Chapter 2-2: Know your vehicle

The “Know Your Vehicle” section of the Ontario motorcycle practice test focuses on familiarizing riders with their motorcycle’s features and controls.

Ontario Motorcycle Test - Chapter 2-2: Know your vehicle

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What does a manual fuel supply valve (petcock) control?

The flow of gasoline to the engine

The amount of air entering the engine

The flow of oil to the engine

The flow of coolant to the radiator

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What is the purpose of a reserve fuel supply on some fuel tanks?

To store brake fluid

To cool the engine

To provide additional fuel when the main section runs dry

To add extra engine oil

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Where is the rear brake lever usually located on a motorcycle?

On the left handlebar

On the right handlebar

Near the right footrest

Near the left footrest

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What does the tachometer show?

The battery charge level

The amount of oil in the engine

The number of engine revolutions per minute

The total distance traveled

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Where is the clutch lever located?

On the left handlebar

On the right handlebar

Next to the speedometer

Near the right footrest

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On most modern motorcycles and mopeds, when do the headlight and tail light come on?

Automatically when the ignition is on and the engine is running

Only at night

Only when the brakes are applied

Only when the rider turns a separate switch

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What happens when you squeeze the clutch lever toward the handgrip?

The clutch is engaged

The engine is turned off

The brakes are applied

The clutch is disengaged

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What must you do before changing gears?

Disengage the clutch

Apply the rear brake

Use the horn

Turn off the ignition

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What is a key difference of many motorcycle and moped turn signals compared to car signals?

They flash only at night

They are always on when the engine runs

They only work for right turns

They often do not automatically switch off after a turn

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What does the red line on a tachometer indicate?

The recommended cruising rpm

The point where the engine will stall

The minimum idle speed

The maximum rpm that is safe for the engine

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When is the choke normally used?

When turning off the engine

When starting a cold engine

When riding at high speed

When braking hard

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What is the engine kill switch primarily designed for?

To shift gears automatically

To control the headlight beam

To stop the engine quickly in an emergency

To lock the handlebars

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What do you use to control the motorcycle’s direction?

The rear brake lever

The clutch lever

The handlebars

The throttle

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How is the front brake applied?

By pressing with your right foot

By twisting the throttle away from you

By pushing the lever away from the handgrip

By squeezing the lever toward the handgrip

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What does the turn signal indicator light do?

Stays on whenever the ignition is on

Changes color with speed

Comes on only when braking

Flashes when the left or right turn signal is on

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What is the purpose of the ignition switch?

To turn the ignition system on and off

To operate the horn

To open the fuel tank

To control the headlights only

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What happens if the engine kill switch is in the “off” position?

The brakes will lock

The turn signals will not work

The engine will not start

The headlight will not turn on

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How should you use your brakes when slowing or stopping?

Use only the front brake

Use only the rear brake

Use the front and rear brakes together

Use the engine only for braking

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Why must you know the controls well enough to reach them without taking your eyes off the road?

So you can ride faster

So you can pass the written test

So you can adjust the mirrors while stopped at lights

So you can operate all controls by reflex in traffic

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Where is the front brake lever located?

On the left handlebar near the clutch

Near the left footrest

On the right handlebar in front of the throttle

On the frame below the seat

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What is the purpose of a kickstand or centre stand?

To protect the engine in a crash

To assist with braking

To hold the motorcycle or moped upright when it is parked

To improve cornering speed

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What must you always do before driving away after using a stand?

Completely raise your stands

Turn off the choke

Switch the fuel valve to reserve

Turn off your headlight

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Where is the throttle located?

On the right handgrip

Near the right footrest

Next to the fuel supply valve

On the left handgrip

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What should you do with a manual fuel supply valve when the vehicle is not in use?

Turn it off to avoid a fire hazard

Leave it fully open at all times

Turn it to reserve

Set it to “start” position

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Why is it important to become familiar with your specific vehicle’s controls?

Because motorcycles and mopeds are all identical

Because only the pedals change between models

Because the same control may not be in the same place on all vehicles

Because controls are always hidden

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Before using the electric starter, what should you make sure of?

The fuel valve is turned off

The throttle is fully open

The motorcycle is in neutral and the clutch is depressed

The engine kill switch is off

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Why is forgetting to turn off your turn signal dangerous?

It reduces engine performance

It turns off your brake light

It wastes battery power

Other drivers may pull out or turn in front of you

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What is the first step in learning to drive a motorcycle or moped?

Memorize the owner’s manual

Learn traffic signs and signals

Learn where the vehicle’s controls are and what they do

Practice riding in traffic immediately

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What does the neutral indicator light show?

That the transmission is in neutral gear

That the engine is overheating

That the headlight is off

That the fuel tank is full

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Where is the shift lever located?

On the right handlebar

Near the right footrest

Near the left footrest

On the left handlebar

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What must every motorcycle or moped have regarding sound signaling?

A horn that works

A bell and a whistle

A siren for emergencies

A loud exhaust system

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When you gear down or reduce throttle, what is one important limitation?

The motorcycle will speed up

The engine cannot slow the motorcycle

The engine will stall immediately

The brake lights will not turn on

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How is the shift lever operated?

By pulling it with a cable

By pressing a button on the handlebar

By turning it with your hand

By lifting or pressing it with your foot

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What does the speedometer show?

The amount of fuel remaining

The engine temperature

The distance traveled since last refuel

The speed you are driving in kilometres per hour or miles per hour

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How should the throttle behave when you let go of it?

It should lock in place for cruising

It should slowly close over a minute

It should stay where you leave it

It should spring back completely to the idle position

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How do you increase speed using the throttle?

Push the throttle down

Twist the throttle toward you

Twist the throttle away from you

Pull the throttle up

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Why should you apply your brakes even when using engine braking to slow down?

To save fuel

To increase engine temperature

To signal to others that you are slowing down

To reduce wear on the tires

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How do most motorcycle electric starters operate?

You push a starter button on the right handlebar near the throttle

You step on a floor-mounted pedal

You pull a lever on the left handlebar

You turn the key fully clockwise and hold

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What is the purpose of the choke?

To increase braking force

To reduce headlight brightness

To help start a cold engine by adjusting the gasoline–air mixture

To control turn signal timing

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After using the engine kill switch to stop the engine, what must you also do?

Open the fuel supply valve

Turn on the choke

Turn off the ignition switch

Apply the front brake

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This section covers the location and function of essential components such as brakes, throttle, clutch, gears, horn, and lights. Understanding how each part operates is vital for safe riding and quick responses in emergencies. The practice test may include questions about routine checks, such as tire pressure and fluid levels, to ensure your motorcycle is in optimal condition. By mastering this section, new riders build confidence in handling their vehicle and lay the groundwork for safe, responsible riding in Ontario.