BC Motorcycle Test 01

Taking the BC motorcycle practice test is essential in preparing for the BC Motorcycle knowledge test, which is required to obtain a Motorcycle Class 6 licence in British Columbia. By taking advantage of this free online practice test, riders can better understand the rules of the road and the best practices for operating a motorcycle.

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BC Motorcycle Practice Test 01

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How should a helmet feel once you put it on?

Loose below the chin

Loose around the ears

Snug all around the head

None of these

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You can reduce the risk of a crash by becoming a competent rider and...?

Wearing sunglasses

Making good decisions

Never riding in the rain

All of these

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How does the compact size and shape of motorcycles make them to other road users?

A nuisance

Invisible

All of these

Enviable

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Once you get your motorcycle license, how can you keep your riding skills sharp?

Read motorcycle articles

Watch up-to-date videos

Nothing

Ask an experienced rider to watch you ride and suggest how you can improve your techniques

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What should happen before accepting passengers?

Become an experienced rider

Buy additional helmets

Plan the day trip

All of these

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How many motorcycle crashes result in injury or death?

More than half

20%

33%

80%

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When should you stay in an off-street practice site?

Never

Once traffic dies down

Until you're confident in your basic riding skills, such as braking, turning and changing gears

Until it gets dark

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Which statement is FALSE? A smart rider chooses to:

Make good decisions

To ride in a pack of vehicles

Be fit to ride

Take responsibility

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Which statement is FALSE? Riding gear does the following...?

Enhance your comfort

Allows you to blend into the background from other road users

Help protect you from injury

Protect you from the weather

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Which statement is FALSE? Another part of making good choices is to know yourself and understand the things that can influence your riding, including...?

Influences from the media

The time of day you ride

Influences from peers

Pressure from other road users

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Which statement is FALSE? Choose a helmet that meets B.C.'s laws by looking for one with a label that shows it meets the following...?

MTO

Snell M2005

DOT

Snell M2010

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How often are helmets effective in preventing head injuries?

67% of crashes

33% of crashes

58% of crashes

25% of crashes

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A thinking rider always puts what first?

Safety

None of these

Time management

Fuel economy

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Which of the following is not one of the things to consider when purchasing a bike?

Your size and strength

Your skill level

Where you live

Your riding goals

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In May and June, there are approximately how many riders who are injured in B.C. every day?

Four

Seven

Two

One

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What is a good way to help you make the right decisions?

Being able to predict the riding environment

Checking the traffic reports

All of these

Only ride in good weather

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Which statement is FALSE? You need to know and accept the limits of the following...?

The road conditions

The limits of your motorcycle

Your riding skills

Other road users

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How often do helmets prevent fatal injuries?

All the time

58% of the time

12% of the time

29% of the time

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Why should you replace your helmet every few years?

Because your head changes size

Because of natural deterioration

Better aerodynamics

The newer ones look better

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Once you have a learner's license, what is the best way to learn basic riding skills?

Watch what other riders do and then do the same thing

Read as much as you can

Take a professional training course and work with a coach

Watch YouTube videos

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Which statement is FALSE? For the motorcycle knowledge test and vision screening, you need:

A custodial parent or legal guardian if you are under 21

The fee for the knowledge test

The fee for the Class 7L photo license

Primary and secondary identification

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Why should you avoid buying a used helmet?

It may have been in a crash, and the damage may not be obvious

It can't always be adjusted correctly

All of these

It may cost more than a new helmet

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Which statement is FALSE? A motorcycle rider has to balance the bike while doing what?

Watching for hazards

Dealing with traffic

Cleaning their helmet shield

Operating a set of controls

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Is there any exception to a rider or passenger from wearing a motorcycle helmet?

Learners only

Yes

Riders with 20+ years of experience

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For the motorcycle skills test (MST), which of the following will you not need?

A safe, street-legal motorcycle with registration and insurance papers (make sure that the insurance coverage allows you to ride the motorcycle).

Glasses or contact lenses if you need them to ride

Your supervisor

Your Class 4 license

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Which statement is FALSE? Top contributing factors in for at-fault vehicles in motorcycle crashes include...?

Distraction

Impaired driving

Speed

Tired

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On average, how many motorcyclists are killed each year on B.C. roads?

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According to the Motorcycle Safety Foundation, how many motorcycle crashes results in head or neck injuries for the rider?

1 in 3

1 in 5

3 in every 10

Half

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If you can't keep your road test appointment, what should you do?

Pass the test onto someone else

Contact the person going after you to let them know they can go sooner

Notify ICBC ahead of time

Nothing

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For the Class 8 or Class 6 road test, which of the following will you not need?

A motorcycle that is safe and appropriate for the road test, with registration and insurance papers (make sure that the insurance coverage allows you to ride the motorcycle)

Only a primary identification

The fees for the road test and photo license

Your current driver's license

Your score is

By studying confidently and thoroughly, riders can pass the BC Motorcycle knowledge test with flying colors and become fully licensed motorcycle operators. Obtaining a motorcycle license in BC enhances one’s driving skills and allows for increased mobility and enjoyment of the scenic province’s exceptional roadways. So, whether you are an experienced rider or a novice, taking the BC motorcycle practice test is an excellent way to ensure that you are fully prepared to pass the knowledge test and begin your journey as a licensed motorcycle operator.

Understanding the Test Format

Before diving into the intricacies of motorcycle theory, it’s crucial to understand the test’s structure. The ICBC Motorcycle Knowledge Test assesses your grasp of relevant laws and safe riding practices through multiple-choice questions. The duration of the test and the number of questions may vary, but the general format remains consistent.

Breakdown of Question Types

The exam covers various topics, from road signs and signals to traffic laws specific to motorcyclists. Expect to encounter questions that test your theoretical knowledge and your application of that knowledge to various riding scenarios.