Motorcycle-Only Questions - Practice Driving Test

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

Why is it important for a motorcyclist to have face protection?

It keeps the helmet lighter

It protects your eyes and face from flying objects such as dust, insects, and other debris

It makes you look more stylish

It helps you ride faster

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Class 6 (Motorcycle)

Where should you sit to be comfortable when riding a motorcycle?

Far enough back in the seat so your elbows are slightly bent

Side-saddle, keeping one foot off the peg

Right at the very front of the seat, leaning on the tank

At the very back of the seat with arms fully stretched

None

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

Motorcyclists can suffer from a condition called hypothermia. What could cause hypothermia? (Select all that apply)

Eating a large meal before riding

Riding too fast on a warm sunny day

Getting cold from not wearing enough protective clothing

Getting cold, slowing down your reflexes and affecting concentration

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

In an emergency stop, how should you apply the brakes on a motorcycle?

Apply the front brake suddenly without using the rear

Release both brakes and rely on engine braking

Apply only the rear brake to avoid skidding

Apply both brakes firmly, with the front brake applied slightly before the rear

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Class 6 (Motorcycle)

Why are motorcyclists often not seen by other road users?

Because motorcycles always travel too fast

Because the outline of a motorcycle and rider is much smaller than other vehicles

Because motorcycles are the same colour as the road

Because motorcycles make no sound

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Class 6 (Motorcycle)

It is raining and you are approaching a red traffic signal. You notice a large patch on the road that looks like an oil spill. What should you do to stop safely?

Brake hard and swerve out of the way

Begin braking earlier than usual and keep the motorcycle upright

Ride slower and use the front brake first

Brake harder than normal

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Class 6 (Motorcycle)

What is the best kind of footwear to wear when riding a motorcycle?

Bare feet for better grip on the pedals

Running shoes with thin soles

Leather boots that cover your ankle

Jandals or sandals for easy movement

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Class 6 (Motorcycle)

At night, how can you get a better view of the road ahead?

Use your motorcycle’s high beam whenever possible

Ride close behind another vehicle to use its lights

Look directly into the headlights of oncoming vehicles

Switch off your headlight to avoid glare

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Class 6 (Motorcycle)

Where should your feet be when seated on your motorcycle?

On the footrests at all times, near the controls

Tucked up on the seat for comfort

Resting on the exhaust pipe to stay warm

Hanging loosely to the side for balance

None

10.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

When carrying a load on your motorcycle, how far may it extend in front and behind?

Any distance, as long as it is tied securely

Up to 2 metres in front and 2 metres behind

No more than 50 cm in front and behind

No more than 1 metre in front of the front wheel and behind the rear wheel

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11.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

What are the signs that an engine seizure may be imminent? (Select all that apply)

A change in engine sound

Loss of engine power

Brighter headlight beam

Sudden improvement in fuel economy

12.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

When riding during the daytime, what can you do to help yourself be seen? (Select all that apply)

Ride wearing bright coloured clothing

Ride in a position that avoids other drivers’ blind spots

Ride with your motorcycle headlights on low beam

Turn off your headlights to save battery power

13.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

If your motorcycle is more than 3 years old and was first registered in New Zealand or overseas prior to 1 January 2000, how often does it require a Warrant of Fitness (WoF)?

Every 12 months

Only when the police ask for it

Every 2 years

Every 6 months

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14.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

When do crosswinds commonly occur while riding a motorcycle?

Only when riding downhill

As soon as you start your engine

As you leave the protection of buildings, trees, or banks

Only when overtaking another motorcycle

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15.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

What is the best kind of safety helmet to buy for motorcycle riding?

One that looks stylish and matches your bike’s colour

One without a visor so you get more airflow

One that is second-hand and cheaper

One that has NZ standards approval stickers on it

None

16.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

Holding your knees against the petrol tank while riding will help you to:

Stop the engine from overheating

Keep your legs warm in cold weather

Balance as the motorcycle turn

Use less fuel while riding

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17.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

What does this sign mean?

Motorcycles may not park here

Motorcycles may only stop to drop off goods

A motorcycle may park to the left of this sign

Parking is allowed for all vehicles

None

18.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

What position should your motorcycle be in when braking in an emergency situation?

Upright, with both wheels in line and both brakes applied firmly

Standing on the footrests to balance without braking

Tilted to the side while braking hard

Leaning into the turn for extra grip

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19.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

Which brake is the most powerful on a motorcycle?

The handbrake

The engine brake

The rear brake

The front brake

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20.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

When passing parked vehicles, the main danger is that they may make U-turns or pull out without signalling.

False

True

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21.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

What are the usual causes of skidding on a motorcycle? (Select all that apply)

Riding on slippery surfaces (oil, gravel, wet roads)

Braking too hard

Turning too sharply or suddenly

Using both brakes together correctly

22.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

What are the most important things to remember when carrying a passenger on a motorcycle? (Select all that apply)

It changes the way the motorcycle balances and turns

It will take longer to slow down or speed up

The motorcycle will automatically adjust to the extra weight

You no longer need to wear protective clothing

23.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

What should you do if a dog rushes out in front of you while riding?

