Yukon Class 6 Motorcycle Practice Test 2026: Practice test 5

1. Question 1 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.

2. Question 2 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.

3. Question 3 of 25

   At night, what helps you see and be seen?

   • ARiding close to the vehicle ahead to use its lights
   • BUsing a tinted face shield
   • CWearing dark clothing
   • DUsing high beams when there is no oncoming traffic, slowing down and leaving more space
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   Answer: D. Using high beams when there is no oncoming traffic, slowing down and leaving more space

   At night you see less and others see you less. Use your lights well, slow down, keep more space and wear reflective gear.

4. Question 4 of 25

   What part of the motorcycle should a passenger keep their legs away from?

   • AThe rear handholds
   • BThe seat
   • CThe passenger footpegs
   • DThe hot exhaust pipes and muffler
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   Answer: D. The hot exhaust pipes and muffler

   Exhaust parts get very hot and can cause serious burns. Tell your passenger before the ride.

5. Question 5 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.

6. Question 6 of 25

   Item 4 in the diagram shows gloves. What kind of gloves should a rider wear?

   • AThin cotton gloves
   • BFull-fingered gloves made for riding
   • CFingerless gloves
   • DNo gloves, for a better feel of the controls
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   Answer: B. Full-fingered gloves made for riding

   Full-fingered riding gloves protect your hands in a fall and give a better grip. Saskatchewan, for example, requires finger-covering gloves for riders in its graduated program.

7. Question 7 of 25

   How should you use the throttle through a curve?

   • AClose it fully in the middle of the curve
   • BPull in the clutch and coast
   • CKeep it steady or roll it on gently
   • DOpen it fully as you enter
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   Answer: C. Keep it steady or roll it on gently

   A steady or slightly increasing throttle keeps the motorcycle stable through the curve. Closing it suddenly can upset your balance.

8. Question 8 of 25

   Under normal riding conditions, how should you brake?

   • AUse the front and rear brakes at the same time
   • BUse only the rear brake
   • CUse only the front brake
   • DDownshift without braking
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   Answer: A. Use the front and rear brakes at the same time

   Under normal conditions, use both brakes together. This gives the most control and the shortest stop.

9. Question 9 of 25

   At what point should you set your mirrors?

   • AMirrors on motorcycles are not adjustable
   • BWhile riding on the highway
   • COnly after you start to turn
   • DBefore you ride, while sitting on the motorcycle
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   Answer: D. Before you ride, while sitting on the motorcycle

   Adjust your mirrors while seated in your riding position, before you move. Adjusting them while riding takes your attention away from the road.

10. Question 10 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.

11. Question 11 of 25

    Which surfaces are especially slippery for a motorcycle when wet?

    • AClean, dry asphalt
    • BPainted lines, metal covers and steel plates
    • CGrass beside the road
    • DRough concrete
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    Answer: B. Painted lines, metal covers and steel plates

    Paint and metal give much less grip when wet. Try to cross them upright, with no hard braking.

12. Question 12 of 25

    How should you cross railway tracks that run across the road at an angle?

    • AWhile leaning as far as possible
    • BAs close to a right angle to the tracks as you safely can
    • CParallel to the tracks
    • DWhile braking hard
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    Answer: B. As close to a right angle to the tracks as you safely can

    Crossing at a sharp angle can catch your front wheel in the gap beside the rail. Cross as close to straight across as is safe.

13. Question 13 of 25

    How much of a traffic lane does a motorcycle need?

    • AOnly the space beside the curb
    • BThe full lane
    • COnly the right third
    • DHalf the lane
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    Answer: B. The full lane

    A motorcycle needs the whole lane to move away from hazards. Drivers should not share a lane with a motorcycle.

14. Question 14 of 25

    Do Canada’s Criminal Code impaired driving laws apply to people riding motorcycles?

    • ANo, they apply only to car drivers
    • BYes, they apply to anyone operating a motor vehicle
    • COnly at night
    • DOnly on highways
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    Answer: B. Yes, they apply to anyone operating a motor vehicle

    The Criminal Code impaired driving offences cover the operation of a motor vehicle, which includes a motorcycle.

15. Question 15 of 25

    Parked vehicles block your view of an intersection. What should you do?

    • AChoose a lane position that lets you see and be seen, and edge forward slowly
    • BRide in the bike lane
    • CStop beside the parked vehicles and wait for a signal
    • DSpeed up through the intersection
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    Answer: A. Choose a lane position that lets you see and be seen, and edge forward slowly

    Move to where drivers can see you and you can see them. Edge forward until you have a clear view.

16. Question 16 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.

17. Question 17 of 25

    Many motorcycle turn signals do not cancel on their own. What should you do?

    • ATurn the signal off yourself after the turn or lane change
    • BUse hand signals only
    • CLeave it on until you stop
    • DNever use the turn signals
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    Answer: A. Turn the signal off yourself after the turn or lane change

    A signal left on can make a driver think you are about to turn and pull out in front of you.

18. Question 18 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.

19. Question 19 of 25

    Which brake gives the most stopping power on most motorcycles?

    • AThe front brake
    • BThe rear brake
    • CThe engine cut-off switch
    • DBoth give the same stopping power
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    Answer: A. The front brake

    When you brake, weight shifts forward onto the front tire. This gives the front brake most of the stopping power.

20. Question 20 of 25

    How can you tell that a motorcycle helmet meets a recognized safety standard?

    • AIt has a tinted visor
    • BIt is painted a bright colour
    • CIt has a label such as DOT, Snell or ECE
    • DIt was the most expensive in the store
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    Answer: C. It has a label such as DOT, Snell or ECE

    Approved helmets carry a label from a safety standard, such as DOT, Snell or ECE. Colour and price do not show that a helmet is safe.

21. Question 21 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.

22. Question 22 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.

23. Question 23 of 25

    You are taking a cold medicine that warns about drowsiness. What should you do?

    • ARide only on the highway
    • BDo not ride until you know it will not affect you
    • CRide slowly with the hazard lights on
    • DDrink coffee and ride
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    Answer: B. Do not ride until you know it will not affect you

    Some medicines cause drowsiness or slow reactions. Read the label and ask a pharmacist before you ride.

24. Question 24 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.

25. Question 25 of 25

    How do you measure your following distance?

    • ACheck your speedometer
    • BCount the number of car lengths
    • CWatch the other vehicle’s brake lights
    • DWhen the vehicle ahead passes a fixed object, count the seconds until you reach it
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    Answer: D. When the vehicle ahead passes a fixed object, count the seconds until you reach it

    Pick a fixed point such as a sign or post. Count from when the vehicle ahead passes it until you reach it.

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