ALBERTA MOTORCYCLE TEST RULES 04

In Alberta, motorcycles are required to follow the same traffic rules as other motor vehicles. However, there are some specific laws that apply only to motorcycles.

Alberta Motorcycle Test 04

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When carrying a passenger you should increase your stopping distance to at least…?

5 seconds

3 seconds

2 seconds

4 seconds

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Riding in staggered formation, what should be the minimum distance between riders 1 and 3?

1 second

2 seconds

4 seconds

3 seconds

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What's the best formation to adopt when riding in a group?

Staggered

Two by two

Line abreast

Line astern

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When accelerating with a sidecar attached you should be cautious of…?

It pulling to the left

A tendency to lift at the front

A tendency to settle towards the back

It pulling to the right

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If you have a trailer, how should the weight be distributed?

High up and slightly back

High up and slightly forward

Low down and slightly forward

Low down and slightly back

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When carrying a passenger, your should expect your steering to be…?

Lighter

Depends on the weight of the passenger

About the same

Heavier

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When passing another vehicle, a riding group should…?

Pass in whatever way seems best at the time

Pass in pairs

Pass in one solid group

Pass one by one

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A riding group should be...?

More than three

An even number

An odd number

None of these matter

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On a four lane highway, where should the leader of a group usually ride?

In the left of the left lane

In the right of the right lane

In the left of the right lane

In the right of the left lane

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What should you do with your tires if carrying a passenger?

Check tire wall/manual for correct pressures

Let a little air out

Leave them as they are

Pump up a little harder

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Your passenger should be as well equipped as possible, but which of these is the only compulsory equipment for them?

Proper riding jacket

Approved motorcycle helmet

Motorcycle boots

Stout gloves

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If a bug or other animal causes your visor to become smeared, what should you do?

Flip up your visor and ride with it open

Keep going until the next gas station or rest stop

Wipe it off with your glove as you go

Pull over and clean up as soon as possible

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In which of these situations should a group switch to riding single file?

Approaching a narrow bridge

Approaching the crest of a hill

All of these

Approaching a sharp curve

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What is it compulsory for your motorcycle to have if you want to carry a passenger?

Passenger handgrips

All of these

Passenger footpegs

A passenger seat

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If you are forced to ride over an object, where should you move your weight?

Towards the front wheel

To the left or right hand side

Towards the rear wheel

To the exact middle of your bike

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If you have to swerve around an obstacle, what should you be doing at the same time with your brakes?

Braking at half pressure

Not touching your brakes if possible

Only using your front brake

Braking as hard as possible

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How should your passenger position themselves on the seat?

Right in the center of the seat

As far forward as possible

It won't make any difference

As far back as possible

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Which of these things should you not do if your front tire blows out?

Apply the brakes

Keep steering straight

Ease off the throttle

Shift your weight back in the saddle

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You should tell your passenger to only dismount…?

If you say it's OK

At low speed

When you've stopped

If you're near a curb

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A person supervising you must have…?

An instructor's qualification

A full car driver's license

A full class 6 operator's licence

Their own motorcycle

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When the group wants to change lanes, who should go first?

The last rider

It doesn't matter

The leader

The middle rider

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Who should be the first rider in a group?

The most experienced

The oldest

The least experienced

The youngest

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You should tell your passenger that when cornering, they should…

Lean in the same direction as you

Lean whichever way makes them feel comfortable

Lean in the opposite direction to you

Stay as upright as possible

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If your throttle sticks, what are the first two things you should do?

Pull in the clutch then brake

Pull in the clutch then hit the engine kill switch

Brake then pull in the clutch

Brake then hit the engine kill switch

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Where should you move your weight if your rear tire blows out?

You should move it towards the gas tank

You should move towards the left or right hand side

You should stay as you are

You should move it towards the rear wheel

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When you have a load on the back of your motorcycle what should you use to secure it?

Any of these

Elastic cords

Rope

Canvas straps

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What is the largest number of motorcycles you should have in a group?

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What rule should you follow when setting the pace?

Go at a pace comfortable for the most experienced rider

Go at a pace comfortable for the least experienced rider

Go at a pace which challenges all riders

Go at a pace comfortable for the average ability of the group

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If your front wheel locks under braking, what should you do?

Release the brake completely

Release the brake then reapply

Stamp harder on your rear brake

Keep on braking

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What's the best place for your passenger to hold on to?

It doesn't matter

The handgrips

Your waist

The edge of the seat

Your score is

Lane splitting, where motorcycles ride between cars in the same lane, is illegal in Alberta. Motorcycles must also have their headlights on at all times, even during the day, for increased visibility. Furthermore, helmet usage is mandatory while operating a motorcycle in Alberta. Motorcyclists must also wear protective gear that covers their arms, legs, and feet. Motorcyclists must obey these laws and regulations to ensure their safety while navigating the roads. The fines for breaking these laws can be steep, and even worse, disregarding these laws can lead to serious injury or loss of life. Overall, motorcyclists need to be aware of the specific traffic rules in Alberta to avoid accidents and ride safely.

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.