Manitoba Class 6 Motorcycle Practice Test – Printable PDF

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MPI's Class 6 knowledge test is taken on a computer, but plenty of riders like to work through the Motorcycle Handbook with a pencil first. This page sets out 60 of our Manitoba motorcycle questions as a printable test, spread across all 13 topics: GDL rules, helmets and gear, equipment, controls and checks, starting and stopping, lane position, turns and intersections, highway and group riding, passengers, night and wildlife, road surfaces, emergencies and impaired-driving penalties. The answer key follows on separate pages.

Every question is original, and each answer in the key names the handbook page it comes from. MPI does not publish a pass mark, so use 80 percent as your practice standard: 48 or more out of 60. Then switch to our 25-question mock exams, which use the official 30-minute time limit. Watch the Manitoba numbers riders mix up: four seconds of following distance, groups of no more than four, 70 percent of braking from the front brake, and counter-steering above 20 km/h.

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1.Your throttle sticks open. What should you do first?
1. Brake hard with the rear only
2. Shift up a gear right away to slow the engine
3. Squeeze the clutch lever immediately
4. Twist the key off while riding
2.What should the throttle do when you let go of it?
1. Shut the engine off
2. Engage the clutch
3. Spring closed
4. Stay open where it is
3.You want to move from one tire track to the other within the same lane. What is required?
1. A horn tap only
2. A hand signal only
3. Nothing; it is the same lane
4. A shoulder check before moving
4.What must a first-time rider complete before a Class 6 Learner (L) licence is issued?
1. A written test on first aid
2. An approved motorcycle training course
3. The Class 6 road test in traffic
4. A 30-day supervised riding permit with a parent
5.An obstacle suddenly appears on the road ahead. What should you do?
1. Brake hard and keep a straight line right into the obstacle
2. Slow, counter-steer to the safest side, stay in your lane
3. Swerve into the oncoming lane right away
4. Close your eyes and hold the handlebars tight
6.Where do most motorcycle collisions occur?
1. At intersections
2. On gravel roads
3. In parking lots
4. On straight highways
7.How should you use your high beams at night in wildlife areas?
1. Never use them in rural areas where animals live
2. Use them, but dim them for oncoming traffic
3. Use them only after seeing an animal
4. Keep them on even when following a car
8.Which of these is good highway riding practice?
1. Follow large trucks closely for shelter
2. Check your mirrors only at exits
3. Signal lane changes well in advance
4. Ride in other vehicles' blind spots
9.Who must wear an approved helmet on a motorcycle in Manitoba?
1. Only riders under 18
2. Only riders in the GDL program
3. Only riders on highways
4. All riders and passengers
10.What is the only thing that sobers you up after drinking?
1. A large meal
2. Black coffee
3. Time
4. A cold shower
11.What should you do as you downshift?
1. Release the clutch and close the throttle fully
2. Pull in the clutch and raise engine speed slightly
3. Shift without using the clutch at all
4. Apply the front brake hard first
12.Which change to a motorcycle frame is illegal in Manitoba?
1. Installing heated grips on the handlebars
2. Adding reflective tape to the rear fender
3. Altering the neck angle of the front frame
4. Fitting saddlebags made for that model
13.How do a passenger or cargo affect the motorcycle?
1. They only affect fuel economy
2. They have no effect at all if the rider is skilled
3. They change balance, steering, acceleration and braking
4. They improve stability at highway speed in crosswinds
14.Your front tire blows out. What should you do?
1. Lean the bike to one side
2. Brake hard with the front brake to stop the wheel
3. Hang on firmly and try to steer straight
4. Jump off the motorcycle
15.During a safety check, which clutch problems should you look for?
1. Drag or slip
2. Squeal or rattle
3. Glare or flicker
4. Leaks or bubbles
16.Why avoid riding on the centre strip between the tire tracks?
1. It is where potholes are always found
2. It may be slippery with oil from vehicles
3. It makes your headlight hard to see
4. It is reserved for police and emergency vehicles
17.Which privilege do you gain in the Class 6 Intermediate Stage?
