Oklahoma Motorcycle Permit Practice Test

Correct answer: Comfortably, so your arms steer the bike rather than hold you up

Sit so you are comfortable and can reach all the controls, using your arms to steer rather than to hold yourself up. That lets you react quickly to hazards.

Correct answer: Wear a quality, securely fastened helmet

A quality, securely fastened helmet is the single most effective way to improve your chances of surviving a crash, because head injuries cause most motorcycle fatalities.

Correct answer: Just after it starts to rain, before oil washes to the side

Oil and dust build up on the pavement, and the first rain lifts them into a slick film before washing them away. Those opening minutes are the most treacherous, so slow down and add space.

Correct answer: Legally operate a motorcycle

An "L" endorsement on a valid Class D driver license is what authorizes you to operate a motorcycle in Oklahoma. It is added to the license you already carry.

Correct answer: Only experienced riders should attempt it, with extra caution

The extra weight affects acceleration, braking, and balance. Because it takes practice and preparation, the MSF advises that only experienced riders carry passengers or large loads.

Correct answer: Never saw the motorcycle

A motorcycle's outline is far smaller than a car's, and drivers are not looking for one. Because they so often simply never see you, your biggest safety job is making yourself easy to spot.

Correct answer: Far enough forward that your arms are slightly bent

Sit far enough forward that your arms are slightly bent when you hold the grips. Bent arms let you press on the bars to steer without stretching.

Correct answer: The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)

Choose a helmet that meets U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) standards. A Snell Memorial Foundation label offers added assurance of quality.

Correct answer: Slow before reaching it, then cross gently with little steering or braking

Loose surfaces offer poor traction. Get your slowing done first, then ride across smoothly and upright — hard braking or turning on the loose surface is what causes a slide.

Correct answer: A motorcycle-only license or a motorcycle permit

If you do not hold a Class D license, Oklahoma issues a motorcycle-only restricted license or a motorcycle permit so you can still ride. Riders who already hold a Class D license add the "L" endorsement instead.

Correct answer: Keep both feet on the footrests, even when stopped, and hold onto you

Feet stay firmly on the footrests even at stops, and the passenger holds your waist, hips, belt, or the handholds. Firm footing keeps them from slipping off and pulling you off with them.

Correct answer: At all times, day and night

A headlight is one of the easiest ways for others to notice you. Studies show that in daylight a motorcycle with its light on is about twice as likely to be seen, so keep it on day and night.

Correct answer: Hold your balance as the motorcycle turns

Keep your knees against the gas tank. This helps you keep your balance as the motorcycle leans and turns.

Correct answer: Three-quarter (open-face) and full-face

There are two main helmet types: three-quarter (open-face) and full-face. Both protect well if they meet DOT standards, fit snugly, and are free of defects; the full-face type also protects your chin and face.

Correct answer: Become slippery, especially when wet

Smooth painted lines and metal offer far less grip than pavement and turn slick in the rain. Cross them upright, and avoid braking or turning while your tires are on them.

Correct answer: Restriction "0"

A motorcycle-only restricted license carries the "L" endorsement plus a "0" restriction. The "0" restriction marks the license as limited to motorcycle operation.

Correct answer: Stay directly behind you and lean with you

A passenger should lean with you, not against you, and it helps to look over your shoulder in the direction of the turn. Leaning the wrong way fights the motorcycle and upsets its balance.

Correct answer: Bright-colored, reflective gear

Your body is about half the visible area of the rider-and-motorcycle unit. Bright orange, red, yellow, or green with reflective material stands out in traffic, while dark clothing disappears against the road.

Correct answer: Firmly on the footrests, near the controls, with toes up

Keep your feet firmly on the footrests, close to the controls so you can use them quickly. Do not drag your feet, and keep your toes up so they do not catch between the road and the footrests.

Correct answer: A DOT helmet still lets you see as far to the sides as you need

A study of more than 900 crashes found no case where a helmet kept a rider from spotting danger. A DOT-compliant helmet lets you see as far to the sides as you need.