SGI Motorcycle Practice Test – Printable PDF

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SGI's motorcycle knowledge exam is written on a computer or on paper, but many riders like to work through the Motorcycle Handbook with a pencil first. This page sets out 60 of our Saskatchewan motorcycle questions as a printable test, spread across all 13 topics: the MGDL program, helmets and gear, controls, turning and braking, lane position, night and weather, road surfaces, impairment, emergencies, group riding, passengers and equipment. The answer key follows on separate pages.

Every question is original, and each answer in the key names the handbook chapter and section it comes from. SGI sets the pass mark at 80 percent, so aim for 48 or more out of 60 before you book. If you clear that, switch to our 25-question mock exams to practise under the same 80 percent standard. Remember that you also write a basic knowledge exam and a signs exam from the Driver's Handbook; this paper covers the motorcycle exam only.

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1.Besides electric turn signals, what should a group leader use where possible?
1. Hand signals
2. Hazard lights only
3. Headlight flashes only
4. The horn
2.Approaching an intersection where a car waits to pull out, where should you position yourself?
1. Close to the curb, hidden behind the row of parked cars
2. Directly behind a large truck
3. Toward the road's centre, where the driver can see you
4. In the driver's blind spot
3.What is the minimum tread depth you should have in any groove of a motorcycle tire?
1. 3.5 mm
2. 0.5 mm
3. 5 mm
4. 1.6 mm
4.How should you adjust your following distance at night?
1. Increase it, because distance is harder to judge
2. Ride beside cars instead of behind them at night
3. Shorten it so you can use the car's lights
4. Keep it the same as in daytime
5.You want to turn right at speed. Which way do you press on the handgrips?
1. Back on the right handgrip
2. Down on both grips equally
3. Forward on the left handgrip
4. Forward on the right handgrip
6.Which brake should you use on a slippery surface?
1. Both, since the front still stops better
2. Only the rear, to avoid a slide
3. Only the front, to keep the rear free
4. Neither; use engine braking alone
7.Under SIPDE, what are your three basic choices when you decide how to handle a hazard?
1. Stop, wait for traffic to clear, or turn around
2. Adjust speed, adjust position or communicate
3. Brake, swerve or accelerate hard
4. Honk, flash lights or wave
8.You have just ridden over an object in the road. What should you do next?
1. Keep going unless you hear a noise
2. Let a little air out of the tires
3. Speed up to test the suspension
4. Stop when safe and check tires and rims
9.On most motorcycles, how do you apply the front and rear brakes?
1. Left foot pedal for front, right foot pedal for rear
2. Right-hand lever for both wheels
3. Left-hand lever for front, left foot pedal for the rear wheel
4. Right-hand lever for front, right foot pedal for rear
10.Why should you plan a safe way home before you start drinking?
1. Taxis cost more late at night
2. Alcohol first affects the judgment you need to decide
3. Alcohol makes you fall asleep at once
4. Police check riders more often after midnight on weekends
11.Which helmet type does the handbook recommend for any rider?
1. Any helmet that is comfortable
2. Bicycle helmet with a visor
3. Half helmet with goggles
4. Full-face or modular
12.You are 30 and have driven a car for years. Do you still go through Saskatchewan's MGDL program to ride a motorcycle?
1. Only if you plan to carry passengers
2. No, a Class 5 licence already covers motorcycles
3. Yes, every first-time rider does, at any age
4. No, drivers over 25 skip straight to Endorsement M
13.Where may a passenger sit?
1. In front of the operator
2. On the gas tank
3. On the rear luggage rack
4. Behind the operator
14.A riding group grows beyond four or five motorcycles. What should it do?
1. Use hazard lights for the whole trip
2. Ask a car to lead the group
3. Split into two or more smaller groups
4. Ride two abreast to stay compact
15.As part of keeping your 'gates', which traffic do you monitor?
1. Only oncoming vehicles in the next lane
2. Only the vehicles behind you in your mirrors
3. Only the vehicle directly ahead of you
4. Ahead, behind, beside, approaching and passing
16.May a rider in the MGDL program tow a motorcycle trailer?
1. Yes, if the trailer is empty
2. No
3. Yes, in Novice 2 only
4. Yes, in daylight
17.How can a car ahead help you at night?
1. You can ride close and skip your headlight
2. Its horn tells you when to brake
3. Its bouncing tail lights warn you of bumps
4. Its turn signals show your speed
18.What can happen if you downshift without raising engine speed enough?
