M1 Safe Riding Practices 2

Question 1

What is the safest way to position your motorcycle within a lane when traffic conditions are normal?

Accepted Answer

Ride in the left or right portion of the lane for visibility and space

Answer

Riding in the left or right third of the lane improves your visibility to other drivers and gives you an escape path.

Question 2

Before changing lanes on a motorcycle, in addition to using mirrors and signaling, you should always:

Accepted Answer

Turn your head to check your blind spot

Answer

Mirrors have blind spots, so turning your head to look before changing lanes is essential.

Question 3

What is the recommended minimum following distance behind another vehicle under ideal conditions?

Accepted Answer

2 seconds

Answer

A minimum two-second following distance gives you time to react and stop safely.

Question 4

When riding at night, how should you adjust your following distance and speed?

Accepted Answer

Increase following distance and reduce speed

Answer

Reduced visibility at night means you should slow down and allow more space to react to hazards.

Question 5

What should you do when being passed by another vehicle?

Accepted Answer

Stay in the center portion of your lane and hold your speed

Answer

Holding a steady speed in the center portion of your lane keeps you predictable and avoids wind blast turbulence.

M1 Motorcycle Practice Test