Vermont Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 1
21 questions written from the Vermont Motorcycle Manual (VN-008), with an explanation and page citation for every answer.
How long is a Vermont Motorcycle Learner Permit valid from the date it is issued?
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How long is a Vermont Motorcycle Learner Permit valid from the date it is issued?
- A 120 days
- B 60 days
- C 90 days
- D One full year
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A. 120 days
A Vermont Motorcycle Learner Permit is valid for 120 days from the date of issue. If you are not ready for the skills test by then, you can renew it by mail or in person.
How often should you do a T-CLOCS pre-ride inspection?
- A Once a week
- B Before long trips only
- C Once a year at inspection
- 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 catches problems before you are in traffic.
Under Vermont law, when may a motorcycle operator carry a passenger?
- A Only if the motorcycle is designed to carry more than one person
- B Any time the passenger wears a DOT-compliant helmet and eye protection
- C Only if the passenger is age 16 or older
- D Any time the passenger can reach the footrests
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A. Only if the motorcycle is designed to carry more than one person
Vermont law says an operator shall not carry another person unless the motorcycle is designed to carry more than one. The passenger must sit on a seat designed for two or on a seat firmly attached at the rear or side.
A rider has seven drinks over three hours. At the end of those three hours, at least how many drinks are still in their system?
- A 0
- B 4
- C 3
- D 7
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B. 4
The body eliminates alcohol at about one drink per hour. Seven drinks over three hours leaves at least four drinks in your system, and you would need at least another four hours before considering riding.