1. Nothing; the clutch absorbs the difference
2. The front brake locks on
3. The bike lurches and the rear wheel may skid
4. The headlight switches to high beam
19.Why should you avoid wet wooden surfaces such as some bridge decks?
1. They make the engine overheat
2. They are closed to motorcycles by law in Saskatchewan
3. They damage motorcycle tires
4. Keeping your balance on them is very hard
20.Which is a key moment to check your mirrors?
1. While stopped at an intersection
2. Only when you hear a horn behind you
3. Only on the highway
4. Only when parking
21.Partway through a turn you feel you are too fast. What should you do?
1. Close your eyes and hold the line
2. Brake hard and straighten up
3. Lean more and tighten the turn smoothly
4. Put a foot down to help steer
22.How should a motorcycle fit you when you sit on it?
1. You must lean the bike to touch down
2. Only your toes reach the ground when you are seated
3. Your knees are above the handlebars
4. You can put both feet flat on the ground
23.How much alcohol may an MGDL rider have in their body while riding?
1. Up to 0.08 BAC, like other drivers
2. Up to 0.05 BAC on weekends
3. Up to 0.04 BAC if over 19
4. None, at any age
24.Why are ordinary eyeglasses not enough eye protection on a motorcycle?
1. They make the mirrors harder to adjust
2. They are illegal to wear while riding
3. They fog up, but only when you are stopped in traffic
4. They can shatter if a stone or bug hits them
25.Which of these is one of the six severe offences for a new motorcycle rider?
1. Riding with a dirty licence plate or no plate light
2. Speeding more than 35 km/h over the limit
3. Parking at an angle to the curb
4. Forgetting to cancel a turn signal
26.With a passenger on board, what should you do at intersections and merges?
1. Speed up to merge more quickly
2. Look for larger gaps in traffic
3. Accept the same gaps as usual
4. Let the passenger signal for you
27.How should a staggered group pass a slower car?
1. On the right shoulder as a group
2. The last rider first, then forward
3. All riders together, side by side in the passing lane
4. One rider at a time, when each can do it safely
28.A large truck is passing you. Why should you move away from it within your lane?
1. Its exhaust heat can damage your tires
2. Its driver can see you only in the left mirror
3. Trucks must give motorcycles a full lane
4. Its air turbulence can affect your control
29.How far away must a motorcycle horn be heard under normal conditions?
1. 25 metres
2. 500 metres
3. 10 metres
4. 60 metres
30.When should you use your high beam at night?
1. Only when it is raining
2. Never; low beam is always required
3. Only on city streets where other vehicles can see you
4. Whenever you are not following or meeting a vehicle
31.When is the best time to downshift for a turn?
1. Before you enter the turn
2. In the middle of the turn
3. Right after you start leaning
4. After you finish the turn
32.What do shiny patches on old pavement tell you?
1. A sign is coming up ahead
2. The surface is polished and very slippery when wet
3. The road was recently repaved and has extra grip there
4. The road was salted earlier that day
33.When should you be ready to use your horn?
1. When passing a car that might move into your lane
2. Whenever you change gears on the highway
3. Only when you are angry with a driver
4. Every time you come to a stop at a light or a stop sign
34.A small animal runs onto the road while you ride in traffic. What does the handbook advise?
1. Do not swerve out of your lane
2. Lay the bike down
3. Stop suddenly in the lane
4. Swerve into the oncoming lane
35.In which ignition switch positions can you remove the key?
1. Any position at all
2. ON or LIGHTS
3. LIGHTS or PARK
4. OFF or PARK
36.You feel upset and distracted before a planned ride. What does the handbook suggest?
1. Ride to clear your head
2. Carry a passenger to keep you company
3. Leave the motorcycle at home
4. Ride only on the highway
37.Why does a loose helmet give little protection in a crash?
1. It can come off before the impact
2. It makes the rider overheat
3. It weighs more than a snug helmet
4. It blocks the rider's hearing
38.After the written exams, what must you complete before riding as a learner?
1. A full road test in heavy traffic with an examiner
2. Twenty hours of supervised riding
3. A night riding course with an instructor
4. Approved training or a basic ability road test
39.Why must a load be fastened securely?
1. It lowers the bike's fuel use
2. It keeps the turn signals working
3. Police check every load at roadside stops in Saskatchewan
4. A loose load can catch in the wheel or chain
40.Where should the least experienced rider in a group ride?
