New Zealand Motorbike Driving Basic Handling Skills Test Questions and Answers

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT one of the four official stages of the New Zealand Basic Handling Skills Test (BHST)?

Accepted Answer

Lane positioning and hazard identification

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Basic turn and stop

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Linking figures of eight

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Increased speed and emergency stop

Question 2

During the 'Increased speed and emergency stop' stage of the BHST, what is the primary action you should take when the examiner signals you to stop?

Accepted Answer

Apply both brakes firmly and progressively, with the front brake doing most of the work.

Answer

Slam on the rear brake only to avoid locking the front wheel.

Answer

Quickly downshift through the gears while braking.

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Swerve slightly before braking to test the suspension.

Question 3

A rider is performing the 'Linking figures of eight' stage. What key skill is the examiner primarily assessing during this manoeuvre?

Accepted Answer

Low-speed balance, coordination, and clutch/throttle control

Answer

High-speed cornering ability

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Ability to signal correctly while turning

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Rapid acceleration out of a turn

Question 4

What is the immediate consequence of successfully passing the Basic Handling Skills Test?

Accepted Answer

You are issued a certificate which allows you to apply for a motorcycle learner licence (Class 6L) and sit the theory test.

Answer

You are issued a full motorcycle licence (Class 6F).

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You can immediately start riding on the road without L plates.

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You are automatically booked for the on-road restricted licence test.

Question 5

During any stage of the BHST, what is a critical error that could result in an immediate fail?

Accepted Answer

Losing control and dropping the motorcycle.

Answer

Forgetting to signal once during the figure of eight.

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Stalling the motorcycle once when moving off.

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Taking slightly too long to complete a manoeuvre.

Question 6

In the context of the BHST, what are 'head checks' most critical for?

Accepted Answer

Observing your blind spots before changing position or moving off.

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Checking your speedometer to maintain the correct speed.

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Looking at the front wheel to ensure correct alignment.

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Making eye contact with the examiner for instructions.