BC MOTORCYCLE TEST RULES 01

In British Columbia, motorcycles are considered vehicles and are subject to the same traffic rules as cars and trucks.

BC Motorcycle Test 01

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What would you use your tachometer to monitor?

Trip distance

Engine temperature

Engine revs

Battery charge level

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According to the US Department of Transportation, how much more likely are you to be killed in an accident as a motorcyclist than as a car driver?

Sixteen times as likely

Eight times as likely

Twice as likely

Four times as likely

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You’re riding with two friends and they start to reach a speed you’re not comfortable with. What’s your best option?

Back off and catch them up in your own time

Ride at the back and follow their line

Ride between them for protection from other vehicles

Go out front and set the pace yourself

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What will make you safest when faced with a road sign?

Judging what it might say from a distance away

Slowing down to read it carefully

Having studied and memorized all road signs

Braking hard as you approach

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Where will you normally find the gearshift lever on a motorcycle?

By your right foot

Under your left hand

By your left foot

Under your right hand

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Why should you not use a tinted face shield?

Because they don't work well in the dark or rain

Because they make it more difficult for other drivers to see you

Because they intimidate other drivers

Because they can make your face too hot

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If your motorcycle starts fine but soon stalls for no obvious reason, what is the first thing you should check?

If the choke is closed

If the fuel supply valve is open

If the battery is functioning

If you have enough oil

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When you’re approaching a green light, which of these should you not do?

Prepare to brake if the light changes

Speed up to make sure you pass on green

Watch for other traffic reacting to the light

Keep focused on the light

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What is the most important thing you should ensure before pressing the starter?

That the transmission is in neutral

That you are sitting in the saddle

That the bike is pointing the way you intend to go

That the bike is still on its stand

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What’s the best way of making sure you arrive at your destination on time?

Making sure you plan ahead

Having the fastest bike you can afford

Having a good satnav system

Learning how to weave through traffic

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When riding, what percentage of information about your environment do you take in through your eyes?

80%

60%

50%

70%

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What is the best way of protecting your eyes and face while riding?

With a full face helmet and goggles

With an open face helmet and goggles

With a full face helmet and sunglasses

With a full face helmet and built-in face shield

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When starting your motorcycle from cold, what position should your choke/enricher be in?

One third open

Two thirds open

Fully open

Fully closed

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How can you find out whether or not a used helmet has been in a crash?

Feel inside for dents

Closely question the previous owner

There is no way to tell

Examine the paintwork for scratches

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When can you afford not to wear your motorcycle jacket?

On very hot days

Never

When riding slowly

When riding in town

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After passing your skills test, what should you do next?

Find a clear fast road to practice on

Start riding like all other riders

Practice riding in busy streets

Continue practicing on quiet streets

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Which of these should be given priority in your budget for motorcycling?

Training

Insurance

They are all as important as each other

Maintenance

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Which of these is the most common cause of motorcycle crashes in British Colombia?

Wildlife

Unsafe speed

Rider confusion

Alcohol

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Your motorcycle will most likely have convex mirrors to give you a wider field of view. What effect will these mirrors also have?

Things will look larger but closer

Things will look smaller but closer

Things will look larger and farther away

Things will look smaller and farther away

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When is it essential that your passenger should wear a proper helmet and protective gear?

When planning to ride at high speed

When going on a long trip

At all times

When the weather conditions are poor

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Why should you not wear high-heeled boots when riding?

Because they are more slippery

Because they are heavier

Because they can snag on the controls

Because they'll change your position on the seat

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Which of these materials is not suitable for motorcycle clothing?

Leather

Kevlar

Cordura

Denim

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Why is it important to check that air can flow freely through your face shield?

To prevent fogging

To cut down wind resistance

To prevent overheating

To prevent suffocation

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What’s the best way to react if someone starts tailgating and honking at you?

Let them pass when you safely can

Speed up to get away from them

Slow down to force them to slow also

Honk and gesture back

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When buying your motorcycle gear, what should be the priority item, where you should buy the best you can afford?

Helmet

Gloves

Boots

Jacket

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Which of these should not be an essential consideration in choosing which motorcycle to buy?

The weight of the motorcycle

The height of the saddle

Its top speed

What you intend to use it for

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In what percentage of crashes is a helmet effective in preventing head injury?

48%

82%

29%

67%

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What is the most important consideration for the smart rider?

Keeping to a good speed

Having enough acceleration in hand

Knowing when to take risks

Always to think about safety

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What’s the best way to deal with pedestrians and people in wheelchairs wanting to cross the road ahead?

Keep enough speed up to pass them before they impede you

Be ready to warn them not to cross with your horn

Be aware of their presence and ready to slow down

Pick the route you will need to swerve either side of them

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What's the most effective way of making sure other road users can see you?

Wearing fluorescent gloves

Wearing a light-colored helmet

Wearing a reflective belt

Wearing a fluorescent jacket or vest

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However, there are specific rules specifically for motorcycles that riders must adhere to. Helmets and proper protective gear such as jackets, gloves, and boots are mandatory for all motorcycle riders in British Columbia. Lane splitting is not legal in British Columbia, which means motorcycles must stay in their designated lanes and may not pass vehicles in the same lane. Additionally, motorcycles are not allowed to use high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes unless they have a passenger or qualify for a special permit. Motorcycle riders must obey traffic laws and be aware of their surroundings, as motorcycles can be more difficult for other drivers to see on the road. By following these rules, riders can ensure their safety and the safety of others on the road.

This online BC motorcycle practice test, with multiple choice questions, is intended to help you prepare for the ICBC Motorcycle driver’s test required before you can get your Motorcycle operator’s license. This free practice written driving test is a lesson that is essential for getting your ICBC motorcycle license at your local licensing office.