Quebec Motorcycle Knowledge Practice Test 2026: Oefenexamen 2

1. Vraag 1 van 25

   Look at the staggered formation in the diagram. In which part of the lane does the leader (rider 1) ride?

   • AIn the right part of the lane
   • BIn the left part of the lane
   • COn the shoulder
   • DIn the centre of the lane
   Toon antwoord

   Antwoord: B. In the left part of the lane

   The leader rides in the left part of the lane. The next rider takes the right part, and the pattern repeats.

2. Vraag 2 van 25

   During your pre-ride check, how should you test the brake light?

   • AThere is no need to test it if the headlight works
   • BCheck it only with the rear pedal
   • CCheck that it flashes with the turn signals
   • DCheck that it comes on with the front lever and with the rear pedal
   Toon antwoord

   Antwoord: D. Check that it comes on with the front lever and with the rear pedal

   Each brake control should turn on the brake light. Drivers behind need to see that you are slowing.

3. Vraag 3 van 25

   Why should you check the side stand before you ride?

   • AIt holds your helmet while riding
   • BIt is needed to start the engine
   • CIf it does not stay up, it can dig into the road in a left lean
   • DIt helps you brake
   Toon antwoord

   Antwoord: C. If it does not stay up, it can dig into the road in a left lean

   A side stand that drops while you ride can catch on the road surface in a turn and cause a crash. Make sure the spring holds it up.

4. Vraag 4 van 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
   Toon antwoord

   Antwoord: 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.

5. Vraag 5 van 25

   Why start a curve near the outside of your lane, as in the diagram?

   • ATo see farther through the curve
   • BTo make the curve sharper
   • CTo stay in the oil strip
   • DTo get closer to oncoming traffic
   Toon antwoord

   Antwoord: A. To see farther through the curve

   Starting on the outside lets you see farther around the curve. Never cross into the oncoming lane.

6. Vraag 6 van 25

   On most motorcycles, how is the rear brake applied?

   • ABy rolling off the throttle
   • BWith a pedal under your right foot
   • CWith a lever on the left handlebar
   • DWith a pedal under your left foot
   Toon antwoord

   Antwoord: B. With a pedal under your right foot

   Most motorcycles use a right foot pedal for the rear brake. Some motorcycles and scooters use hand levers instead.

7. Vraag 7 van 25

   You cannot avoid a small object in the road. How should you ride over it?

   • ALean hard to one side as you hit it
   • BClose your eyes and keep your feet down
   • CKeep upright, rise slightly off the seat and hold the grips firmly
   • DBrake hard at the moment you hit it
   Toon antwoord

   Antwoord: C. Keep upright, rise slightly off the seat and hold the grips firmly

   Hit the object as straight as you can, with the motorcycle upright. Your knees and elbows absorb the shock.

8. Vraag 8 van 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
   Toon antwoord

   Antwoord: 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.

9. Vraag 9 van 25

   In a normal turn like the one in the diagram, how should your body lean?

   • AStraight up while the motorcycle stays upright
   • BOpposite to the motorcycle
   • CForward onto the fuel tank
   • DWith the motorcycle, at the same angle
   Toon antwoord

   Antwoord: D. With the motorcycle, at the same angle

   In a normal turn, the rider and motorcycle lean together at the same angle.

10. Vraag 10 van 25

    When should a group riding in a staggered formation switch to single file?

    • AOnly at night
    • BNever
    • COnly in heavy rain
    • DIn curves, when turning and when entering or leaving a highway
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. In curves, when turning and when entering or leaving a highway

    Single file gives every rider room to use the whole lane in curves and while turning or merging.

11. Vraag 11 van 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
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: 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.

12. Vraag 12 van 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
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: 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.

13. Vraag 13 van 25

    What should you look for when you inspect your tires?

    • AMud on the tire
    • BOnly the colour of the sidewall
    • COnly whether the valve cap is present
    • DCuts, bulges, objects stuck in the tread and worn tread
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. Cuts, bulges, objects stuck in the tread and worn tread

    Damage or wear can cause a sudden loss of air or grip. Check tread and sidewalls before you ride.

14. Vraag 14 van 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
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: B. The full lane

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

15. Vraag 15 van 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
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: 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.

16. Vraag 16 van 25

    You are riding past a row of parked cars on your right. Which lane position is usually best?

    • AThe right portion, close to the parked cars
    • BBetween the parked cars and the curb
    • CThe left portion of the lane, away from the parked cars
    • DRight on the lane line
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. The left portion of the lane, away from the parked cars

    Staying away from parked cars gives you more time if a door opens or a car pulls out.

17. Vraag 17 van 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
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: 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.

18. Vraag 18 van 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
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: 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.

19. Vraag 19 van 25

    Which describes a correctly fitting motorcycle helmet?

    • ALoosely, so it is easy to take off
    • BWith the strap open at low speeds
    • CTilted back so you can see more
    • DSnugly all around, with the strap fastened
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. Snugly all around, with the strap fastened

    A helmet should fit snugly and stay in place when you move your head. An unfastened helmet can come off in a crash.

20. Vraag 20 van 25

    What protective gear should a passenger wear?

    • ANothing special if the ride is short
    • BOnly sunglasses
    • COnly a helmet
    • DThe same gear as the rider, including an approved helmet
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. The same gear as the rider, including an approved helmet

    A passenger faces the same risks as the rider. They need a helmet, eye protection and protective clothing.

21. Vraag 21 van 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
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: 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.

22. Vraag 22 van 25

    Why should you ride with your headlight on during the day?

    • AIt warms the engine
    • BIt makes you easier for other road users to see
    • CIt charges the battery faster
    • DIt lets you ride faster
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: B. It makes you easier for other road users to see

    Motorcycles are small and easy to miss. A headlight makes you more noticeable, especially to oncoming drivers.

23. Vraag 23 van 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
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: 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.

24. Vraag 24 van 25

    On a hot day, why should you still wear a jacket with long sleeves?

    • AIt is only needed on gravel roads
    • BIt protects your skin if you fall and shields you from wind and sun
    • CIt is only needed in cold weather
    • DIt makes the motorcycle faster
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: B. It protects your skin if you fall and shields you from wind and sun

    Riding clothing protects your skin from the road surface in a fall. It also reduces sunburn and the drying effect of the wind.

25. Vraag 25 van 25

    You notice you are riding beside a car, in the driver’s blind spot. What should you do?

    • ASound your horn and stay there
    • BSpeed up or drop back so the driver can see you
    • CMove closer to the car
    • DStay beside the car so you are close
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: B. Speed up or drop back so the driver can see you

    Do not ride where a driver cannot see you. Change your position so you are visible in their mirrors or ahead of them.

Toetsenbord: 1–4 om te antwoorden, Enter voor de volgende vraag.

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