Wisconsin Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 1
21 questions written from the Wisconsin Motorcyclists' Handbook, with an explanation and page citation for every answer.
How long is a Wisconsin Cycle Instruction Permit (CYCI) valid?
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How long is a Wisconsin Cycle Instruction Permit (CYCI) valid?
- A 6 months
- B 12 months
- C 18 months
- D 90 days
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A. 6 months
A Wisconsin Cycle Instruction Permit (CYCI) is valid for 6 months. If you have already held three CYCIs, you must complete, or be enrolled in, a basic rider course before you can get a fourth.
During a quick stop, your front wheel locks. What should you do?
- A Keep the front brake locked until you stop
- B Release the front brake, then reapply it firmly
- C Let go of both brakes and coast to a stop
- D Turn the handlebars to steer out of the skid
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B. Release the front brake, then reapply it firmly
If the front wheel locks during a quick stop, release the front brake immediately, then reapply it firmly while pressing down on the rear brake. This is different from a locked rear wheel on a good traction surface, which the handbook says to keep locked until you stop.
Your motorcycle's steering suddenly feels heavy. What is the most likely cause?
- A The rear tire is going flat
- B The throttle cable is stuck
- C The chain has broken
- D The front tire is going flat
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D. The front tire is going flat
If the front tire goes flat, the steering will feel heavy. A front flat is especially dangerous because it affects steering, which you need to keep your balance. A rear flat makes the back of the motorcycle jerk or sway.
How much of your motorcycle's total stopping power can the front brake provide?
- A Roughly one-third
- B At least three-quarters
- C Half, the same as the rear brake
- D All of it, so the rear brake is rarely needed
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B. At least three-quarters
The front brake is more powerful and can provide at least three-quarters of your total stopping power. It is safe when used properly: squeeze it, never grab it, and use the rear brake at the same time.