Ohio Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 1
21 questions written from the Ohio Motorcycle Operator Manual (Motorcycle Ohio), with an explanation and page citation for every answer.
How many questions are on Ohio's motorcycle knowledge test, and what score do you need to pass?
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How many questions are on Ohio's motorcycle knowledge test, and what score do you need to pass?
- A 25 questions, at least 80% correct
- B 40 questions, at least 80% correct
- C 40 questions, at least 75% correct
- D 50 questions, at least 70% correct
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C. 40 questions, at least 75% correct
Ohio's motorcycle knowledge test has 40 multiple-choice questions, and you must answer at least 75% correctly, which is 30 right answers. The questions cover road rules, safe riding, motor vehicle laws and traffic signs.
Source: Ohio Motorcycle Operator Manual (Motorcycle Ohio), chapter 3
Under Ohio law, how must a motorcycle passenger sit?
- A Facing backward to watch traffic behind
- B Facing forward on a firmly attached seat, with one leg on each side
- C Sideways on the rear fender with both legs on one side
- D On the fuel tank in front of the operator
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B. Facing forward on a firmly attached seat, with one leg on each side
Ohio law requires passengers to ride on a firmly attached seat or saddle, facing forward with one leg on each side of the motorcycle. This keeps their weight centered and lets them use the footrests.
Source: Ohio Motorcycle Operator Manual (Motorcycle Ohio), chapter 20
You cannot avoid a large piece of debris in your lane and must ride over it. How should you approach it?
- A At full speed so you clear it faster
- B At a shallow angle so the tire slides across it
- C While braking hard with the front brake
- D As close to a 90-degree angle as possible, rising slightly off the seat
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D. As close to a 90-degree angle as possible, rising slightly off the seat
Slow down, approach at close to 90 degrees, and rise off the seat with knees bent and against the tank. Just before contact, roll on slightly to lighten the front, then roll off as the front tire hits.
Source: Ohio Motorcycle Operator Manual (Motorcycle Ohio), chapter 10
While riding, the steering suddenly feels heavy. Which problem does this most likely signal?
- A A broken clutch cable
- B A flat rear tire
- C A flat front tire
- D A stuck turn signal
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C. A flat front tire
If the front tire goes flat, the steering feels heavy; if the rear is flat, the whole motorcycle weaves. Hold the grips firmly, ease off the throttle, and find a safe place to pull over.
Source: Ohio Motorcycle Operator Manual (Motorcycle Ohio), chapter 15