Safety Margins Motorcycle Theory Test

Welcome to your Safety Margins Motorcycle Theory Test

Why is it important to ride with dipped headlights on during the day?

A. They help other road users to see you

B. They mean that you can ride faster

C. Other vehicles will get out of the way

D. So that they’re already on when it gets dark

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Your overall stopping distance includes both thinking distance and braking distance. On a good, dry road surface with well-maintained brakes and tires, what is the typical braking distance at 50 mph?

A. 14 metres (46 feet)

B. 24 metres (79 feet)

C. 38 metres (125 feet)

D. 55 metres (180 feet)

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What can you do to increase your visibility when riding at night?

A. Wear reflective clothing

B. Wear a tinted visor

C. Ride in the middle of the road

D. Give arm signals

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Why is it important to exercise caution when riding over this marked area?

A. The next bus may be due

B. It will alter your machine’s centre of gravity

C. Pedestrians may be waiting at the bus stop

D. Waiting buses may have dripped oil onto the road

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Under what circumstances are motorcyclists permitted to use high-intensity rear fog lights?

A. When a pillion passenger is being carried

B. When they ride a large touring machine

C. When visibility is 100 metres (328 feet) or less

D. When they’re riding on the road for the first time

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While riding in heavy rain, if your rear wheel starts to skid as you accelerate, what actions should you take to regain control?

A. Change down to a lower gear

B. Ease off the throttle

C. Brake to reduce speed

D. Put your feet down

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Under what circumstances will your overall stopping distance increase?

A. When it’s raining

B. When it’s sunny

C. When it’s dark

D. When it’s windy

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How will a soft road surface in very hot weather impact your motorcycle?

A. The suspension

B. The exhaust emissions

C. The fuel consumption

D. The tyre grip

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How will the reflections from wet surfaces impact your safety while riding in town at night?

A. They’ll make it easier to stop

B. They’ll make it harder to accelerate

C. They’ll make it easier to see unlit objects

D. They’ll make it harder to see unlit objects

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When you're following a vehicle on a wet road and maintaining a safe distance, what should you do if another driver overtakes you and fills the gap you've left?

A. Use your rear brakes gently

B. Steer to the crown of the road

C. Ease off the throttle smoothly

D. Change up to a higher gear

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After driving through flood water, what steps should you take to ensure your brakes are functioning correctly?

A. Accelerate and keep to a high speed for a short time

B. Go slowly while gently applying the brakes

C. Avoid using the brakes at all for a few miles

D. Stop for at least an hour to allow them time to dry

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After riding through shallow flood water, if you find that your motorcycle's brakes aren't functioning properly, what is the best method to dry them out?

A. Ride slowly, braking lightly

B. Ride quickly, braking harshly

C. Stop and dry them with a cloth

D. Stop and wait for a few minutes

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What does the saying "only a fool breaks the two-second rule" mean?

A. The time recommended when using the choke

B. The time gap when following another vehicle in good conditions

C. The time you should allow to restart a stalled engine

D. The time you should keep your foot down at a junction

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Where is your vehicle most likely to experience the impact of side winds?

A. On a narrow country lane

B. On an open stretch of road

C. On a busy stretch of road

D. On a long, straight road

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When will your overall stopping distance be greater?

A. When you’re riding at night

B. When you’re riding in fog

C. When you’re riding with a passenger

D. When you’re riding up a hill

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When you're following a vehicle on a wet road and maintaining a safe distance, what should you do if another driver overtakes you and fills the gap you've left?

A. Flash your headlights as a warning

B. Try to overtake safely as soon as you can

C. Drop back to regain a safe distance

D. Stay close to the other vehicle until it moves on

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Why is it important to stay well to the left when approaching a right-hand bend?

A. To improve your view of the road

B. To overcome the effect of the road’s slope

C. To let faster traffic from behind overtake

D. To be positioned safely if you skid

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What actions should you take if you need to ride in foggy weather?

