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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Why should bubble shields not be used?

They won't cover your full face

They may distort your vision

Too many things will stick to them

They don't fit right

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

Rim condition

Axle nuts

Cotter pins

Spoke size

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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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Choose a helmet with...?

A dull paint finish

A shiny paint finish

A bright colour

None of these

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

Registration card

Travel documents

Inspection card

Licence card

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

Battery connections are tight

Battery fluid levels are correct

Battery cables are on the correct posts

Terminals are clean

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

Leather

Suede

Anything that is comfortable

Rubber

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Are windshields a substitute for proper eye protection?

Only those from the manufacturer

Yes

Only the tall windshields

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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 it's too busy

Because you don't have a blocking position

Because that's where trucks do all their passing

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

United States of America Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard - 218

Canadian Standards Association Standard

MTO

Snell Memorial Foundation

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How do you know the motorcycle is in neutral?

Roll the motorcycle backward or forward while sitting on it

It will always show you with a light on the dash

None of these

The motorcycle will start

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When you release the throttle it should...?

Remain in the position you left it in

Push forward

None of these

Snap closed

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

Leather

All of these

Denim

Flannel

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

Look ahead

Anticipate

Take corrective action

Plan your route

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

Flash properly

All of these

Are the correct colour

Are all there

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

Be able to move if something hits it

Sit at the back of your head

Be snug

Be slightly loose to allow for air flow

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Should gloves be worn while riding?

Only in cold weather

Yes

Only in wet weather

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

To make yourself big

To make yourself visible

To make yourself heard

All of these

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Clothing should be warm and...?

Thick

Large

Tight

Ventilated

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

It doesn't matter

Slightly to the right of the centre of the lane

Slightly to the left of the centre of the lane

In 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?

Eyeglasses

Goggles

Sunglasses

All of these

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What are the two essential elements of motorcycle safety?

Control and awareness

Balance and smoothness

Awareness and balance

Awareness and smoothness

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

Trim

Reflective material

Padding

Straps

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

Tension

Wear

Fluid levels

Adjustment

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Your clothing should fit...?

Snug

Loose

With flaps for air flow

None of these

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What is referred to as the blocking position?

The centre of the lane

Slightly to the left of the centre of the lane

None of these

Slightly to the right of the centre of the lane

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

Adjust your mirrors before driving

Replace broken mirrors immediately

Replace or repair damaged mirrors immediately

Adjust mirrors to see directly in the lane behind you

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

Proper size

Air pressure

Tread depth

Sidewall condition

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Boots or shoes should be sturdy and...?

High enough to protect your ankles

All of these

Have soft soles

Be very flexible

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