Saskatchewan Motorcycle Learner Practice Test 2026: Oefenexamen 4

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

   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.

3. Vraag 3 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.

4. Vraag 4 van 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
   Toon antwoord

   Antwoord: A. The front brake

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

5. Vraag 5 van 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
   Toon antwoord

   Antwoord: 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.

6. Vraag 6 van 25

   The rider in the diagram presses the right handgrip forward. Which way does the motorcycle go?

   • AThe motorcycle leans left and turns left
   • BThe motorcycle goes straight and slows down
   • CThe motorcycle leans right and turns right
   • DThe front brake comes on
   Toon antwoord

   Antwoord: C. The motorcycle leans right and turns right

   This is countersteering. Pressing the right grip forward makes the motorcycle lean and turn right.

7. Vraag 7 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.

8. Vraag 8 van 25

   The car in the diagram has just passed line A. What is the least time it should take you to reach that line?

   • AIt does not matter if the road is dry
   • BAt least two seconds
   • COne second
   • DHalf a second
   Toon antwoord

   Antwoord: B. At least two seconds

   Keep at least a two-second following distance in good conditions, and more when conditions are poor.

9. Vraag 9 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.

10. Vraag 10 van 25

    You must ride over a patch of loose gravel. What should you do?

    • ASpeed up quickly
    • BBrake hard while on the gravel
    • CLean sharply to ride around it
    • DSlow down before it and keep the motorcycle upright with no sudden moves
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. Slow down before it and keep the motorcycle upright with no sudden moves

    Gravel reduces traction. Slow before you reach it and avoid sudden braking, turning or acceleration on it.

11. Vraag 11 van 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
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: 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.

12. Vraag 12 van 25

    Why can riding a motorcycle be more tiring than driving a car?

    • AMotorcycles are always slower
    • BYou are exposed to wind, noise and weather
    • CMotorcycles have no seats
    • DYou cannot stop for breaks
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: B. You are exposed to wind, noise and weather

    Wind, noise, cold and heat wear you down. Take regular breaks and dress for the weather.

13. Vraag 13 van 25

    In the diagram, which lane position is the left third of the lane, next to the centre line?

    • APosition 1
    • BPosition 3
    • CNone of the positions shown
    • DPosition 2
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. Position 1

    Position 1 is the left third of the lane, closest to the centre line.

14. Vraag 14 van 25

    Where should the least experienced riders be in a group?

    • AJust behind the leader
    • BSpread out at random
    • CIn front of the leader
    • DAt the very back
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. Just behind the leader

    Placing new riders near the front lets the leader watch them and set a pace they can handle.

15. Vraag 15 van 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
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: 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. 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

    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.

18. Vraag 18 van 25

    Where should you put heavy cargo on a motorcycle?

    • ALow and centred, and secured so it cannot shift
    • BHanging from the handlebars
    • COn one side only
    • DHigh on a rack behind the passenger seat
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. Low and centred, and secured so it cannot shift

    A load that is low, centred and secure affects handling the least.

19. Vraag 19 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.

20. Vraag 20 van 25

    How does cannabis affect your riding?

    • AIt slows your reactions and harms your judgement
    • BIt improves your focus
    • CIt only affects you at night
    • DIt has no effect if you feel fine
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. It slows your reactions and harms your judgement

    Cannabis impairs reaction time, coordination and judgement. Riding while impaired by a drug is a crime.

21. Vraag 21 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.

22. Vraag 22 van 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
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: 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.

23. Vraag 23 van 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
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: 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.

24. Vraag 24 van 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
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: 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.

25. Vraag 25 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.

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