Motorcycle Permit Test: Inspection questions and answers

1. AThrottle
2. BTires and wheels
3. CTurn signals
4. DTools

Answer: B. T-CLOCS: Tires & wheels, Controls, Lights & electrics, Oil & fluids, Chassis, Stands.

1. AStay where you leave it
2. BBe stiff and slow to return
3. CSnap back to fully closed when released
4. DOnly work with the clutch in

Answer: C. The throttle should snap back closed by itself when you let go.

1. AA horn
2. BA windshield
3. CSaddlebags
4. DA passenger backrest

Answer: A. Street-legal minimum: headlight, taillight and brake light, front and rear brakes, turn signals, horn and two mirrors. A windshield, saddlebags and a backrest are optional.

1. ABefore every ride
2. BOnce a week
3. COnly before long trips
4. DOnly after a repair

Answer: A. A pre-ride inspection takes only a few minutes and should be done before every ride to prevent problems.

1. AOnly whether the tires look round and the valve caps are in place
2. BInflation pressure, treadwear and the condition of the sidewalls and tread
3. COnly the air pressure, since the rest is checked at service
4. DThe tire brand, size markings and the date of manufacture

Answer: B. Check tire inflation pressure, treadwear and the general condition of the sidewalls and tread surface.

1. AFeel soft so the brake grabs gradually
2. BMove all the way to the grip before braking begins
3. CFeel firm and hold the motorcycle when fully applied
4. DHold the motorcycle only after being pumped twice

Answer: C. Each brake lever should feel firm and hold the motorcycle when fully applied.

1. ACover it to reduce noise
2. BTest it only once you are in traffic
3. CReplace it with a louder one
4. DTry it and make sure it works

Answer: D. As part of the check of controls, try the horn and make sure it works.

1. AOnly the low beam works
2. BThe headlight stays on when the engine is off
3. CBoth high and low beams work
4. DThe low beam is brighter than the high beam

Answer: C. Test the headlight switch to make sure both high and low beams work.

1. AOnly the lane directly behind you
2. BMainly your own arms and shoulders
3. CThe sky and distant traffic
4. DThe lane behind you and the lane next to you

Answer: D. Adjust each mirror so you can see the lane behind and the lane next to you.

1. AEngine oil and transmission fluid
2. BWindshield washer and tire sealant
3. COnly the fuel level
4. DFork oil and chain lubricant

Answer: A. Check engine oil and transmission fluid levels.

1. ABefore every ride
2. BWeekly
3. CMonthly
4. DOnce a year

Answer: B. Check the brake hydraulic fluid and the coolant level, if equipped, weekly.

1. AThe motorcycle may start but will stall once the fuel in the lines is gone
2. BThe engine will refuse to turn over until the fuel valve is opened
3. CThe motorcycle will run normally but burn fuel less efficiently
4. DThe motorcycle will keep running on its reserve fuel indefinitely

Answer: A. With the fuel valve closed, the motorcycle may start on the fuel left in the lines but will stall once the lines are empty.

1. ATo check the side stand spring
2. BTo find signs of an oil or fuel leak
3. CTo see whether the tires are worn
4. DTo measure ground clearance

Answer: B. Look underneath the motorcycle for signs of an oil or fuel leak.

1. AThat it is too stiff to move
2. BThat it is set to its softest position
3. CThat there is no binding
4. DThat it makes a slight clicking sound

Answer: C. Check the front suspension and ensure there is no binding; the rear shocks and springs should move smoothly.

1. AWhatever feels comfortable
2. BThe weather conditions
3. CThe type of tires fitted
4. DThe manufacturer's specifications

Answer: D. If there is a chain or belt, adjust it according to the manufacturer's specifications and check the sprockets for wear or damage.

1. ALowered slightly to protect the frame
2. BLoose so it can drop when needed
3. CHeld firmly against the frame
4. DFolded only halfway

Answer: C. If equipped, the center stand should be held firmly against the frame whenever the motorcycle is moving.

1. ARight after a long ride
2. BOnly when the tires look flat
3. CWhen the tires are cold
4. DWhen the tires are hot, to be accurate

Answer: C. The checklist says to check air pressure when cold and adjust to load.

1. AWhen seated on the bike
2. BWhile standing next to the bike
3. COnly when the engine is hot
4. DAfter you have started riding

Answer: A. The checklist says to aim the mirrors while seated on the bike.

1. AOnly when the engine is hot
2. BImmediately after a long ride
3. CWhile the engine is running
4. DOnly when the engine is cool

Answer: D. The checklist says to check coolant only when cool.

1. ALubricate belts and chains equally, whether they are hot or cold
2. BLubricate chain side plates when hot, but do not lubricate belts
3. CLubricate chains only when they are cold, and lubricate belts only when hot
4. DLubricate belts on both sides when hot, but never lubricate the chains

Answer: B. The checklist says chain side plates are lubricated when hot, and belts are not lubricated.

1. AThe spoke is in good condition
2. BA bent rim
3. CA worn bearing
4. DA loose spoke

Answer: D. A “ring” means the spoke is OK; a “thud” means a loose spoke.