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The lane is generally divided into _____ positions:
C. 3 — The lane is typically divided into three positions: left third, center, and right third.
A DOT-approved helmet:
D. Has a thick, sturdy outer shell and energy-absorbing liner — DOT helmets have a sturdy outer shell and an inner liner designed to absorb impact energy, with a DOT certification sticker.
In New Hampshire, does state law require motorcycle riders to wear a helmet?
B. No — New Hampshire has no statewide helmet requirement — New Hampshire is one of only three states — along with Illinois and Iowa — that has no motorcycle helmet law. A helmet is still strongly recommended for safety, but it is not legally required.
Cold weather affects motorcycle riding because:
B. Tires take longer to reach operating temperature, reducing grip; the rider may experience numbness reducing feel — Cold tires are hard and provide reduced grip until they warm up. In cold weather, ride gently for the first few miles. Cold also reduces rider dexterity — thermal gloves and gear help maintain feel and control.
The 'friction zone' is used during slow-speed turns to:
B. Control speed smoothly by partially engaging the clutch, preventing stalling or lurching — The friction zone is the range of clutch lever travel where the clutch is partially engaged. Using it during slow turns lets you control speed precisely without stalling, especially important for U-turns and tight parking lot maneuvers.
The T-CLOCS checklist is used to:
C. Inspect a motorcycle before riding — T-CLOCS covers Tires, Controls, Lights, Oil, Chassis, and Stands — a pre-ride inspection to catch problems before they cause a crash.
If your rear wheel locks during braking on a straight path, you should:
A. Keep it locked until stopped if traveling straight — If the rear locks while traveling straight, you can keep it locked until stopped. Releasing may cause a high-side crash.
You can increase your visibility to cross traffic at intersections by:
D. Covering the front brake, moving within your lane to see into the intersection, and making brief eye contact with drivers — At intersections, change your lane position to improve sightlines, cover the front brake (prepared to stop), and try to make eye contact with drivers who might cross your path. Never assume you have been seen.
Motorcycle riding scenario 12: At intersections, what is the best defense against a left-turning vehicle?
D. Slow, cover the controls, and make yourself visible — Slow, cover the controls, and make yourself visible. The motorcycle operator manual stresses smooth control inputs, visibility, and planning ahead. This response gives the rider time and space to manage the hazard safely.
If your front tire goes flat while riding, you should:
B. Grip the handlebars firmly, ease off throttle, and slow gradually using rear brake — Hold handlebars firmly but don't fight them. Ease off throttle, use engine braking and gentle rear brake. Avoid front brake.
The New Hampshire motorcycle permit test has 40 questions, and you need 80% to pass — at least 32 correct answers. The practice tests on this page use the same format.
80%. You can miss at most 8 of the 40 questions. The readiness dashboard on this page tracks whether you're consistently scoring above that bar.
Yes. Every practice test on this page and everything in the DMVPrep iPhone app is free — no ads, no paywall, no account.
The Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) curriculum and state motorcycle manuals — the same sources the real exams are drawn from. Every question in the DMVPrep app cites its source.
Yes — the DMVPrep app includes all 3,745+ questions in Spanish, and the whole app works in Spanish.