1. Alone, a few minutes behind
2. In front as the leader
3. At the very back
4. Right behind the leader
41.Why should you avoid riding alongside other vehicles?
1. It is illegal on every road and highway in Saskatchewan
2. Their exhaust can overheat your engine
3. They may change lanes into you and block your escape
4. It makes your mirrors useless
42.Why does the handbook say keeping your motorcycle clean helps maintenance?
1. Clean chains never need oil
2. Missing nuts or bolts are easier to spot
3. Clean bikes need less oil
4. Dirt makes the tires lose pressure
43.How can you dry your brakes when riding in the rain?
1. Pump them hard every few seconds
2. Ride with the clutch in
3. Shift to neutral and coast
4. Apply them very lightly now and then
44.What are the four steps for turning a motorcycle, in order?
1. Slow, press, roll, look
2. Look, press, slow, roll
3. Slow, look, roll, press
4. Press, slow, look, roll
45.On wet pavement, where in the lane is traction usually best?
1. Through standing water
2. In the oily centre strip
3. In the tire tracks of other vehicles
4. Along the edge with the gravel
46.At night you are riding ahead of a group of cars. What should you do?
1. Slow down; drivers may not pick out your light
2. Switch off your headlight to save battery power
3. Speed up to stay well ahead of the group of cars
4. Ride on the shoulder to let them pass
47.Your front tire blows out. What should you do with your weight and the brakes?
1. Stand up on the pegs and use the front brake
2. Lean left and pull the clutch
3. Shift weight forward and brake hard
4. Shift weight back and stay off the brakes
48.During your daily check, when must a tire be replaced?
1. Only after a flat tire
2. When it has been on for one season
3. When the sidewall looks dusty
4. When the centre wear bar is showing
49.Why is a fairing or windshield worth it for a rider who travels long distances?
1. It is required for highway riding
2. It blocks the wind that tires you out
3. It replaces the need for a helmet
4. It makes the motorcycle lighter
50.Your motorcycle has no windshield. What does the law require for your eyes?
1. Nothing, if you wear regular prescription glasses
2. Eye protection only above 50 km/h
3. Sunglasses during the day only
4. Goggles, safety glasses or a face shield
51.Where can a new rider get the red L or green N licence plate placard?
1. At motorcycle dealerships when you buy a bike
2. Only by mail from SGI's head office in Regina
3. At motor licence issuers and driver exam offices
4. At any police station in the province
52.Why should a passenger tell you before getting on or off?
1. So you can change gears first
2. So you can lower the side stand
3. So you can switch off the engine
4. To avoid a surprise shift of balance
53.In a staggered formation, which side of the lane does the leader use?
1. The centre
2. The left side
3. Whichever side has less traffic
4. The right side
54.What is the best way to discourage drivers from sharing your lane?
1. Keep your blocking position
2. Wave drivers past you
3. Ride on the far right of the lane
4. Ride on the lane line
55.Which item is NOT required by Saskatchewan's motorcycle equipment standards?
1. A muffler
2. Front and rear brakes
3. A parking brake
4. Fenders or mud flaps
56.When do most fatal motorcycle crashes happen?
1. On Sunday afternoons
2. At noon on sunny days
3. After dark or in low light
4. During the morning rush hour
57.Why should you roll on the throttle gently through a turn?
1. Steady speed or light acceleration stabilizes the bike
2. It cancels the turn signal
3. It makes the bike stand up straight
4. It keeps the engine from stalling at low speed in the turn
58.When is wet pavement most slippery?
1. Just after it starts to rain
2. After an hour of steady rain
3. Once the rain has stopped
4. At night, even if dry
59.How should you park a motorcycle at the curb?
1. At a 45-degree angle, front wheel on the sidewalk
2. Parallel to the curb, touching it
3. At a 45-degree angle, about 15 cm from the curb
4. At a right angle, rear wheel against the curb
60.Your steering suddenly feels heavy. What is the likely cause?
1. The fuel is on reserve
2. The front tire is losing air
3. The rear tire is losing air
4. The chain is too tight

Answer key with explanations

1. A — Hand signals
The leader should signal early and use hand signals where possible, in addition to electric signals.
Group riding · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 14 Group riding, Keep the group together — Plan ahead
2. C — Toward the road's centre, where the driver can see you
Move away from things that hide you and toward the centre of the road so the waiting driver can see you. Approach slowly.
Lane position and space · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 6–7 Position, Position for being seen
3. D — 1.6 mm
Keep at least 1.6 mm of tread in every groove; replace the tire when the wear indicators are level with the tread.
