BC Motorcycle Knowledge Practice Test 2026: Practice test 2

1. Question 1 of 25

   Why should you downshift as you slow down?

   • ASo the clutch is not needed
   • BSo you can turn off the engine
   • CSo the brake light comes on
   • DSo you are in a gear that lets you speed up again if you need to
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   Answer: D. So you are in a gear that lets you speed up again if you need to

   Being in the right gear lets you speed up quickly to avoid a hazard. When you stop, be in first gear, ready to move.

2. Question 2 of 25

   When should you leave more than the minimum following distance?

   • AOnly on dry, sunny days
   • BNever; two seconds is always enough
   • COnly when you carry a passenger in town
   • DOn wet or slippery roads, at night and behind large vehicles
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   Answer: D. On wet or slippery roads, at night and behind large vehicles

   You need more time and space when traction is poor, when it is hard to see, and when a large vehicle blocks your view.

3. Question 3 of 25

   Which part of the lane is often slippery near intersections?

   • AThe right wheel track
   • BThe centre strip, where oil and grease drip from vehicles
   • CThe left wheel track
   • DThe lane line
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   Answer: B. The centre strip, where oil and grease drip from vehicles

   Oil and grease collect in the centre of the lane where vehicles stop. It is most slippery when wet.

4. Question 4 of 25

   During your pre-ride check, you twist the throttle and let go. What should happen?

   • AIt should snap back to the closed position by itself
   • BThe brake light should come on
   • CIt should stay where you left it
   • DThe engine should stall
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   Answer: A. It should snap back to the closed position by itself

   A throttle that does not close by itself is dangerous. Have it fixed before you ride.

5. Question 5 of 25

   Marker 3 in the diagram shows where the passenger’s hands go. What should they hold?

   • AThe rider’s shoulders
   • BThe rider’s waist or the passenger handholds
   • CThe fuel tank
   • DNothing; they should balance
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   Answer: B. The rider’s waist or the passenger handholds

   Holding the rider’s waist or the handholds keeps the passenger secure without pulling the rider off balance.

6. Question 6 of 25

   You are riding at speed and want to turn left. Using countersteering, which grip do you press forward?

   • AThe right grip
   • BThe left grip
   • CBoth grips at once
   • DNeither grip; you shift your weight only
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   Answer: B. The left grip

   At speed, press the grip on the side you want to go. Press left to lean and go left.

7. Question 7 of 25

   You are stopped at a red light with traffic coming up behind you. Why stay in first gear and watch your mirrors?

   • ASo your headlight stays on
   • BSo you can move out of the way if a vehicle behind does not stop
   • CSo you can leave before the light turns green
   • DSo the engine does not overheat
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   Answer: B. So you can move out of the way if a vehicle behind does not stop

   Riders are at risk of being hit from behind while stopped. Being in gear lets you move quickly to safety.

8. Question 8 of 25

   Your helmet hits the pavement hard when it falls off your seat. What should you do?

   • AKeep using it if you see no cracks
   • BCover the scratches with paint
   • CReplace it, because it may be damaged inside
   • DUse it only for short trips
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   Answer: C. Replace it, because it may be damaged inside

   A hard impact can damage the protective lining even when the outside looks fine. Replace a helmet after a hard hit.

9. Question 9 of 25

   What should you check on a motorcycle with a chain drive?

   • AThat the chain has the right slack and is lubricated
   • BThat the chain is as tight as possible
   • CThat the chain is dry and clean of oil
   • DNothing; chains never need checking
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   Answer: A. That the chain has the right slack and is lubricated

   A chain that is too loose can come off, and one that is too tight can wear quickly. Follow the owner’s manual for slack and lubrication.

10. Question 10 of 25

    What is the "friction zone"?

    • AThe part of the clutch lever travel where power starts to reach the rear wheel
    • BThe middle of the lane where oil collects
    • CThe space between two motorcycles in a group
    • DThe area where tires touch the road
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    Answer: A. The part of the clutch lever travel where power starts to reach the rear wheel

    As you ease out the clutch, there is a zone where the clutch begins to engage. Using it smoothly lets you start and ride slowly with control.

11. Question 11 of 25

    The front wheel starts to wobble at speed. What should you do?

    • ALet go of the handlebars
    • BBrake hard with the front brake
    • CSpeed up to stop the wobble
    • DGrip the handlebars firmly and close the throttle gradually
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    Answer: D. Grip the handlebars firmly and close the throttle gradually

    Do not fight the wobble or brake hard. Hold on firmly and slow down gradually.

12. Question 12 of 25

    At an intersection, an oncoming car is waiting to turn left across your path. What should you do?

    • AMove to the centre of the lane and look away
    • BSound your horn and keep your speed
    • CSpeed up to get through first
    • DSlow down, cover your brakes and be ready to stop or swerve
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    Answer: D. Slow down, cover your brakes and be ready to stop or swerve

    Assume the driver may not see you. Reduce speed and be ready to react.

13. Question 13 of 25

    Under the Criminal Code, what blood alcohol concentration is a criminal offence?

