Oregon Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 3
20 questions written from the Oregon Motorcycle & Moped Manual, with an explanation and page citation for every answer.
Who must wear a motorcycle helmet under Oregon law?
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Who must wear a motorcycle helmet under Oregon law?
- A Only riders under age 21 and anyone riding on an instruction permit
- B Every operator and passenger on a motorcycle, moped or unenclosed autocycle
- C Only riders who do not carry proof of insurance
- D Only operators; passengers may choose
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B. Every operator and passenger on a motorcycle, moped or unenclosed autocycle
Oregon has a universal helmet law: everyone riding a motorcycle, moped or unenclosed autocycle, as operator or passenger, must wear a helmet. A DOT-compliant helmet reduces the chance of severe or fatal head injury at any speed.
Where is the clutch lever on a typical motorcycle?
- A In front of the right handgrip
- B Beside the left footrest
- C In front of the left handgrip
- D In front of the right footrest
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C. In front of the left handgrip
The clutch lever sits in front of the left handgrip. Squeezing it disconnects engine power from the rear wheel. The right hand works the throttle and front brake, the left foot shifts gears and the right foot works the rear brake.
What is the most common cause of collisions between motorcycles and other vehicles?
- A Motorcycles rear-ending cars on highways
- B Drivers entering the rider's right of way at intersections
- C Riders losing control on gravel in curves and on highway ramps
- D Drivers backing out of driveways
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B. Drivers entering the rider's right of way at intersections
The greatest potential for multi-vehicle collisions is at intersections, and drivers entering your right of way is the most common cause. Cars turning left in front of you are the biggest danger, so slow, cover your brakes and be ready.
Your front wheel locks during a hard stop. What should you do?
- A Keep holding the front brake until you stop
- B Release the front brake at once, then reapply it smoothly
- C Release both brakes and coast to a stop
- D Add more rear brake pressure to help straighten the motorcycle
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B. Release the front brake at once, then reapply it smoothly
A locked front wheel means immediate loss of steering and balance. Release the front brake right away to get the wheel rolling, then reapply it smoothly with increasing pressure. Failing to release it will result in a crash.