Equipment, maintenance and registration · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 12 and 16–18 Owning, maintaining and registering a motorcycle, Weekly motorcycle inspection
4. A — Increase it, because distance is harder to judge
Distances are harder to judge after dark, so leave more space ahead, to the sides and when passing.
Night riding and bad weather · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 8 and 10 Riding at night and in bad weather, Riding at night — Other considerations
5. D — Forward on the right handgrip
Countersteering: pressing forward on the right grip makes the bike lean right and turn right. To turn left, press the left grip.
Body position, turning, braking and gears · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 4 Precision, Turning
6. A — Both, since the front still stops better
Use both brakes. Even on slippery surfaces the front brake is more effective than the rear.
Dangerous road surfaces · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 9 Handling dangerous surfaces, Slippery surfaces
7. B — Adjust speed, adjust position or communicate
In any situation you can change speed, change your position in the lane, or communicate with horn, lights or signals.
Seeing, predicting and being seen · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 5 Perception and prediction, Perception and prediction — SIPDE
8. D — Stop when safe and check tires and rims
After riding over an object, stop and check your tires and rims for damage.
Emergencies · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 13 Emergencies, Riding over objects
9. D — Right-hand lever for front, right foot pedal for rear
The right hand works the front brake lever and the right foot works the rear brake pedal. Use them together.
Controls and the daily check · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 3 Preparing to ride, Know your motorcycle controls
10. B — Alcohol first affects the judgment you need to decide
The brain functions alcohol and drugs affect first are the same ones you need to decide not to ride, so make the plan in advance.
Alcohol, drugs and fatigue · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 11 Being in shape to ride your bike, Drinking, drugs and driving
11. D — Full-face or modular
A full-face or modular helmet is recommended because it protects the face as well as the head. MGDL riders must use a three-quarter, modular or full-face helmet.
Helmets and protective gear · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 3 Preparing to ride, Proper clothing — An approved helmet
12. C — Yes, every first-time rider does, at any age
The MGDL program applies to every first-time motorcycle rider no matter their age. A Class 5 licence is a prerequisite, not a substitute, and passengers have nothing to do with it.
Endorsements and the MGDL program · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 17 Driver's licence information, The MGDL program
13. D — Behind the operator
A passenger must never ride in front of the operator; they sit on a proper seat behind with their own footrests.
Passengers and cargo · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 15 Carrying passengers and cargo, Passengers
14. C — Split into two or more smaller groups
Large groups hold up traffic and get split up, and those left behind take risks to catch up. Divide into smaller groups.
Group riding · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 14 Group riding, Keep the group small
15. D — Ahead, behind, beside, approaching and passing
Keep track of traffic ahead, behind, approaching, from the side, vehicles you pass and vehicles passing you, and check them regularly.
Lane position and space · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 6–7 Position, Gates
16. B — No
MGDL riders may not tow. Trailers, fairings and luggage can also overload the bike and change how it handles.
Equipment, maintenance and registration · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 12 and 16–18 Owning, maintaining and registering a motorcycle, Touring modifications
17. C — Its bouncing tail lights warn you of bumps
The car's headlights show more of the road, and tail lights moving up and down warn of bumps or rough pavement.
Night riding and bad weather · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 8 and 10 Riding at night and in bad weather, Riding at night — Other considerations
18. C — The bike lurches and the rear wheel may skid
Open the throttle slightly as you downshift with the clutch in. Too little throttle makes the bike lurch and can skid the rear wheel.
Body position, turning, braking and gears · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 4 Precision, Shifting gears
19. D — Keeping your balance on them is very hard
Balance is almost impossible on ice or wet wood. Avoid them, or slow down as much as possible before reaching them.
Dangerous road surfaces · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 9 Handling dangerous surfaces, Ice or wet wooden surfaces
20. A — While stopped at an intersection
Check mirrors while stopped at intersections, before slowing or stopping quickly, before turning and before changing lanes. A driver behind may not notice you.
Seeing, predicting and being seen · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 5 Perception and prediction, Using mirrors
21. C — Lean more and tighten the turn smoothly
Don't panic. You can usually lean further and turn tighter; doing it smoothly and gently is the key. Hard braking can lock a wheel.
Emergencies · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 13 Emergencies, Going into a turn too fast
22. D — You can put both feet flat on the ground
Make sure the bike is not too heavy or too large for you: seated, you should be able to place your feet flat on the ground.
