Pennsylvania MOTORCYCLE DMV Practice Test 12

While some people believe that a helmet will limit their vision, this is not the case. Any U.S. Department of Transportation-approved helmet will allow the wearer to see as far as is needed for safe riding.

When approaching a blind intersection that is controlled by a stop line or stop sign, you must first stop where indicated. You may then edge forward and stop again just short of where the cross traffic lane meets your lane. From that position, lean your body forward and look around buildings, parked cars, or bushes to see if anything is approaching. Make sure your front wheel stays out of the crossroad while you are looking.

Braking in a turn is not as easy as braking on a straightaway. It is possible to use both brakes to brake in a turn, but the operator must know the proper technique and exercise great care.

Before every ride, be sure to check your tires' inflation pressure, your tires' treadwear, and the general condition of the sidewalls and tread surface on the tires.

If a hazard requires you to brake and swerve to avoid a collision, you should take the actions separately. Do not brake while swerving because doing so may cause your motorcycle to fall over.

Under normal conditions, the stopping distances for motorcycles is nearly the same as it is for cars. However, slippery pavement makes quick stops especially difficult for motorcycle operators.

In general, a staggered group formation best allows riders to maintain close ranks while also maintaining adequate space cushions around each motorcycle. However, it is better to move into a single-file formation when in turns, in curves, entering a highway, or exiting a highway.

To stop quickly, apply both brakes at the same time.

While riding in a staggered formation is usually best, a group should switch into a single-file formation when turning, taking curves, or entering or exiting a highway.

With few exceptions, the risk of head and neck injuries is reduced by the proper use of an approved helmet. Any approved helmet design will allow you to see as far to each side as is necessary for safe riding.

Wet pavement; roads covered in loose gravel or sand; muddy, snowy, or icy areas; painted lane markings; and metal covers and plates in the road can be slippery surfaces. Motorcyclists should ride with extra caution when riding over slippery surfaces.

If you are in the middle portion of your lane, you will have the greatest room for error if your control is disrupted by a wind blast from a passing vehicle.

The minimum number of drinks remaining in a person's system can be estimated by subtracting the number of hours since their last drink from the total number of drinks consumed. For example: a person who has consumed seven drinks in three hours would have a minimum of four drinks remaining in their system three hours later.

You should shift down through the gears with the clutch as you slow or stop. When braking, always use both brakes.

Allowing a cushion of space around your motorcycle at all times will help ensure that you will have time to react if another driver makes a mistake. You will need the space to maneuver safely.

It is recommended that you change gears prior to entering a turn.

Placing a load too high on a motorcycle will raise the motorcycle's center of gravity and risk upsetting its balance.

Always check your mirror on the appropriate side before changing lanes. You should also turn your head and glance over your shoulder to check your blind spot in the direction of your move.

A properly chosen lane position should provide a number of benefits, including an increased ability to see others and to be seen. It should help you avoid wind blasts, other drivers' blind spots, and surface hazards. Your lane position should discourage other drivers from trying to share your lane and provide you with an escape route, should a hazard arise. Choose a lane position that maximizes your space cushion.

If you must stop quickly while in a turn or curve, the best strategy is to move the motorcycle into an upright position and then brake. Motorcycles may have less traction when leaning in a turn or curve.