A. Stay close to the centre of the road

B. Switch on only your sidelights

C. Switch on your dipped headlights

D. Ride in the gutter so you can see the kerb

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What actions should you take when navigating a contraflow system?

A. Choose an appropriate lane in good time

B. Switch lanes to make better progress

C. Increase speed to get through the contraflow more quickly

D. Follow other motorists closely to avoid long queues

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How can you reduce the risk of a collision on the motorway if the vehicle behind you is tailgating?

A. Increase your distance from the vehicle in front

B. Brake sharply

C. Switch on your hazard warning lights

D. Move onto the hard shoulder and stop

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What steps should you take before embarking on a journey through the snow?

A. Consider whether your journey is essential

B. Try to avoid taking a passenger

C. Plan a route avoiding towns

D. Have a hot drink and a meal

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What steps can you take to improve your visibility while riding at night?

A. Wear reflective clothing

B. Wear waterproof clothing

C. Keep your motorcycle clean

D. Stay well out to the right

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Which type of road surface is most likely to decrease your motorcycle's stability?

A. Tarmac

B. Shellgrip

C. Concrete

D. Loose gravel

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By how much can stopping distances increase in icy conditions?

A. Two times

B. Three times

C. Five times

D. Ten times

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What actions should you take if you ride through shallow floodwater?

A. Ride quickly, in a high gear

B. Ride slowly, in a high gear

C. Ride quickly, in a low gear

D. Ride slowly, in a low gear

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What lights should you use when riding at night on a busy main road?

A. Main-beam headlights

B. Daytime running lights

C. Dipped-beam headlights

D. Rear fog lights

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What should a motorcyclist steer clear of at a mini-roundabout?

A. Turning right

B. Using signals

C. Taking ‘lifesavers’

D. The painted area

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What is the safest method for stopping on a wet road?

A. Change gear without braking

B. Use the back brake only

C. Use the front brake only

D. Use both brakes

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When riding on an exposed stretch of motorway with a strong side wind, when should you expect to feel the impact of the wind?

A. As you approach a service area

B. When you overtake a large vehicle

C. When there’s slow queuing traffic

D. As you approach an exit slip road

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What steps should you take to stay warm while riding in extremely cold conditions?

A. Stay close to the vehicles in front

B. Wear suitable clothing

C. Lie flat on the tank

D. Put one hand on the exhaust pipe

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What measures should you take to stay safe while riding in fog?

A. Keep close to the vehicle in front

B. Keep the vehicle in front in view

C. Keep close to the centre of the road

D. Keep your visor or goggles clear

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If you're riding in heavy rain, why should you steer clear of this marked area?

A. It’s illegal to ride over bus stops

B. The painted lines may be slippery

C. Cyclists may be using the bus stop

D. Only emergency vehicles may drive over bus stops

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What can make your motorcycle's tires lose traction and skid on the road?

A. Giving hand signals

B. Riding one-handed

C. Looking over your shoulder

D. Heavy braking

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What should you check after riding through shallow floodwater?

A. The starter motor

B. The headlights

C. The steering

D. The brakes

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When following other vehicles in fog with your headlights on dipped beam, what additional measures can you take to lower the risk of a collision?

A. Keep close to the vehicle in front

B. Use main beam instead of dipped headlights

C. Keep up with the faster vehicles

D. Keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front

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What needs extra attention when you're driving or riding in windy conditions?

A. Using the brakes

B. Moving off on a hill

C. Turning into a narrow road

D. Passing pedal cyclists

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When is it necessary to use your headlights?

A. When riding in a group

B. When visibility is poor

C. When carrying a passenger

D. When parked on an unlit road

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Why should you exercise extra caution when approaching this road marking while riding past queuing traffic?

A. Lorries will be unloading here

B. Schoolchildren will be crossing here

C. Pedestrians will be standing in the road

D. Traffic could be turning here

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