Controls and the daily check · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 3 Preparing to ride, Know your motorcycle controls
23. D — None, at any age
MGDL riders have zero tolerance for alcohol and drugs while on a motorcycle, whatever their age.
Alcohol, drugs and fatigue · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 11 Being in shape to ride your bike, Drinking, drugs and driving (Ch. 17 — zero tolerance)
24. D — They can shatter if a stone or bug hits them
Regular glasses are not made for riding and can shatter when struck. Wear a face shield over them.
Helmets and protective gear · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 3 Preparing to ride, Proper clothing — Eye and face protection
25. B — Speeding more than 35 km/h over the limit
The severe offences include speeding more than 35 or 50 km/h over, twice the limit, speed contests, racing and stunting. They can cost you your endorsement for 12 months.
Endorsements and the MGDL program · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 17 Driver's licence information, MGDL Improvement Program
26. B — Look for larger gaps in traffic
Because the bike accelerates more slowly with a passenger, wait for larger gaps when crossing, entering or merging.
Passengers and cargo · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 15 Carrying passengers and cargo, Riding with passengers
27. D — One rider at a time, when each can do it safely
Riders pass one at a time. After passing, the leader takes the left position and keeps going to make room for the next rider.
Group riding · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 14 Group riding, Keep your distance — Staggered formation
28. D — Its air turbulence can affect your control
Large trucks create turbulence that can push a motorcycle around. Moving away gives you more room for error.
Lane position and space · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 6–7 Position, Distance to the side — Being passed
29. D — 60 metres
The horn must be audible from 60 m (200 ft) under normal traffic conditions.
Equipment, maintenance and registration · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 12 and 16–18 Owning, maintaining and registering a motorcycle, Motorcycle equipment standards
30. D — Whenever you are not following or meeting a vehicle
Get all the light you can: use high beam unless you are following or meeting another vehicle.
Night riding and bad weather · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 8 and 10 Riding at night and in bad weather, Riding at night — Other considerations
31. A — Before you enter the turn
Downshift before the turn. A sudden change of power to the rear wheel while leaning can make it lose traction.
Body position, turning, braking and gears · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 4 Precision, Shifting gears
32. B — The surface is polished and very slippery when wet
Old, worn pavement gets polished smooth; the shiny areas are extra slippery when wet.
Dangerous road surfaces · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 9 Handling dangerous surfaces, Slippery surfaces
33. A — When passing a car that might move into your lane
Be ready to sound the horn when passing a car or approaching a vehicle that might pull out, such as a driver in a parked car.
Seeing, predicting and being seen · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 5 Perception and prediction, Horn
34. A — Do not swerve out of your lane
Hitting a small animal is less dangerous than colliding with another vehicle, so do not leave your lane to avoid it.
Emergencies · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 13 Emergencies, Animals
35. D — OFF or PARK
The key can be removed only in the OFF or PARK position. The engine can run in ON or LIGHTS.
Controls and the daily check · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 3 Preparing to ride, Know your motorcycle controls — Ignition switch
36. C — Leave the motorcycle at home
If you are overexcited or depressed, or simply do not want to ride, don't. Riding takes your full attention.
Alcohol, drugs and fatigue · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 11 Being in shape to ride your bike, Fatigue
37. A — It can come off before the impact
Crash studies show loose helmets often come off during a collision. The helmet should fit snugly with the strap securely fastened.
Helmets and protective gear · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 3 Preparing to ride, Proper clothing — An approved helmet
38. D — Approved training or a basic ability road test
You either finish an SGI-approved motorcycle training course (strongly recommended) or pass the basic ability road test within three tries.
Endorsements and the MGDL program · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 17 Driver's licence information, Motorcycle endorsements
39. D — A loose load can catch in the wheel or chain
A loose load can get caught in the wheel or chain and lock the rear wheel, causing a skid. Check it each time you stop.
Passengers and cargo · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 15 Carrying passengers and cargo, Carrying loads
40. D — Right behind the leader
Put beginners right behind the leader, where more experienced riders behind them can watch.
Group riding · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 14 Group riding, Keep the group together
41. C — They may change lanes into you and block your escape
A vehicle beside you can move into your lane without warning and also blocks you if you need to swerve. Speed up or drop back.
