Tennessee Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 2
20 questions written from the Tennessee Motorcycle Operator Manual, with an explanation and page citation for every answer.
At what blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is an adult rider in Tennessee legally intoxicated?
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Sample questions
At what blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is an adult rider in Tennessee legally intoxicated?
- A 0.10%
- B 0.15%
- C 0.05%
- D 0.08%
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D. 0.08%
In Tennessee, a BAC of .08 is the level of intoxication that is always illegal. Impairment starts well below that, and you can be convicted of DUI at any BAC if you are under the influence.
When should your passenger get on the motorcycle?
- A After you start the engine and shift into neutral
- B After you shift into first and are ready to go
- C Before you start the engine, with the bike on its stand
- D Before you get on, so they can steady the bike
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A. After you start the engine and shift into neutral
Tell your passenger to get on only after you have started the engine and put the transmission in neutral. While they mount, keep both your feet on the ground and the front brake applied so the motorcycle stays steady.
Why should you use the front brake every time you slow or stop?
- A It is the only brake that works on wet roads
- B It is a backup that adds about 30% of stopping power
- C It can supply 70% or more of your stopping power
- D It cannot lock up the way the rear wheel can
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C. It can supply 70% or more of your stopping power
The front brake is more powerful and can provide 70% or more of your total stopping power. Using both brakes on every stop builds the habit you need in an emergency, when stopping fast matters most.
A Tennessee motorcycle learner permit holder may ride a motorcycle with an engine no larger than:
- A 125 cc
- B 1,000 cc
- C 650 cc
- D 500 cc
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C. 650 cc
A motorcycle learner permit limits the rider to a motorcycle with a maximum cylinder size of 650 cubic centimeters. Keeping beginners on lighter, less powerful machines gives them room to build skill before handling bigger bikes.