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

Licence card

Registration card

Inspection card

Travel documents

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

Plan your route

Anticipate

Look ahead

Take corrective action

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

Tread depth

Air pressure

Proper size

Sidewall condition

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

Trim

Reflective material

Padding

Straps

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

Flannel

Denim

All of these

Leather

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

Flash properly

Are all there

Are the correct colour

All of these

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What is referred to as the blocking position?

Slightly to the right of the centre of the lane

Slightly to the left of the centre of the lane

None of these

The centre of the lane

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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?

Goggles

Sunglasses

All of these

Eyeglasses

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

Be snug

Be slightly loose to allow for air flow

Be able to move if something hits it

Sit at the back of your head

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Boots or shoes should be sturdy and...?

High enough to protect your ankles

Be very flexible

Have soft soles

All of these

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

To make yourself heard

To make yourself visible

All of these

To make yourself big

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

Adjust mirrors to see directly in the lane behind you

Replace or repair damaged mirrors immediately

Adjust your mirrors before driving

Replace broken mirrors immediately

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

Battery cables are on the correct posts

Battery fluid levels are correct

Battery connections are tight

Terminals are clean

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Your clothing should fit...?

With flaps for air flow

None of these

Snug

Loose

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How do you know the motorcycle is in neutral?

None of these

Roll the motorcycle backward or forward while sitting on it

It will always show you with a light on the dash

The motorcycle will start

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Why should bubble shields not be used?

They may distort your vision

They don't fit right

They won't cover your full face

Too many things will stick to them

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Clothing should be warm and...?

Thick

Large

Ventilated

Tight

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

Suede

Leather

Anything that is comfortable

Rubber

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

Fluid levels

Wear

Adjustment

Tension

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

It doesn't matter

Slightly to the left of the centre of the lane

Slightly to the right of the centre of the lane

In the centre of the lane

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Are windshields a substitute for proper eye protection?

Yes

Only the tall windshields

Only those from the manufacturer

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

All of these

Because that's where trucks do all their passing

Because you don't have a blocking position

Because it's too busy

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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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Should gloves be worn while riding?

Yes

Only in wet weather

Only in cold weather

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

Only the right lane

Yes

It depends on the traffic around you

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

Spoke size

Cotter pins

Axle nuts

Rim condition

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Choose a helmet with...?

A dull paint finish

A bright colour

None of these

A shiny paint finish

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When you release the throttle it should...?

Push forward

Remain in the position you left it in

Snap closed

None of these

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

Snell Memorial Foundation

United States of America Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard - 218

MTO

Canadian Standards Association Standard

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