1. You may have a BAC up to .05
2. You may skip the Full Stage
3. You may carry a passenger
4. You may ride without a helmet
18.At what angle should you cross railway tracks when other traffic is around?
1. Exactly 10 degrees
2. 45 degrees or more
3. Any angle under 30 degrees
4. Parallel to the rails
19.Traffic is waiting to enter the intersection from both sides. Where should you ride?
1. In the left tire track of your lane
2. In the right tire track of your lane
3. Along the right curb
4. On the centre strip of your lane
20.When may a Class 6 Learner Stage rider operate a motorcycle?
1. Only between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. in summer
2. At night only with a supervising rider
3. From half an hour after sunrise to half an hour before sunset
4. Any time of day or night, as long as the headlight is on high beam
21.You have moved onto an unpaved shoulder. What should you avoid?
1. Slowing down gradually
2. Keeping a straight line
3. Holding the grips firmly
4. Excessive braking
22.Which feature makes motorcycle-specific clothing better than regular clothing?
1. Dark colours that hide dirt
2. Reinforced seams and body armour
3. Light cotton fabric that dries fast
4. Loose sleeves that let air flow
23.How does alcohol affect a rider's body?
1. It is a stimulant that sharpens focus
2. It only affects drivers of cars
3. It is a depressant that slows reflexes
4. It improves balance in small amounts
24.Coming to a stop, what should you do once speed drops below 10 km/h?
1. Pull in the clutch and shift to first
2. Turn off the engine with the kill switch
3. Shift up to second gear
4. Release both brakes and coast
25.When must the headlamp be on for a 1975 or newer motorcycle?
1. Only on highways outside the city
2. At all times while it is operated
3. Only from sunset to sunrise
4. Only in rain, fog or smoke
26.Which Class 6 licence holders may not carry passengers?
1. Intermediate (I) and Full (F) riders in their first year
2. Only Intermediate (I) holders
3. Full (F) holders under 25
4. Learner (L) and Authorized Instruction (A)
27.You have to leave the pavement. When should you do your slowing and steering?
1. Before you leave the paved surface
2. After you reach the gravel or grass beside the road
3. Halfway onto the shoulder
4. Only once fully stopped
28.How do you increase speed with the throttle?
1. Push it toward the tank
2. Rotate it away from you
3. Press the button in its end
4. Rotate it toward you
29.Where should you never ride relative to other vehicles?
1. In the left tire track
2. In their blind spots
3. Where mirrors show you
4. Four seconds behind
30.Your Class 6 Learner licence lapses for two months because the charges were not paid. What happens to those months?
1. They count, since you still held the licence
2. They are added to your Full Stage instead
3. They count double once you pay the charges
4. They do not count toward your stage time
31.Crossing loose gravel, how should your arms and wrists be?
1. Resting on the tank for balance
2. Locked straight, so the front wheel stays rigid
3. One hand off the bars for balance
4. Loose, so the front wheel can move a little
32.Approaching an intersection, what does 'covering your brakes' mean?
1. Applying both brakes lightly the whole time you approach
2. Shifting to neutral and coasting in
3. Putting your hand over the clutch lever
4. Hand over the front lever, foot over the rear pedal
33.A deer is standing near your path at night. Why dim your headlight?
1. Dim lights make the deer run toward the motorcycle
2. Bright lights can make a deer freeze on the road
3. It saves battery power for the horn
4. High beams are illegal near animals
34.Why plan a group ride's route in advance?
1. So the group can skip stop signs
2. So riders can ride without mirrors
3. So the leader can ride faster
4. To avoid confusion on the road
35.What gives the best eye protection on a motorcycle?
1. Goggles or a clear face shield
2. Regular prescription glasses
3. Sunglasses with dark lenses
4. A tall windshield alone
36.Can you be charged with impaired driving if your blood alcohol is under .08?
1. No, a charge needs a BAC of .08 or more
2. Only on a highway
3. Only if you crash
4. Yes, if your ability is impaired
37.How much of the braking force does the front brake provide?
