Washington Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 3

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

Question 1 of 20
Basic vehicle control

You are riding at 30 mph and want to turn left. How do you start the lean using countersteering?

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Sample questions

  1. You are riding at 30 mph and want to turn left. How do you start the lean using countersteering?

    • A Press forward on the right handgrip
    • B Turn the handlebars to the left like a bicycle at walking pace
    • C Press forward on the left handgrip
    • D Shift your weight to the right footpeg
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    C. Press forward on the left handgrip

    To countersteer, press on the grip in the direction you want to turn: press left, lean left, go left. A motorcycle must lean to turn above walking pace, and a press on the grip is what starts that lean.

    Source: Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual, page 29

  2. In Washington, at what blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is an adult rider considered intoxicated?

    • A 0.08% or above
    • B 0.10% or higher
    • C 0.02% or above
    • D 0.05% or above
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    A. 0.08% or above

    In Washington an adult with a BAC of 0.08% or above is considered intoxicated. Impairment starts with the first drink, though, and officers can still judge you impaired below that level.

    Source: Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual, page 67

  3. What is the minimum age for a passenger on a motorcycle in Washington?

    • A 3 years old
    • B 5 years old
    • C 12 years old
    • D 8 years old
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    B. 5 years old

    Any passenger on a two- or three-wheeled motorcycle in Washington must be at least five years old. The passenger also needs a passenger seat and footboards or pegs, and must wear a DOT-compliant helmet.

    Source: Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual, page 37

  4. When does Washington law let you ride without separate eye protection?

    • A When you are wearing ordinary sunglasses
    • B When your motorcycle is equipped with a windshield
    • C When riding below 35 mph
    • D When riding during daylight hours
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    B. When your motorcycle is equipped with a windshield

    Washington requires eye protection on public roads unless the motorcycle has a windshield. Even then, a shatter-resistant face shield gives the best protection, because windshields and glasses may not stop debris.

    Source: Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual, page 18