Ohio Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 2

20 questions written from the Ohio Motorcycle Operator Manual (Motorcycle Ohio), with an explanation and page citation for every answer.

Question 1 of 20
Protective gearOhio rule

A 30-year-old rider received an Ohio motorcycle endorsement four months ago. Must this rider wear a helmet?

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  1. A 30-year-old rider received an Ohio motorcycle endorsement four months ago. Must this rider wear a helmet?

    • A No, because the helmet rule ends once you have an endorsement
    • B Yes, because novice riders in their first year must wear one
    • C No, because only riders under 18 must wear a helmet
    • D Yes, but only when riding on interstate highways
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    B. Yes, because novice riders in their first year must wear one

    Ohio requires a DOT-approved helmet for novice riders, meaning the first year after getting a motorcycle license or endorsement, and for riders and passengers under 18. The license shows the date novice status ends.

    Source: Ohio Motorcycle Operator Manual (Motorcycle Ohio), chapter 20

  2. Which control is operated with your left foot?

    • A The clutch lever
    • B The front brake lever
    • C The gearshift lever
    • D The rear brake pedal
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    C. The gearshift lever

    The gearshift lever sits on the left side in front of the left footrest and is worked by the left foot. All brake controls are on the right side, and all shifting controls are on the left.

    Source: Ohio Motorcycle Operator Manual (Motorcycle Ohio), chapter 6

  3. At what blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is a 19-year-old rider in Ohio considered to be operating while impaired (OVI)?

    • A .02% or more
    • B .05% or more
    • C .04% or more
    • D .08% or more
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    A. .02% or more

    In Ohio you are OVI at .02% BAC or more if you are under 21, and at .08% or more if you are 21 or older. Impairment starts with the first drink, so the safest plan is to never mix drinking and riding.

    Source: Ohio Motorcycle Operator Manual (Motorcycle Ohio), chapter 11

  4. How long is an Ohio motorcycle temporary instruction permit (TIPIC) valid?

    • A 60 days from the date of purchase
    • B Six months from the date of purchase
    • C Two years from the date of purchase
    • D One year from the date of purchase
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    D. One year from the date of purchase

    An Ohio motorcycle TIPIC is valid for one year from the date you buy it. If it expires before you get your license or endorsement, you have to start the process over.

    Source: Ohio Motorcycle Operator Manual (Motorcycle Ohio), chapter 3