Nova Scotia Motorcycle Test 01

The thrill of the open road beckons to motorcycling enthusiasts, yet with that thrill comes the crucial responsibility of safety. For eager riders in Nova Scotia, the motorcycle test serves as a gateway to a life of exploration and adventure, all underpinned with confidence and safety.

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Nova Scotia Motorcycle Practice Test 01

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An important aspect of operating a motorcycle is...?

To make yourself big

All of these

To make yourself visible

To make yourself heard

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Is every motorcycle entitled to the full use of a traffic lane?

It depends on the traffic around you

Yes

Only the right lane

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When checking your mirrors, which of the following is not something you should do?

Replace or repair damaged mirrors immediately

Replace broken mirrors immediately

Adjust mirrors to see directly in the lane behind you

Adjust your mirrors before driving

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Which statement is FALSE? Check both the front and rear brakes for...?

Wear

Adjustment

Tension

Fluid levels

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How do you know the motorcycle is in neutral?

It will always show you with a light on the dash

Roll the motorcycle backward or forward while sitting on it

The motorcycle will start

None of these

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Boots or shoes should be sturdy and...?

Be very flexible

Have soft soles

High enough to protect your ankles

All of these

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Which statement is FALSE? Check the condition of your battery to make sure...?

Terminals are clean

Battery fluid levels are correct

Battery connections are tight

Battery cables are on the correct posts

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When checking your tires, which of the following is not something you should check?

Air pressure

Tread depth

Sidewall condition

Proper size

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What is the best position in the lane to ride in?

In the centre of the lane

It doesn't matter

Slightly to the right of the centre of the lane

Slightly to the left of the centre of the lane

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Should gloves be worn while riding?

Only in cold weather

Yes

Only in wet weather

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If you do not have a clear face shield on your helmet, what can be used as alternative for good protection?

Sunglasses

All of these

Goggles

Eyeglasses

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Which statement is FALSE? All helmets must meet one of the following standards...?

Canadian Standards Association Standard

MTO

United States of America Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard - 218

Snell Memorial Foundation

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What is referred to as the blocking position?

Slightly to the left of the centre of the lane

Slightly to the right of the centre of the lane

The centre of the lane

None of these

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Which statement is FALSE? The best way to avoid trouble is to do the following...?

Take corrective action

Anticipate

Plan your route

Look ahead

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What is the best protection against natural hazards like insects or debris?

All of these

Leather

Denim

Flannel

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While riding your motorcycle, which of the following is not something you have to carry?

Inspection card

Registration card

Licence card

Travel documents

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Choose a helmet with...?

A shiny paint finish

A dull paint finish

None of these

A bright colour

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When you put the helmet on, it should...?

Sit at the back of your head

Be able to move if something hits it

Be snug

Be slightly loose to allow for air flow

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Clothing should be warm and...?

Tight

Ventilated

Thick

Large

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Ideally, the helmet should have what on the back and sides?

Straps

Trim

Padding

Reflective material

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If you do wear gloves, they should be made of what material?

Rubber

Leather

Anything that is comfortable

Suede

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When you release the throttle it should...?

None of these

Remain in the position you left it in

Push forward

Snap closed

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Are windshields a substitute for proper eye protection?

Only the tall windshields

Only those from the manufacturer

Yes

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You should check all four turn signals to make sure they...?

Flash properly

Are the correct colour

Are all there

All of these

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Do vehicles with side mirrors on both sides have blind spots?

Yes

Only if the mirrors are smaller in size

Depending on the size of the vehicle

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Why should bubble shields not be used?

They don't fit right

Too many things will stick to them

They won't cover your full face

They may distort your vision

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What are the two essential elements of motorcycle safety?

Balance and smoothness

Awareness and balance

Awareness and smoothness

Control and awareness

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When riding on a freeway with three or more lanes, why should you avoid the centre lanes?

Because you don't have a blocking position

Because it's too busy

All of these

Because that's where trucks do all their passing

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Your clothing should fit...?

Loose

None of these

With flaps for air flow

Snug

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When checking your wheels, which of the following is not something you should check?

Spoke size

Axle nuts

Cotter pins

Rim condition

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