Minnesota Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 2
20 questions written from the Minnesota Motorcycle and Motorized Bicycle Manual, with an explanation and page citation for every answer.
In a quick stop, a new rider uses only the rear brake. About how much of the motorcycle's total stopping power are they leaving unused?
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In a quick stop, a new rider uses only the rear brake. About how much of the motorcycle's total stopping power are they leaving unused?
- A Less than 20%
- B About one-third
- C 70% or more
- D About 40%
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C. 70% or more
The front brake is more powerful and can provide 70% or more of your total stopping power. Studies show most crash-involved riders underbrake the front tire and overbrake the rear. Use both brakes every time you slow or stop.
Source: Minnesota Motorcycle and Motorized Bicycle Manual, page 22
When should a passenger get on the motorcycle?
- A Before you start the engine, while the motorcycle is in first gear
- B While you roll forward slowly
- C Whenever they are ready, without telling you
- D After the engine is running and in neutral, with your brake on
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D. After the engine is running and in neutral, with your brake on
Tell your passenger to mount only after you have started the engine and shifted to neutral. As they get on, keep both feet on the ground and the front brake applied so the motorcycle stays steady.
Source: Minnesota Motorcycle and Motorized Bicycle Manual, page 45
How often should you do a T-CLOCS pre-ride inspection?
- A Once a month
- B Only before long trips
- C Only after the motorcycle has been stored
- D Before every ride
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D. Before every ride
A T-CLOCS inspection (Tires and wheels, Controls, Lights and electrics, Oil and fluids, Chassis, Stands) should be done before every ride. It takes only a few minutes and finds problems before you are in traffic.
Source: Minnesota Motorcycle and Motorized Bicycle Manual, page 19
After passing the knowledge test and paying the fee, how long is a Minnesota motorcycle instruction permit valid?
- A 30 days
- B One year
- C Six months
- D Two years
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B. One year
When you pass the knowledge test and pay the $29 fee, you get a motorcycle instruction permit valid for one year. That year is meant for practice so you are ready for the skills test.
Source: Minnesota Motorcycle and Motorized Bicycle Manual, page 7