HI DMV Motorcycle Licensing 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: In Hawaii, may two motorcycles ride side-by-side in the same lane?
- Yes, up to two motorcycles may share a lane (Correct answer)
- No, each motorcycle must occupy its own lane
- Yes, but only on roads with three or more lanes
- Only with permission from both riders
Correct answer: Yes, up to two motorcycles may share a lane
Hawaii law permits two motorcycles to ride abreast (side-by-side) within a single lane, but no more than two.
Question 2: What is 'lane splitting' and what is its legal status in Hawaii?
- Riding between lanes of traffic — it is legal in Hawaii
- Riding between lanes of traffic — it is illegal in Hawaii (Correct answer)
- Riding in bus lanes — it is legal in Hawaii
- Riding on the shoulder — it is permitted in Hawaii
Correct answer: Riding between lanes of traffic — it is illegal in Hawaii
Lane splitting (riding between lanes of slow or stopped traffic) is illegal in Hawaii — motorcycles must stay within a single marked lane.
Question 3: In Hawaii, what is the recommended lane position for a motorcycle to maximize visibility to other drivers?
- Always ride in the right portion of the lane
- Vary your lane position based on traffic conditions — typically the left or center portion (Correct answer)
- Always ride in the center of the lane
- Always ride on the shoulder
Correct answer: Vary your lane position based on traffic conditions — typically the left or center portion
Hawaii motorcycle guidelines recommend varying your lane position based on conditions — often the left third of the lane increases visibility and provides the best view of traffic ahead.
Question 4: In Hawaii, are motorcycle passengers permitted on a motorcycle that is not designed for a passenger?
- Yes, if they hold on tightly
- No, a passenger may only ride if the motorcycle has a proper seat and footrests for the passenger (Correct answer)
- Yes, as long as they wear a helmet
- Only on roads with a speed limit under 35 mph
Correct answer: No, a passenger may only ride if the motorcycle has a proper seat and footrests for the passenger
Hawaii law requires that a passenger may only ride on a motorcycle that is equipped with a proper passenger seat and footrests for them.
Question 5: Which of the following is covered in Hawaii's Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) Basic RiderCourse?
- Only written knowledge
- Hands-on riding skills and safety techniques (Correct answer)
- Vehicle mechanics and maintenance only
- Traffic law theory only
Correct answer: Hands-on riding skills and safety techniques
The MSF Basic RiderCourse offered in Hawaii covers both classroom instruction and hands-on riding exercises to build safe riding skills.
Question 6: In Hawaii, completing the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) course may allow a rider to:
- Skip the written test only
- Waive the on-road skills test for licensing (Correct answer)
- Operate without a helmet temporarily
- Get a discounted registration fee
Correct answer: Waive the on-road skills test for licensing
In Hawaii, successfully completing an approved MSF course may waive the on-road riding skills test required for motorcycle licensure.
HI DMV Motorcycle Licensing 2
In Hawaii, may two motorcycles ride side-by-side in the same lane?