Indiana Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 1
21 questions written from the Motorcycle Operator Manual, 21st Edition (Train Smart. Ride Smart.), with an explanation and page citation for every answer.
To ride a motorcycle on a public road in Indiana, what must you hold?
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To ride a motorcycle on a public road in Indiana, what must you hold?
- A A driver's license with a motorcycle endorsement, or a valid motorcycle learner's permit
- B Any valid driver's license, as long as you wear a DOT-compliant helmet
- C A motorcycle safety course card, even without a driver's license
- D Only a motorcycle registration in your own name
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A. A driver's license with a motorcycle endorsement, or a valid motorcycle learner's permit
Indiana requires either a valid driver's license with a motorcycle endorsement or a valid motorcycle learner's permit to ride on a public roadway. The endorsement shows you have proven both knowledge and riding skill.
Source: Motorcycle Operator Manual, 21st Edition (Train Smart. Ride Smart.), page 4
When should your passenger get on the motorcycle?
- A Before you start the engine, with the side stand down
- B While the motorcycle is rolling slowly
- C After you start the engine and shift into neutral
- D After you shift into first gear
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C. After you start the engine and shift into neutral
Tell your passenger to get on only after the engine is started and the transmission is in neutral. As they mount, keep both feet on the ground and the front brake applied.
Source: Motorcycle Operator Manual, 21st Edition (Train Smart. Ride Smart.), page 39
According to the manual, what causes over half of motorcycle/car crashes?
- A Riders running red lights and stop signs at busy intersections
- B Drivers violating the rider's right-of-way
- C Mechanical failure of the motorcycle
- D Riders following too closely
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B. Drivers violating the rider's right-of-way
Over one-half of motorcycle/car crashes are caused by drivers violating the rider's right-of-way. Cars turning left in front of you and cars pulling out from side streets are the biggest dangers.
Source: Motorcycle Operator Manual, 21st Edition (Train Smart. Ride Smart.), page 24
About how fast does the body eliminate alcohol?
- A About three drinks per hour
- B All of it within 30 minutes
- C Almost one drink per hour
- D About two drinks per hour
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C. Almost one drink per hour
Generally, the body eliminates alcohol at about one drink per hour. Drink faster than that and alcohol builds up in your blood, which is why time is the critical factor.
Source: Motorcycle Operator Manual, 21st Edition (Train Smart. Ride Smart.), page 46