1. 30 per cent
2. 95 per cent
3. 50 per cent
4. 70 per cent
38.How far away must a motorcycle horn be heard under normal conditions?
1. 20 metres
2. 5 metres
3. 60 metres
4. 300 metres
39.Where should you carry cargo on a motorcycle?
1. In one hand
2. On your lap
3. In a tank bag or saddlebags made for the bike
4. Between your knees, where you can keep an eye on it
40.After a speed wobble, which item should you check?
1. The fuel level
2. Tire pressure on both tires
3. The mirror angle
4. The horn volume and the signal lights
41.What happens when you squeeze the clutch lever?
1. The front brake applies
2. The engine shuts off
3. The clutch disengages
4. The high beam turns on
42.Where should you ride when following a vehicle?
1. Where its driver can see you in the mirror
2. Close enough to read its plate at night
3. In its blind spot on the right side
4. Directly behind it, out of the mirror
43.Where may a moped not be driven?
1. On gravel roads outside Winnipeg
2. On streets with a 50 km/h limit
3. On any city street that has a painted bike lane
4. On highways with a limit over 80 km/h
44.You cannot avoid a slippery surface. Which gear helps traction?
1. Neutral, coasting with both brakes on
2. A lower gear, releasing the clutch gradually
3. Whatever gear gives the most engine noise
4. A higher gear, releasing the clutch quickly
45.You take a corner faster than planned. What must you do?
1. Shift to neutral
2. Sit up straight in the seat
3. Increase your angle of lean
4. Brake hard in the middle of the corner
46.In bad weather that reduces visibility, what following distance should you keep?
1. At least one second
2. At least four seconds
3. Exactly two seconds
4. At least one car length
47.What should you watch for at highway medians and side roads?
1. Vehicles turning onto the highway or crossing
2. Cyclists riding in the median
3. Parked cars opening their doors
4. Pedestrians waiting at bus stops along the shoulder
48.What should motorcycle boots be like?
1. Rubber sandals with a thick sole
2. Leather, covering at least the ankle
3. Any shoe below the ankle
4. Canvas running shoes with laces tied tight
49.About what share of fatal collisions on Manitoba roads are linked to impaired driving?
1. About 5 per cent
2. About 25 per cent
3. About 75 per cent
4. About 50 per cent
50.What warns you that the brakes are close to locking?
1. The brake light flashes on its own
2. The handlebars pull hard to the left side of the lane
3. The engine stalls and the horn sounds on its own
4. The front tire whines and the rear tire shudders
51.Which equipment is required on both wheels of a motorcycle?
1. Tire chains and wheel locks
2. Fenders and brakes
3. Spoked rims and mud lights
4. Reflectors and chrome trim
52.Where should a passenger sit and hold on?
1. Sideways on the seat, holding the frame
2. Far back on the luggage rack, holding the grab rail
3. Upright on the pegs, holding your shoulders
4. Far forward without crowding you, holding your waist
53.Your rear tire blows out. What should you do?
1. Keep your position, do not brake, ease off the throttle
2. Shift your weight forward onto the tank
3. Accelerate to steady the motorcycle
4. Brake hard with both brakes at once to stop quickly
54.Why check nuts, bolts and cotter pins on a motorcycle?
1. Vibration can loosen them
2. They rust only in winter
3. They must be replaced each month
4. They control the brake light
55.Is it safe to pass slower traffic by riding between lanes of vehicles?
1. Yes, below 40 km/h
2. Yes, when traffic is stopped at a red light
3. No, there is no room to manoeuvre
4. Yes, with your hazards on
56.You already finished the Intermediate Stage for Class 5. What happens with the Class 6 Intermediate Stage?
1. You get half of the time credited to Class 6
2. You must start Class 6 at the M stage again
3. It is credited; you only do the stage once
4. You must repeat the full 15 months on the bike
57.When is wet pavement especially slippery?
