BC Motorcycle Knowledge Practice Test 2026: Practice test 2

Practice test 2 ng 5 para sa BC Motorcycle Knowledge Practice Test: 25 pang tanong na may mga sagot at paliwanag.

Motorsiklo
British Columbia
117 tanong
Sinuri noong Oktubre 10, 2026

Tanong 1 ng 25
Why should you downshift as you slow down?
- So the clutch is not needed
- So you can turn off the engine
- So the brake light comes on
- So you are in a gear that lets you speed up again if you need to
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 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.
Tanong 2 ng 25
When should you leave more than the minimum following distance?
- Only on dry, sunny days
- Never; two seconds is always enough
- Only when you carry a passenger in town
- On wet or slippery roads, at night and behind large vehicles
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 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.
Tanong 3 ng 25
Which part of the lane is often slippery near intersections?
- The right wheel track
- The centre strip, where oil and grease drip from vehicles
- The left wheel track
- The lane line
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 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.
Tanong 4 ng 25
During your pre-ride check, you twist the throttle and let go. What should happen?
- It should snap back to the closed position by itself
- The brake light should come on
- It should stay where you left it
- The engine should stall
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 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.
Tanong 5 ng 25
Marker 3 in the diagram shows where the passenger’s hands go. What should they hold?
- The rider’s shoulders
- The rider’s waist or the passenger handholds
- The fuel tank
- Nothing; they should balance
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 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.
Tanong 6 ng 25
You are riding at speed and want to turn left. Using countersteering, which grip do you press forward?
- The right grip
- The left grip
- Both grips at once
- Neither grip; you shift your weight only
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: B. The left grip
At speed, press the grip on the side you want to go. Press left to lean and go left.
Tanong 7 ng 25
You are stopped at a red light with traffic coming up behind you. Why stay in first gear and watch your mirrors?
- So your headlight stays on
- So you can move out of the way if a vehicle behind does not stop
- So you can leave before the light turns green
- So the engine does not overheat
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 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.
Tanong 8 ng 25
Your helmet hits the pavement hard when it falls off your seat. What should you do?
- Keep using it if you see no cracks
- Cover the scratches with paint
- Replace it, because it may be damaged inside
- Use it only for short trips
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 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.
Tanong 9 ng 25
What should you check on a motorcycle with a chain drive?
- That the chain has the right slack and is lubricated
- That the chain is as tight as possible
- That the chain is dry and clean of oil
- Nothing; chains never need checking
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 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.
Tanong 10 ng 25
What is the "friction zone"?
- The part of the clutch lever travel where power starts to reach the rear wheel
- The middle of the lane where oil collects
- The space between two motorcycles in a group
- The area where tires touch the road
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 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.
Tanong 11 ng 25
The front wheel starts to wobble at speed. What should you do?
- Let go of the handlebars
- Brake hard with the front brake
- Speed up to stop the wobble
- Grip the handlebars firmly and close the throttle gradually
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 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.
Tanong 12 ng 25
At an intersection, an oncoming car is waiting to turn left across your path. What should you do?
- Move to the centre of the lane and look away
- Sound your horn and keep your speed
- Speed up to get through first
- Slow down, cover your brakes and be ready to stop or swerve
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 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.
Tanong 13 ng 25
Under the Criminal Code, what blood alcohol concentration is a criminal offence?
- Any amount at all
- 80 mg or more of alcohol in 100 mL of blood
- 50 mg or more in 100 mL of blood
- 100 mg or more in 100 mL of blood
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 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.
Tanong 14 ng 25
A large animal such as a moose is on the road ahead. What is usually safest?
- Slow down and be ready to stop
- Sound the horn and ride toward it
- Ride onto the shoulder at speed
- Speed up to pass it quickly
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 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.
Tanong 15 ng 25
A strong crosswind is pushing you toward the edge of the road. What helps?
- Stand up on the footrests
- Ride on the shoulder
- Speed up
- Slow down and lean slightly into the wind
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 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.
Tanong 16 ng 25
Where should you keep your feet while riding?
- Hanging down near the road
- On the ground at low speeds
- Resting on the engine guard
- Firmly on the footrests, with toes pointing forward
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 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.
Tanong 17 ng 25
A driver is tailgating you. What should you do?
- Increase the space ahead of you, or change lanes to let them pass
- Speed up as fast as you can
- Brake suddenly to warn them
- Ride on the shoulder
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 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.
Tanong 18 ng 25
You are following a car. Why is it usually better not to ride directly behind it in the centre of the lane?
- The driver may not see you in the mirror, and the car blocks your view
- You will get there faster
- It is too far from the car
- It uses more fuel
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 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.
Tanong 19 ng 25
You see fresh drips under your parked motorcycle. What should you do?
- Wipe the drips and ignore them
- Ride it and check again later
- Add more fuel
- Find the source before you ride
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 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.
Tanong 20 ng 25
On most motorcycles, how do you change gears?
- With a lever in front of your left foot
- With a button on the dash
- With the rear brake pedal
- With a lever on the right handlebar
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 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.
Tanong 21 ng 25
Marker 1 in the diagram shows the rider’s head. What should your head do in a turn?
- Tilt with the motorcycle
- Turn to watch the mirrors
- Stay level, with your eyes in line with the horizon
- Look down at the road just ahead
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 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.
Tanong 22 ng 25
What does an anti-lock braking system (ABS) do?
- It turns on the brake light at night
- It brakes for you automatically
- It makes the stopping distance zero
- It keeps the wheels from locking when you brake hard
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 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.
Tanong 23 ng 25
To swerve quickly to the right, what do you do?
- Pull both grips toward you
- Shift your weight back
- Press the left handgrip forward
- Press the right handgrip forward
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 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.
Tanong 24 ng 25
How do you operate the clutch on most motorcycles?
- With a lever on the left handlebar
- With a pedal under your right foot
- With a lever on the right handlebar
- With a button on the fuel tank
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 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.
Tanong 25 ng 25
When is the best time to slow down for a curve?
- In the middle of the curve
- As you leave the curve
- There is no need to slow for a curve
- Before you enter it, while the motorcycle is upright
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 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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