Motorcycle Mock Test 02 by theorytestuk.co.uk | Aug 8, 2023 | 0 comments Welcome to your Motorcycle Mock Test 02 1. 5. Sometimes when you're riding in heavy rain your tyres can't displace the water fast enough. When this happens, water builds up between your tyres and the road - known as aquaplaning. What should you do to keep control when this happens? Use your rear brakes gently Steer to the crown of the road Ease off the throttle smoothly Change up to a higher gear 2. 38. Why should you take care when riding over this marked area? The next bus may be due It will alter your machine’s centre of gravity Pedestrians may be waiting at the bus stop Waiting buses may have dripped oil onto the road 3. 14. When must you use your headlights? When riding in a group When visibility is poor When carrying a passenger When parked on an unlit road 4. 21. You're riding in town at night. The roads are wet after rain. How will the reflections from wet surfaces affect your safety? They’ll make it easier to stop They’ll make it harder to accelerate They’ll make it easier to see unlit objects They’ll make it harder to see unlit objectsThey’ll make it harder to see unlit objects 5. 8. You're travelling on the motorway. How can you lower the risk of a collision when the vehicle behind is following too closely? Increase your distance from the vehicle in front Brake sharply Switch on your hazard warning lights Move onto the hard shoulder and stop 6. 31. Your overall stopping distance comprises thinking distance and braking distance. You're on a good, dry road surface, with good brakes and tyres. What's the typical braking distance at 50 mph? 14 metres (46 feet) 24 metres (79 feet) 38 metres (125 feet) 55 metres (180 feet) 7. 12. What can you do to be seen more easily when you're riding at night? Wear reflective clothing Wear waterproof clothing Keep your motorcycle clean Stay well out to the right 8. 16. What should you do to keep warm when you're riding in extremely cold conditions? Stay close to the vehicles in front Wear suitable clothing Lie flat on the tank Put one hand on the exhaust pipe 9. 36. You're riding past queuing traffic. Why should you be more cautious when you approach this road marking? Lorries will be unloading here Schoolchildren will be crossing here Pedestrians will be standing in the road Traffic could be turning here 10. 33. Why should you ride with dipped headlights on in the daytime? They help other road users to see you They mean that you can ride faster Other vehicles will get out of the way So that they’re already on when it gets dark 11. 25. After riding through shallow flood water, you notice your motorcycle's brakes aren't working properly. What would be the best way to dry them out? Ride slowly, braking lightly Ride quickly, braking harshly Stop and dry them with a cloth Stop and wait for a few minutes 12. 15. When will your overall stopping distance increase? When it's raining When it's sunny When it's dark When it's windy 13. 10. Where is your vehicle most likely to be affected by side winds? On a narrow country lane On an open stretch of road On a busy stretch of road On a long, straight road 14. 1. You’ve just gone through flood water. What should you do to make sure your brakes are working properly? Accelerate and keep to a high speed for a short time Go slowly while gently applying the brakes Avoid using the brakes at all for a few miles Stop for at least an hour to allow them time to dry 15. 34. What does the saying 'only a fool breaks the two-second rule' refer to? The time recommended when using the choke The time gap when following another vehicle in good conditions The time you should allow to restart a stalled engine The time you should keep your foot down at a junction 16. 2. What should you do if you have to ride in foggy weather? Stay close to the centre of the road Switch on only your sidelights Switch on your dipped headlights Ride in the gutter so you can see the kerb 17. 26. What should you do if you ride through shallow flood water? Ride quickly, in a high gear Ride slowly, in a high gear Ride quickly, in a low gear Ride slowly, in a low gear 18. 22. What will be affected if the road surface becomes soft in very hot weather? The suspension The exhaust emissions The fuel consumption The tyre grip 19. 24. What should you test when you've just ridden through shallow flood water? The starter motor The headlights The steering The brakes 20. 19. What should you do when you're using a contraflow system? Choose an appropriate lane in good time Switch lanes to make better progress Increase speed to get through the contraflow more quickly Follow other motorists closely to avoid long queues 21. 27. Why should you keep well to the left as you approach a right-hand bend? To improve your view of the road To overcome the effect of the road’s slope To let faster traffic from behind overtake To be positioned safely if you skid 22. 37. What's the safest way to stop when the road is wet? Change gear without braking Use the back brake only Use the front brake only Use both brakes 23. 30. You're riding in heavy rain. Your rear wheel skids as you accelerate. What must you do to regain control? Change down to a lower gear Ease off the throttle Brake to reduce speed Put your feet down 24. 18. What requires extra care when you're driving or riding in windy conditions? Using the brakes Moving off on a hill Turning into a narrow road Passing pedal cyclists 25. 20. When are motorcyclists allowed to use high-intensity rear fog lights? When a pillion passenger is being carried When they ride a large touring machine When visibility is 100 metres (328 feet) or less When they're riding on the road for the first time 26. 32. You're following a vehicle on a wet road. You stay a safe distance behind it. What should you do if a driver overtakes you and pulls into the gap you've left? Flash your headlights as a warning Try to overtake safely as soon as you can Drop back to regain a safe distance Stay close to the other vehicle until it moves on 27. 23. You're riding on an exposed stretch of motorway and there’s a strong side wind. When should you anticipate the effect of the wind? As you approach a service area When you overtake a large vehicle When there’s slow queuing traffic As you approach an exit slip road 28. 9. When will your overall stopping distance be increased? When you're riding at night When you're riding in fog When you're riding with a passenger When you're riding up a hill 29. 35. You're following other vehicles in fog. You have your headlights on dipped beam. What else can you do to reduce the chances of being in a collision? Keep close to the vehicle in front Use main beam instead of dipped headlights Keep up with the faster vehicles Keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front 30. 4. What should you do to make yourself more visible when riding at night? Wear reflective clothing Wear a tinted visor Ride in the middle of the road Give arm signals 31. 3. You’re riding in heavy rain. Why should you try to avoid this marked area? It’s illegal to ride over bus stops The painted lines may be slippery Cyclists may be using the bus stop Only emergency vehicles may drive over bus stops 32. 17. What lights should you use if you're riding at night on a busy main road? Main-beam headlights Daytime running lights Dipped-beam headlights Rear fog lights 33. 13. What should a motorcyclist avoid at a mini-roundabout? Turning right Using signals Taking 'lifesavers' The painted area 34. 11. How much can stopping distances increase in icy conditions? Two times Three times Five times Ten times 35. 7. Which road surface is most likely to reduce the stability of your motorcycle? Tarmac Shellgrip Concrete Loose gravel 36. 28. What should you do to help stay safe when you're riding in fog? Keep close to the vehicle in front Keep the vehicle in front in view Keep close to the centre of the road Keep your visor or goggles clear 37. 29. What can cause your motorcycle's tyres to lose their grip on the road surface and skid? Giving hand signals Riding one-handed Looking over your shoulder Heavy braking 38. 6. What should you do before starting a journey in the snow? Consider whether your journey is essential Try to avoid taking a passenger Plan a route avoiding towns Have a hot drink and a meal Time's up Submit a Comment Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.