1. Only on gravel roads after a storm
2. After several hours of steady rain, once puddles have formed
3. Only when the temperature is below zero
4. Just after rain starts, before oil and dirt wash away
58.To counter-steer into a right turn, what do you do?
1. Push on the left handlebar
2. Lean left and steer right
3. Pull on the right handlebar
4. Push on the right handlebar
59.Where should you slow down for wildlife?
1. Where a creek crosses under the road
2. On busy city streets with traffic lights
3. Near gas stations
4. In large parking lots
60.What formation should a riding group use?
1. Single file, two seconds apart
2. A staggered formation
3. A V shape across the lane
4. Side by side in pairs

Answer key with explanations

1. C — Squeeze the clutch lever immediately
Immediately squeeze the clutch lever, then rotate the throttle back and forth to try to free it.
Emergency situations · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Emergency situations, p. 35
2. C — Spring closed
The throttle should spring closed when released.
Controls and safety checks · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. The motorcycle, p. 13
3. D — A shoulder check before moving
You are required to shoulder check before changing from one tire track to the other within the same lane.
Lane position, following and passing · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 21
4. B — An approved motorcycle training course
Anyone getting a first motorcycle learner's licence must complete an approved one-day motorcycle training course before the L licence is issued.
Class 6 licensing and GDL · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Licensing, Foldout — Graduated Driver Licensing Class 6
5. B — Slow, counter-steer to the safest side, stay in your lane
Reduce speed, counter-steer, move to the safest side and stay in your own lane.
Obstacles and road surfaces · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 32
6. A — At intersections
Most collisions occur at intersections, with vehicles making left turns or entering from side streets.
Turns and intersections · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 24
7. B — Use them, but dim them for oncoming traffic
Use high beams at night to scan for animals, but dim them for oncoming traffic and when following another vehicle closely.
Night, reduced visibility and wildlife · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 31
8. C — Signal lane changes well in advance
On highways keep a safe distance, stay out of blind spots, signal lane changes early, check mirrors often and watch for wildlife.
Highway riding, group riding and parking · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 26
9. D — All riders and passengers
All motorcyclists and their passengers must wear an approved helmet that is properly adjusted and securely fastened.
Helmets and riding gear · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Preparing to ride, p. 8
10. C — Time
Coffee, food or a cold shower will not sober you up; only time removes alcohol from your body.
Impaired riding and penalties · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Driving while impaired, p. 36
11. B — Pull in the clutch and raise engine speed slightly
When downshifting, pull in the clutch and slightly increase engine speed. A mismatch can make the rear wheel skid when the clutch is released.
Riding position, starting and stopping · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 16
12. C — Altering the neck angle of the front frame
It is illegal to alter the neck angle of the front frame. Front forks are also limited to 82 cm.
Choosing and equipping a motorcycle · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. The motorcycle, p. 11
13. C — They change balance, steering, acceleration and braking
Carrying passengers or cargo changes balance, steering, acceleration and braking. Wait until you are confident of your control.
Passengers and cargo · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 28
14. C — Hang on firmly and try to steer straight
If the front tire blows, hang on firmly and try to steer straight. Once you have slowed down, move to the right side of the road.
Emergency situations · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Emergency situations, p. 34
15. A — Drag or slip
Check the clutch for drag or slip. If you notice either, adjust the cable or have the clutch repaired.
Controls and safety checks · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. The motorcycle, p. 13
16. B — It may be slippery with oil from vehicles
Oil leaking from vehicles builds up on the centre strip, especially near intersections where vehicles stop.
Lane position, following and passing · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 18
17. C — You may carry a passenger
Intermediate riders may carry a passenger and tow, but must still have no drugs or alcohol in their system.
Class 6 licensing and GDL · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Licensing, Foldout — Graduated Driver Licensing Class 6
18. B — 45 degrees or more
You do not need to cross at a full 90 degrees. With other traffic, 45 degrees or more is enough and avoids the need to swerve.
