California Motorcycle (Class M) Practice Test #1

Question 1

Helmets are required to be worn by:

Accepted Answer

All motorcycle riders and passengers at all times.

Question 2

Grabbing the front brake or jamming down on the rear brake:

Accepted Answer

Can cause the brakes to lock.

Question 3

Motorcycle passengers should:

Accepted Answer

Sit as far forward as possible without crowding you.

Question 4

Riding in a staggered formation when in a group:

Accepted Answer

Should not be used when entering or exiting a highway.

Question 5

Eye protection:

Accepted Answer

Should give a clear view to either side.

Question 6

The primary cause of single-vehicle motorcycle collisions is:

Accepted Answer

Running wide in a curve and colliding with the roadway or a fixed object.

Question 7

The best lane position for a motorcycle:

Accepted Answer

Can vary depending on road and/or traffic conditions.

Question 8

When riding at night you should:

Accepted Answer

Reduce your speed because visibility is harder at night.

Question 9

The motorcycle engine cut-off switch should be used and the clutch squeezed when:

Accepted Answer

The throttle is stuck and you can't free it.

Question 10

Which class of driver license is required to operate a moped?

Accepted Answer

Class M2

DMV California