving from one lane to the next

None of these

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Are motorcyclists allowed to ride two abreast?

Without traffic around

Yes

Only on highways

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If there is a car ahead at night, how can you use it to your advantage?

It means you won't need to use your headlight

All of these

Its lights can give you a better view of the road ahead than your own light

It can find road defects that you can avoid

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What is the best position to ride in on a gravel road?

Close to the centre of the road at the top of the crowning

The tire tracks

The centre of the lane

Close to the shoulder

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If someone is following you too closely, you should...?

Speed up

Change lanes and let them pass

Wave them to pass

Change lane position

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Oil from other vehicles tends to build up in the centre of the lane, particularly near...?

Intersections where vehicles slow down or stop

The top of hills

All of these

The bottom of hills

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Speed limits posted on curves apply to...?

Expert riders

Larger motorcycles

All of these

Ideal surface conditions

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If you find you are unable to avoid riding on a very slippery surface such as ice or snow, slow down as much as possible before you get to it and...?

Downshift rapidly

Pull the clutch and coast across

Apply the brakes gently

Apply the rear brakes intermittently

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When it is safe to change lanes, you should look, then signal and...?

Slow down

Move

Speed up

Look again

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While riding in the rain, should you test your brakes?

Only if riding without using them for more than 60 minutes

Yes

Only if they have shown a problem

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What's the main problem with highway pegs?

They reduce aerodynamics

They cause a leg cramp

All of these

It takes too long to reach the foot brake in an emergency

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Motorcycle drivers in the MGDL program are prohibited from riding between which hours?

1/2 hour before sunset until the 1/2 hour after sunrise

Midnight to 6 am

6 pm to 6 am

9 pm to midnight

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Does hard-packed snow have less traction than loose snow?

No, they are the same

Loose deep snow is worse

Yes

Hard-packed snow is like pavement

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The smart thing to do while dealing with foggy conditions is...?

Tap your brake occasionally to be seen from behind

Slow down so you can see beyond your stopping distance

Find a safe place to stop and wait for conditions to improve

Keep your high beam headlight on

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Is the front brake more effective on slippery surfaces?

With a smaller bike

Yes

Only at high speed

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Why should you not ride in thunderstorms?

To reduce the risk of being struck my lightening

To improve your traction

To improve your visibility

All of these

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Does wind, cold and rain make you tire quickly?

Yes

Only in extreme conditions

Only when you're tired to start with

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Old, worn pavement is smooth and slippery and these extra-slippery sections are visible if you look for...?

The dips in the pavement

All of these

The shiny areas on the road

The standing water

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Do prescriptions, over the counter and illegal drugs all affect your brain function while driving?

Yes

Only if there is a warning label

Only if combined with alcohol

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What is a sissy bar?

Footpegs

A high bar or frame mounted on the back of the seat

A handlebar extension

A higher-than-normal handlebar

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Which statement is FALSE? Icy or snow-covered patches may be found at...?

Open, wind-swept areas

Shady parts of the roadway

Parking garages

Bridges

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Which statement is FALSE? By staying in the left portion of the lane, you can avoid the problems caused by...?

Drivers getting out of cars

People stepping from between cars

Moving traffic

Doors opening

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Why should you approach an intersection slowly?

If a driver does pull out suddenly, your chances of making a quick stop or a quick turn are better

All of these

It gives you time to decide what to do

You improve your visibility into the intersection

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You should cross railway tracks at...?

45 to 90 degrees

Straight on

30 degrees

15 degrees

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What lowers tire pressure the most?

None of these

Lack of use

Cold weather

Hot weather

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What can you do to get a better view through the curve?

None of these

Slow down

Stand up on the footrests

Move to one side of the lane or the other

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Why is it important to stay away from the edge of the road when you make sharp turns at intersections or enter and leave freeways?

Water tends to pool there

The curves are sharper

Dirt and gravel tend to collect along the sides of the pavement

All of these

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Questions In This Quiz

What is a sissy bar?
What’s the main problem with highway pegs?
What are highway pegs?
Does wind, cold and rain make you tire quickly?
Do prescriptions, over the counter and illegal drugs all affect your brain function while driving?
What lowers tire pressure the most?
Does hard-packed snow have less traction than loose snow?
If you find you are unable to avoid riding on a very slippery surface such as ice or snow, slow down as much as possible before you get to it and…?
Which statement is false? Icy or snow-covered patches may be found at…?
The smart thing to do while dealing with foggy conditions is…?
Why should you not ride in thunderstorms?
While riding in the rain, should you test your brakes?
You should cross railway tracks at…?
Which statement is false? To handle uneven surfaces, you should…?
What is the best position to ride in on a gravel road?
Why is it important to stay away from the edge of the road when you make sharp turns at intersections or enter and leave freeways?
Old, worn pavement is smooth and slippery and these extra-slippery sections are visible if you look for…?
Oil from other vehicles tends to build up in the centre of the lane, particularly near…?
Is the front brake more effective on slippery surfaces?
Speed limits posted on curves apply to…?
If there is a car ahead at night, how can you use it to your advantage?
Motorcycle drivers in the MGDL program are prohibited from riding between which hours?
When approaching an intersection, which lane position should you ride in?
Why should you approach an intersection slowly?
What can you do to get a better view through the curve?
If someone is following you too closely, you should…?
What is lane splitting?
Are motorcyclists allowed to ride two abreast?
When it is safe to change lanes, you should look, then signal and…?
Which statement is false? By staying in the left portion of the lane, you can avoid the problems caused by…?