Obstacles and road surfaces · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 33
19. A — In the left tire track of your lane
Stay in the left tire track to even out the space on either side, and be prepared to stop.
Turns and intersections · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 24
20. C — From half an hour after sunrise to half an hour before sunset
No nighttime riding is allowed in the Learner Stage: only daylight hours, from half an hour after sunrise to half an hour before sunset.
Night, reduced visibility and wildlife · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 29
21. D — Excessive braking
On an unpaved shoulder, avoid excessive braking, which could make you lose control.
Highway riding, group riding and parking · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 26
22. B — Reinforced seams and body armour
Motorcycle clothing has reinforced seams, windproofing and body armour for safety and comfort.
Helmets and riding gear · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Preparing to ride, p. 9
23. C — It is a depressant that slows reflexes
Alcohol is a depressant, not a stimulant. It reduces alertness and slows normal reflexes.
Impaired riding and penalties · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Driving while impaired, p. 36
24. A — Pull in the clutch and shift to first
Below 10 km/h, disengage the clutch and shift to first before stopping, using both brakes as you put a foot down.
Riding position, starting and stopping · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 17
25. B — At all times while it is operated
For model year 1975 or later, a headlamp must be on at all times when the motorcycle is being operated.
Choosing and equipping a motorcycle · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. The motorcycle, p. 11
26. D — Learner (L) and Authorized Instruction (A)
Holders of a Class 6 Learner or Authorized Instruction licence are not permitted to carry passengers.
Passengers and cargo · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 28
27. A — Before you leave the paved surface
Try to do all your slowing and steering before you leave the pavement, and release the brakes just before you leave it.
Emergency situations · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Emergency situations, p. 35
28. D — Rotate it toward you
Rotate the throttle toward you to speed up and away from you to slow down.
Controls and safety checks · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. The motorcycle, p. 13
29. B — In their blind spots
Never ride in another driver's blind spot, whether behind or beside them.
Lane position, following and passing · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 19
30. D — They do not count toward your stage time
Learner and Intermediate drivers earn credit only while their licence is valid. Time while it is unpaid, expired or suspended does not count.
Class 6 licensing and GDL · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Licensing, Foldout — Graduated Driver Licensing Class 6
31. D — Loose, so the front wheel can move a little
Keep your arms and wrists loose to let the front wheel move a little, as it likely will. Grip firmly and keep your feet on the pegs.
Obstacles and road surfaces · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 33
32. D — Hand over the front lever, foot over the rear pedal
Covering your brakes means having your hand over the front brake lever and your foot over the rear brake pedal, ready to stop.
Turns and intersections · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 24
33. B — Bright lights can make a deer freeze on the road
Dim your headlights, because brights may cause a deer to freeze on the road. Slow down and be ready to stop.
Night, reduced visibility and wildlife · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 31
34. D — To avoid confusion on the road
Planning the route in advance avoids confusion while riding.
Highway riding, group riding and parking · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 27
35. A — Goggles or a clear face shield
Goggles or clear face shields designed for your helmet give the best protection. Glasses and sunglasses give little protection.
Helmets and riding gear · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Preparing to ride, p. 8
36. D — Yes, if your ability is impaired
A charge of impaired driving can be laid regardless of blood alcohol level if your ability to drive is impaired.
Impaired riding and penalties · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Driving while impaired, p. 36
37. D — 70 per cent
The front brake provides 70 per cent of the braking force and is the strongest brake on the motorcycle.
Riding position, starting and stopping · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 17
38. C — 60 metres
The horn must be audible under normal conditions from 60 m.
Choosing and equipping a motorcycle · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. The motorcycle, p. 11
39. C — In a tank bag or saddlebags made for the bike
Carry cargo in equipment designed for your motorcycle, such as a tank bag or saddlebags.
Passengers and cargo · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 29
40. B — Tire pressure on both tires
Check for unequal tire inflation, bent or misaligned wheels, loose bearings or spokes, and a badly mounted windshield or fairing.
