Ontario Motorcycle Test 06

The Ontario M1 practice test is the first step for any aspiring motorcyclist in Ontario. It’s designed to assess your knowledge of the rules and regulations of the road specific to motorcycle riding. Passing this test is vital as it precedes the further stages of obtaining your full M license. This critical exam covers everything from essential vehicle operation to more advanced hazard perception under varied road and weather conditions.

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Ontario Motorcycle Practice Test 06

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An uneven load can cause the motorcycle to do what?

Turn

Slow down unexpectantly

Pull to one side

Gain speed

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Which statement is FALSE? To adjust for the added weight of a passenger, you should do the following...?

Allow a greater following distance and keep more distance between you and vehicles to either side

Begin to slow down earlier than usual when you approach a stop

Ask the passenger to lean back to balance the weight

Drive at a lower speed, particularly on corners, curves and bumps

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While riding in a group, why should you start lane changes early?

None of these

To reach your destination on time

To create a slingshot effect

To let everyone complete the change

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On a long section of snow-covered road, try to drive on...?

Hard-packed snow

Slushy sections

Deep snow

Loose or fresh snow

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The best way for a group of motorcycles or mopeds to drive together is...?

A staggered position

Single file

Side-by-side

Any way they wish

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If either wheel locks while braking, what should you do?

Pump the rear brakes

Release and reapply the front brake as much as often as you can

Look and steer where you want to go

Release the brake momentarily to get the wheel rolling, then re-apply the brakes but not to the point of locking

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Remember that speeds posted on curves apply to...?

Drivers with experience

Good conditions

Drivers of trucks and cars

All of these

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If the fog is too dense to continue, what should you do?

Ride at a very slow speed to allow yourself better visibility

Weave back and forth in your lane to make yourself more visible

Pull completely off the road and try to position your vehicle in a safe parking area

Use your high beam headlight

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Why should you not stop on the traveled portion of the roadway?

You may be hit from behind

You slow down the flow of traffic

Others may think there's a stop sign

Others may think you have mechanical problems and offer to help

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Why should you avoid driving in puddles?

They make your tires extra wet

The wet your brakes more than necessary

All of these

They can hide potholes

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When you want to cross railroad or streetcar tracks that run parallel to your path, cross...?

No less than a 30-degree angle

No less than a 60-degree angle

No less than a 45-degree angle

No less than a 15-degree angle

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If you are going to use pavement markings as a guide to help you ride in the fog, you should use...?

The white broken lane markings

The right edge of the road

Any that you can see

The centre line

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When drivers in a staggered formation want to pass another vehicle on the road, they should...?

Left position all do it before right position

Do it together

Do it one at a time

Do it in pairs

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Which statement is FALSE? You should tell your passenger to...?

Get on the motorcycle and then start the engine

Sit as far forward as possible without crowding you

Hold tightly to your waist or hips

Keep both feet on the footrests at all times, even when the motorcycle is stopped. Lean with the motorcycle

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Why should you never drive directly alongside another motorcycle or moped?

It blocks your view

All of these

It blocks your escape if you have to avoid another vehicle or something in the road

It causes a turbulence

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You should avoid carrying passengers or large loads until...?

You take a training course

You get provincial permission

You are an experienced driver

You should never carry passengers

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Which statement is FALSE? Where should you watch for icy or snow-covered patches?

Sunny spots along the road

Side roads that have not been completely cleared

Bridges

Windswept areas

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Which statement is FALSE? You should drive in a single line...?

When entering or leaving a freeway

In turns

On curves

Never

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When driving in the fog, which lights should you use?

Low beam headlights

Right turn signal

High beam headlights

Hazard lights

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Why should you stay away from the edge of the road when you make sharp turns at intersections or enter or exit freeways?

It causes more wear

There is more turbulence along the sides

Dirt and gravel tend to collect along the sides of the pavement and can cause you to slide

It reduces your visibility

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The front brake supplies about how much of your braking power?

¼ percent

¾ percent

100 percent

½ percent

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Why should you place the load over or in front of the rear axle?

Anything mounted behind the rear wheel can affect how the vehicle turns and brakes

All of these

Loads may fall off

Anything mounted behind the rear wheel can reduce fuel consumption

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Should the motorcycle also have footrests for your passenger?

They can hang their feet back

They can use yours

Yes

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When carrying cargo, why should you not pile loads against a frame on the back of the seat?

It may cause the bike to gain speed unnecessarily

None of these

This will change the centre of gravity and disturb the balance of the motorcycle or moped

The loads may fall off

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If you are travelling in a very large group, what should you do in order to allow faster traffic to pass?

Break into several smaller groups

Cover both lanes

Ride faster

Slow down

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If you are approaching a railway crossing with a stop sign, you must stop unless...?

The train is more than 500 metres away

There is no train approaching

None of these

Otherwise directed by a flagman

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Applying the brakes in the rain, you should...?

Apply the front brake and then the rear brake

Apply both brakes simultaneously

Apply the front brake

Apply the rear brake and then the front brake

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What does ABS stand for?

Applied Braking System

Abrasive Braking System

Anti-lock Braking System

Automatic Braking System

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How does cold weather affect tire air pressure?

It doesn't

It lowers it

It freezes inside the tire

It increases it

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Why should you place inexperienced drivers behind the leader and not at the back?

They can be watched by more experienced drivers

They make less errors

They won't fall behind

The pressure will help to improve their riding

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Driving a motorcycle is an exhilarating experience but comes with great responsibility. The journey to your motorcycle license in Ontario begins with the M1 practice test. Whether you’re a seasoned road warrior or a fresh face in the world of motorcycling, nailing this test is crucial. We will guide you through the essential steps to pass the Ontario M1 practice test and become a knowledgeable and safe motorcycle rider.

Don’t forget why you’re doing this as you hit the books. Motorcycle safety is paramount, and the knowledge you gain here will guide you on the road. Embrace the material with a personal and fellow rider safety mindset. Recognize the consequences and responsibility of operating a motorcycle. Always apply the learning to your riding habits before taking the test.