Chapter 2-3: Do a pre-vehicle check

The “Do a Pre-Vehicle Check” section of the Ontario motorcycle practice test highlights the importance of inspecting your motorcycle before every ride.

Ontario Motorcycle Test - Chapter 2-3: Do a pre-vehicle check

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Which of the following is the main reason motorcycles and mopeds require more attention and upkeep than cars?

Motorcycles are cheaper than cars

Mopeds have smaller engines

Problems on a motorcycle usually have more severe consequences for the rider

Motorcycles are always driven faster than cars

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What color must the headlight on a motorcycle or moped be?

White

Yellow

Blue

Amber

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What should you look for when inspecting cables on a motorcycle or moped?

Kinks, binding, or broken strands

Whether they are shiny

Their color

The brand name

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When should you adjust your mirrors?

While you are driving, to match traffic

Before you start driving

Only if carrying a passenger

Only if you plan to drive at night

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When should you perform a pre-vehicle check on your motorcycle or moped?

Every time before you drive it

Once a month

Only before long trips

Only when you think something is wrong

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What part of the motorcycle should you check for loose bolts?

The seat

The chassis

The licence plate

The mirrors

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If you don’t know the correct tire pressure, what should you do?

Guess based on how the tire looks

Inflate to the maximum number on the air pump

Use the same pressure as a car tire

Check the owner’s manual or ask the manufacturer

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How should you check the brakes before riding?

Test them only while riding at high speed

Try front and rear brakes one at a time to ensure each will hold the vehicle when fully applied

Only test the rear brake because it is used most

Squeeze both brakes lightly at the same time

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How should motorcycle mirrors be adjusted?

To show only the lane beside you

To see about half the lane behind you and as much of the lane beside you as possible

To show only the lane directly behind you

To show mostly your shoulders

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What type of tire damage can be especially dangerous on a motorcycle?

Small stones in the tread that fall out

Slight discoloration

A blowout

Dust on the sidewall

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What should happen when you release levers, pedals, and switches on your motorcycle or moped?

They should need to be pulled back by hand

They should spring back to their original position

They should move slowly and stick a little

They should stay where you left them

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When must a motorcycle use its headlight and tail light?

Only at night

Only on highways

Only in bad weather

At all times of day and night

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For mopeds, when is it recommended to use the full lighting system?

Only when it is raining

Only at night

Only when riding in the city

At all times to enhance safety

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What is a key limitation of convex mirrors on a motorcycle or moped?

They show a smaller field of view

They only work at night

They are illegal to use

They make other vehicles look farther away than they really are

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How should you check tire pressure on a motorcycle or moped?

By squeezing the tire with your hand

With an air-pressure gauge when the tires are cold

After riding so the tires are warm

By kicking the tire to see if it feels firm

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Is checking mirrors enough before changing lanes on a motorcycle or moped?

Yes, if the mirrors are adjusted properly

Yes, if traffic is light

Yes, during the daytime only

No, you must still look over your shoulder

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What must illuminate the licence plate on a motorcycle or moped?

A red light

A flashing amber light

A white light

A blue light

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Why is proper tire tread important?

It improves fuel economy only

It helps prevent skidding, especially on wet pavement

It is only for appearance

It makes the motorcycle quieter

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What color must the rear or tail light on a motorcycle or moped be?

Amber

Red

Blue

White

20 / 20

On a motorcycle or moped you are unfamiliar with, what is especially important to test before riding?

The horn volume

The paint condition

The seat comfort

The brakes

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This section teaches riders to examine critical components such as tires, brakes, lights, signals, and fluid levels to ensure everything is in proper working order. Checking for leaks, loose parts, or any visible damage is also emphasized. These routine inspections help prevent mechanical failures and enhance road safety. By mastering this section, riders develop good habits that protect both themselves and others. Consistently performing pre-ride checks is essential for safe, confident, and responsible motorcycling in Ontario.