ALBERTA MOTORCYCLE TEST RULES 02

In Alberta, Canada, motorcycles follow the same traffic rules as other vehicles on the road. This includes stopping at red lights and stop signs, obeying speed limits, and using turn signals when changing lanes or making a turn.

Alberta Motorcycle Test 02

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You notice during your inspection that the motorcycle can still be pushed forward with the rear brake on. What should you do?

Only carry on if the front brake is working perfectly

Do not ride the motorcycle until you can have it repaired

Only carry on if there is at least 50% braking effect at the rear wheel

Tailor the speed of your ride accordingly

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What's the minimum you should give your motorcycle after a winter's storage?

A vigourous polish

An oil change

A light dusting

A good wash

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What is the most important thing to check with your throttle?

That it is easy to hold open at full throttle

That it returns to the closed position on its own when you release it

That it opens smoothly for good acceleration

That it can stay open on its own when half open

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Which of these modifications is it permissible to make to your exhaust muffler system?

You can attach a device which allows flame to come from your exhaust

You can attach a device to increase the noise of your exhaust

None of these modifications are permissible

You can widen the exhaust outlet

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When parking your motorcycle at an angle to the curb, what is the furthest distance your rear wheel should be away from the curb?

1 m

30 cm

40 cm

50 cm

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What happens when you pull in the clutch?

The rear wheel starts to brake

The throttle shuts down

The power is disengaged

The engine switches off

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Why should your right wrist be bent slightly below the level of the throttle?

So that you do not accidentally apply too much throttle

To improve your aerodynamic position

So that you can apply the throttle quickly

So that your wrist will be protected in an accident

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Which of these should you do when storing your motorcycle for the winter?

Remove the battery

All of these

Drain the fuel tank

Wrap protection around your tires

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Which of these statements is the only true one about traction?

It's not as important in cornering as the correct speed

You can always get more with different techniques

You will always be able to recover it once it's lost

There is only ever a limited amount available

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What should you do with the throttle went upshifting?

Keep the power around the middle of of the range

Roll right off the power

Roll on extra power

Blip the throttle quickly

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How should you assess your tire pressure?

With your thumb

With a pressure gauge

By bouncing up and down on the seat

By kicking the tire

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How long does the average rider need between perceiving a need to stop and starting to react to that need?

One second

.25 of a second

.75 of a second

.5 of a second

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On a chain driven motorcycle, you should check for lubrication and…?

Mud

Number of links

color

Tension

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What will indicate that a motorcycle is a good size for you?

You can get your left foot flat on the ground with your right foot on the brake

You can get your right foot toe on the ground

You can bend your knees at right angles with your feet on the ground

You can get the balls of both feet on the ground

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When should you use a hand signal to indicate to other drivers?

If your turn signals are not working

All of these

If you suspect they may not be able to see your turn signals

If you want to be particularly emphatic about the manoeuvre you are about to undertake

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Why should you try to feather your brakes when downshifting?

So that the clutch doesn't have to do too much work

So that the drivers behind will see your brake light

So that you are ready to brake harder if necessary

In case you accidentally put in too much power

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What is the first thing you should do before starting your motorcycle?

Open the throttle

Check the anti-theft lock is released

Put up the sidestand

Put it in gear

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As well as operating the brakes, you should also make sure that your brake levers…?

Operate the braking light

Have some lateral play

Make a slight noise

Require a stiff pull to use

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How often should you undertake a complete inspection of your motorcycle?

Once a week

Before every single trip

Once a month

Every morning

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Why is it particularly important to select the correct speed at which to downshift?

The wrong speed might cause a backfire

The wrong speed might stall the engine

The wrong speed might lock up the front wheel

The wrong speed might cause a rear wheel skid

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What is the friction zone?

The area where your knees rub against the saddle

The point at which you can feel the brakes start to bite

The point of contact between your tire and the road

The point at which the clutch re-engages the engine

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When testing the clutch, what should you be looking for?

That it is tough to pull in

That it springs back instantly when released

That it feels nice and loose

That the cable moves freely and feels tight

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For normal braking, what is the best way to apply your brakes?

Rear then front

Both together

Front only

Front then rear

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If you find a fault with your motorcycle brakes you can't fix, what should you do?

Ride it to a garage

Any of these

Call out a mechanic

Make a note to have it fixed as soon as possible

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Where is the best place to begin practising riding?

A road with a low speed limit

A quiet suburban road

A traffic free area

A quiet country road

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When checking your oil, what color should it be?

Red

Yellow

White

Black

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When is it safe to run through more than one gear at a time when shifting?

When upshifting

When downshifting

When upshifting or downshifting

Neither upshifting nor downshifting

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If your tires have worn unevenly, what might be causing this?

Excessive acceleration

Incorrect wheel alignment

Bad cornering style

Poor roads

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When riding an unfamiliar motorcycle, what precautions should you take?

Take a quick ride round a parking lot to get used to it

Find a quiet piece of road to start on

Practice gear changing and braking before starting the engine

Only ride at low speed at first

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On a normal manual motorcycle, what will you use to change gear?

Left hand

Right hand

Left foot

Right foot

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However, there are a few specific rules that apply only to motorcycles. For example, it is legal for motorcycles to ride between two traffic lanes in certain circumstances, also known as lane splitting. Additionally, all riders and passengers are legally required to wear helmets while on a motorcycle in Alberta. Riding a motorcycle requires more skill and awareness than driving a car, so motorcyclists need to remain alert and focused while on the road. By following traffic rules and being aware of their surroundings, motorcyclists can help ensure a safe and enjoyable riding experience.

This online Alberta motorcycle practice test, with multiple choice questions, is intended to help you prepare for the AB Motorcycle driver’s test required before you can get your Motorcycle operator’s license. This free practice written driving test is a lesson that is essential for getting your Alberta motorcycle license at your local licensing office.