    • AAny amount at all
    • B80 mg or more of alcohol in 100 mL of blood
    • C50 mg or more in 100 mL of blood
    • D100 mg or more in 100 mL of blood
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    Answer: B. 80 mg or more of alcohol in 100 mL of blood

    It is a criminal offence to have a blood alcohol concentration of 80 mg or more in 100 mL of blood. Many provinces set lower limits, and new riders often must have zero.

14. Question 14 of 25

    A large animal such as a moose is on the road ahead. What is usually safest?

    • ASlow down and be ready to stop
    • BSound the horn and ride toward it
    • CRide onto the shoulder at speed
    • DSpeed up to pass it quickly
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    Answer: A. Slow down and be ready to stop

    Large animals are unpredictable. Slowing down and preparing to stop gives you the best chance to avoid them.

15. Question 15 of 25

    A strong crosswind is pushing you toward the edge of the road. What helps?

    • AStand up on the footrests
    • BRide on the shoulder
    • CSpeed up
    • DSlow down and lean slightly into the wind
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    Answer: D. Slow down and lean slightly into the wind

    Strong wind can push a motorcycle off its line. Slow down and be ready for gusts on open roads, bridges and when passing large vehicles.

16. Question 16 of 25

    Where should you keep your feet while riding?

    • AHanging down near the road
    • BOn the ground at low speeds
    • CResting on the engine guard
    • DFirmly on the footrests, with toes pointing forward
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    Answer: D. Firmly on the footrests, with toes pointing forward

    Keep your feet on the footrests so you are balanced and can reach the shift lever and rear brake. Toes pointing down can catch on the road.

17. Question 17 of 25

    A driver is tailgating you. What should you do?

    • AIncrease the space ahead of you, or change lanes to let them pass
    • BSpeed up as fast as you can
    • CBrake suddenly to warn them
    • DRide on the shoulder
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    Answer: A. Increase the space ahead of you, or change lanes to let them pass

    More space ahead gives you and the tailgater time to stop. If you can, let them go by.

18. Question 18 of 25

    You are following a car. Why is it usually better not to ride directly behind it in the centre of the lane?

    • AThe driver may not see you in the mirror, and the car blocks your view
    • BYou will get there faster
    • CIt is too far from the car
    • DIt uses more fuel
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    Answer: A. The driver may not see you in the mirror, and the car blocks your view

    Riding in the left or right portion of the lane lets the driver ahead see you in a mirror and lets you see past the vehicle.

19. Question 19 of 25

    You see fresh drips under your parked motorcycle. What should you do?

    • AWipe the drips and ignore them
    • BRide it and check again later
    • CAdd more fuel
    • DFind the source before you ride
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    Answer: D. Find the source before you ride

    Leaking oil, brake fluid or coolant can cause a breakdown or a crash. A leak onto a tire is especially dangerous.

20. Question 20 of 25

    On most motorcycles, how do you change gears?

    • AWith a lever in front of your left foot
    • BWith a button on the dash
    • CWith the rear brake pedal
    • DWith a lever on the right handlebar
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    Answer: A. With a lever in front of your left foot

    The gear shift lever is in front of the left footrest. You lift it or press it down with your foot.

21. Question 21 of 25

    Marker 1 in the diagram shows the rider’s head. What should your head do in a turn?

    • ATilt with the motorcycle
    • BTurn to watch the mirrors
    • CStay level, with your eyes in line with the horizon
    • DLook down at the road just ahead
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    Answer: C. Stay level, with your eyes in line with the horizon

    Keeping your head level and your eyes on the horizon helps your balance and lets you judge the turn.

22. Question 22 of 25

    What does an anti-lock braking system (ABS) do?

    • AIt turns on the brake light at night
    • BIt brakes for you automatically
    • CIt makes the stopping distance zero
    • DIt keeps the wheels from locking when you brake hard
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    Answer: D. It keeps the wheels from locking when you brake hard

    ABS stops the wheels from locking so you can keep steering control. You still need space to stop.

23. Question 23 of 25

    To swerve quickly to the right, what do you do?

    • APull both grips toward you
    • BShift your weight back
    • CPress the left handgrip forward
    • DPress the right handgrip forward
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    Answer: D. Press the right handgrip forward

    A swerve is two quick countersteers. Press the grip on the side you want to go, then press the other to straighten.

24. Question 24 of 25

    How do you operate the clutch on most motorcycles?

    • AWith a lever on the left handlebar
    • BWith a pedal under your right foot
    • CWith a lever on the right handlebar
    • DWith a button on the fuel tank
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    Answer: A. With a lever on the left handlebar

    The clutch lever is on the left handlebar. Squeeze it to disconnect the engine from the rear wheel.

25. Question 25 of 25

    When is the best time to slow down for a curve?

    • AIn the middle of the curve
    • BAs you leave the curve
    • CThere is no need to slow for a curve
    • DBefore you enter it, while the motorcycle is upright
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    Answer: D. Before you enter it, while the motorcycle is upright

    Brakes work best when the motorcycle is upright. Slow down before the curve so you can keep a steady throttle through it.

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