Lane position and space · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 6–7 Position, Distance to the side
42. B — Missing nuts or bolts are easier to spot
Normal vibration loosens fasteners. On a clean motorcycle, loose or missing parts are easier to notice.
Equipment, maintenance and registration · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 12 and 16–18 Owning, maintaining and registering a motorcycle, Weekly motorcycle inspection
43. D — Apply them very lightly now and then
Test your brakes periodically in the rain; a very light application dries them out.
Night riding and bad weather · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 8 and 10 Riding at night and in bad weather, Riding in bad weather — Rain
44. C — Slow, look, roll, press
Slow before the turn, look through it, roll on the throttle gently, and press the handgrip on the side you want to turn.
Body position, turning, braking and gears · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 4 Precision, Turning
45. C — In the tire tracks of other vehicles
Oil builds up in the lane centre, especially near intersections. Ride in the wheel tracks of moving vehicles but avoid standing water.
Dangerous road surfaces · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 9 Handling dangerous surfaces, Slippery surfaces
46. A — Slow down; drivers may not pick out your light
Your single headlight can blend into the car lights behind you, so oncoming drivers are more likely to turn in front of you. Slow down.
Seeing, predicting and being seen · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 5 Perception and prediction, Nighttime visibility
47. D — Shift weight back and stay off the brakes
Hold the grips, keep straight, stay off the brakes and close the throttle gradually. With a front blowout, shift your weight as far back as you can.
Emergencies · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 13 Emergencies, Mechanical problems — Tire blowouts
48. D — When the centre wear bar is showing
Once the centre wear bar is exposed, very little tread is left and the tire must be replaced.
Controls and the daily check · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 3 Preparing to ride, Daily motorcycle check
49. B — It blocks the wind that tires you out
Wind, cold and rain make you tired quickly. A fairing or windshield reduces that exposure on long trips.
Alcohol, drugs and fatigue · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 11 Being in shape to ride your bike, Fatigue
50. D — Goggles, safety glasses or a face shield
Without a windshield that turns the airstream away from your face, the operator must wear goggles, safety glasses or a face shield.
Helmets and protective gear · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 3 Preparing to ride, Proper clothing — Eye and face protection
51. C — At motor licence issuers and driver exam offices
MGDL placards are available at all motor licence issuers and driver examination offices.
Endorsements and the MGDL program · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 17 Driver's licence information, MGDL restrictions and requirements
52. D — To avoid a surprise shift of balance
Passengers should say when they are ready to mount or dismount and wait for your OK, so the bike's balance does not shift unexpectedly.
Passengers and cargo · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 15 Carrying passengers and cargo, Riding with passengers — Instructing passengers
53. B — The left side
The leader rides on the left side of the lane and the second rider rides a little behind on the right side.
Group riding · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 14 Group riding, Keep your distance — Staggered formation
54. A — Keep your blocking position
Holding your blocking position, especially in heavy traffic or before turns, makes it hard for a driver to squeeze in beside you.
Lane position and space · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 6–7 Position, Sharing lanes
55. C — A parking brake
Motorcycles need front and rear brakes, a muffler and fenders or mud flaps, but a parking brake is not mandatory.
Equipment, maintenance and registration · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 12 and 16–18 Owning, maintaining and registering a motorcycle, Motorcycle equipment standards
56. C — After dark or in low light
Riding at dusk, at night and at dawn is more dangerous; most fatal crashes happen after dark or in low light.
Night riding and bad weather · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 8 and 10 Riding at night and in bad weather, Riding at night
57. A — Steady speed or light acceleration stabilizes the bike
A smooth roll-on through the turn settles the suspension and improves control. Avoid sudden acceleration while leaning.
Body position, turning, braking and gears · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 4 Precision, Turning
58. A — Just after it starts to rain
Pavement is most slippery right after rain begins, before the oil has washed off to the side of the road.
Dangerous road surfaces · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 9 Handling dangerous surfaces, Slippery surfaces
59. C — At a 45-degree angle, about 15 cm from the curb
Angling the bike at 45 degrees, about 15 cm out, gives you a better view when pulling out and makes the bike easier for other drivers to see.
Seeing, predicting and being seen · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 5 Perception and prediction, Brake light
60. B — The front tire is losing air
A flat front tire makes steering heavy; a flat rear tire makes the back of the bike move from side to side.
Emergencies · Based on: SGI Motorcycle Handbook (online edition, Rev. 2026), Ch. 13 Emergencies, Mechanical problems — Tire blowouts

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