Emergency situations · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Emergency situations, p. 34
41. C — The clutch disengages
Squeeze the lever to disengage the clutch and release it to engage the clutch.
Controls and safety checks · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. The motorcycle, p. 12
42. A — Where its driver can see you in the mirror
Ride where the driver ahead can see you in their rear-view mirror, and never in a blind spot.
Lane position, following and passing · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 20
43. D — On highways with a limit over 80 km/h
Mopeds are not allowed on highways with a speed limit over 80 km/h, though they may cross them.
Class 6 licensing and GDL · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Licensing, Footnote — The Class Licence System
44. B — A lower gear, releasing the clutch gradually
Reduce speed, use both brakes smoothly, avoid sudden moves, and shift to a lower gear for better traction, releasing the clutch gradually.
Obstacles and road surfaces · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 33
45. C — Increase your angle of lean
When cornering, if you increase the speed, you must increase the angle of lean.
Turns and intersections · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 23
46. B — At least four seconds
Allow more distance in reduced visibility; keep a following distance of at least four seconds to give yourself time to react.
Night, reduced visibility and wildlife · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 29
47. A — Vehicles turning onto the highway or crossing
Be aware of vehicles turning right onto the highway or crossing at a median, and be prepared to slow down or change lanes.
Highway riding, group riding and parking · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 26
48. B — Leather, covering at least the ankle
Boots should be leather and at least cover your ankle, while still letting you operate the foot controls.
Helmets and riding gear · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Preparing to ride, p. 9
49. B — About 25 per cent
Roughly 25 per cent of fatal collisions on Manitoba roads are linked to impaired driving.
Impaired riding and penalties · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Driving while impaired, p. 36
50. D — The front tire whines and the rear tire shudders
With practice you will notice the front tire start to whine and the rear tire start to shudder as the brakes near locking.
Riding position, starting and stopping · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 17
51. B — Fenders and brakes
Motorcycles need brakes on the front and rear wheels and fenders on both wheels to reduce spray from the road.
Choosing and equipping a motorcycle · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. The motorcycle, p. 11
52. D — Far forward without crowding you, holding your waist
The passenger sits as far forward as possible without crowding you and holds securely to your waist or hips.
Passengers and cargo · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 28
53. A — Keep your position, do not brake, ease off the throttle
If the rear tire blows, maintain your position on the motorcycle, do not brake, and ease off the throttle.
Emergency situations · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Emergency situations, p. 34
54. A — Vibration can loosen them
Vibration loosens fasteners. Pay special attention to wheel, brake and steering fasteners and add-ons like fairings and saddlebags.
Controls and safety checks · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. The motorcycle, p. 13
55. C — No, there is no room to manoeuvre
Never pass slower or stopped vehicles by cutting between lanes. There is no escape if a door opens or a vehicle shifts in its lane.
Lane position, following and passing · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 21
56. C — It is credited; you only do the stage once
A driver only completes the Intermediate Stage once. Time in the Class 5 Intermediate Stage applies to the Class 6 Intermediate Stage.
Class 6 licensing and GDL · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Licensing, Foldout — Graduated Driver Licensing Class 6
57. D — Just after rain starts, before oil and dirt wash away
Wet pavement is especially slippery after it starts to rain and before surface oil and dirt are washed away.
Obstacles and road surfaces · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 32
58. D — Push on the right handlebar
To turn right, push on the right handlebar; to turn left, push on the left handlebar.
Turns and intersections · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 23
59. A — Where a creek crosses under the road
Slow down in rural and forested areas, where there is lush grass, or where a creek crosses under a road.
Night, reduced visibility and wildlife · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 31
60. B — A staggered formation
Always ride in a staggered formation. Never ride directly beside another motorcyclist.
Highway riding, group riding and parking · Based on: MPI Motorcycle Handbook (07/23 edition), Ch. Riding your motorcycle, p. 27

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Manitoba Class 6 Motorcycle Practice Test – Printable PDF