Speed up quickly to get past it

Close your eyes and ride straight through

Slow down, prepare to stop, and sound your horn

Kick at the dog to scare it away

None

24.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

Which brake is best to apply in an emergency on a motorcycle?

Only the rear brake, applied hard

No brakes at all—just swerve to avoid danger

Both front and rear brakes together, applied firmly and progressively

Only the front brake, applied suddenly

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25.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

Other drivers may think you are about to turn and pull into your path

It causes your headlight to stop working

It uses up too much battery power

It makes your speedometer less accurate

Other drivers may think you are about to turn and pull into your path

None

26.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

On a slippery surface, what can happen if you make a sudden change of direction or speed?

The motorcycle will stop more quickly

The motorcycle will automatically correct itself

The motorcycle can skid or lose control

Nothing will happen if you have good tyres

None

27.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

At night, how can you get a better view of the road ahead? (Select all that apply)

Keep your visor and windscreen clean and clear

Look directly into the headlights of oncoming vehicles

Reduce your speed to match visibility

Use your motorcycle’s high beam whenever safe to do so

28.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

What is the maximum speed when towing a motorcycle?

40 kph

30 kph

50 kph

20 kph

None

29.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

To ride your motorcycle legally and safely on the road, what must it have? (Select all that apply)

Neon lights fitted underneath the motorcycle

Current vehicle registration

A licence label and number plate that can be clearly seen

A current Warrant of Fitness (WoF)

30.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

What should you do if you are riding behind a large truck?

Stay far enough back so you can see the truck’s mirrors and have a clear view of the road ahead

Stay directly behind the truck so other drivers can’t overtake

Sound your horn regularly so the truck driver knows you are there

Ride very close to the truck to stay in its slipstream

None

31.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

In what position in the lane should you be when passing parked vehicles?

On the footpath to avoid traffic

Towards the right-hand side of your lane, to leave space in case a door opens

In the centre of the lane at all times

As close as possible to the parked vehicles

None

32.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

How much of a motorcycle’s braking power comes from the front wheel?

About 30%

About 90%

About 10%

About 70%

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33.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

Why is it dangerous to travel in another rider’s or driver’s blind spot?

Because it increases your fuel consumption

Because it makes your motorcycle harder to balance

Because they may not see you and could move into your path

Because it prevents your brakes from working properly

None

34.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

On a slippery surface, which brake should be used, and what can you do to avoid skidding? (Select all that apply)

Use the front brake first, taking care not to lock the wheel

Reduce your speed and begin braking earlier than normal

Brake while upright and avoid sudden moves

Accelerate quickly to get past the slippery section

35.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

If an oncoming vehicle seems ready to cross your path, what should you do? (Select all that apply)

Sound your horn continuously and hope the driver stops

Slow down as you approach the vehicle and be prepared to stop if necessary

Slow down and move slightly left in your lane while checking where the driver is looking

Speed up quickly to get past before the vehicle moves

36.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

If you must slow down while riding through a curve, how should you do this?

Use both brakes gently while keeping the motorcycle upright

Brake hard with the front brake only

Turn off the engine and coast through the curve

Accelerate quickly to stabilise the motorcycle

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37.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

When riding in a line of stopped or moving traffic, what should you do?

Take your hands off the handlebars to rest while waiting

Keep a safe following distance so you can stop safely if needed

Ride between the lanes to move ahead faster

Stay so close to the vehicle in front that others can’t merge in

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38.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

How will you notice if your motorcycle chain breaks? (Select all that apply)

Power is lost to the rear wheel

The engine will over-rev

The lights will go out

The brakes will stop working

39.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

Which equipment must a motorcycle have to enable you to carry a passenger? (Select all that apply)

A proper seat for the passenger

safety helmet for the passenger

Footrests for the passenger

A luggage rack to hold the passenger

40.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

When towing, what is the maximum speed you can ride if the trailer (including its load) is more than half the weight of your motorcycle?

50 kph

40 kph

60 kph

30 kph

None

41.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

What should you do if the front wheel locks up while braking on a motorcycle?

Accelerate quickly to regain balance

Release the front brake immediately

Put your feet on the ground to drag the bike to a stop

Hold the brake tightly until the motorcycle stops

None

42.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

What effect can an oncoming heavy vehicle have on a motorcyclist? (Select all that apply)

The wind will initially push you away, then suck you towards the vehicle

It will automatically increase your speed

The wave of air being pushed in front of it may affect your stability

It will recharge your motorcycle battery as it passes

43.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

If your motorcycle helmet gets dirty, how should you wash it?

With warm soapy water

By scrubbing it with sandpaper

With petrol or strong solvents

By spraying it with engine oil to make it shine

None

44.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

If a vehicle is in a position where it could enter your path, what should you assume?

That the driver will signal before moving

That the driver hasn’t seen you and will enter your path

That the driver has seen you and will wait

That the driver will speed up to get out of your way

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45.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

What should you do if another rider is following you too closely?

Wave them past while keeping your eyes off the road

Brake suddenly to warn them to back off

Slow down gradually and increase your following distance from the vehicle ahead

Speed up to get away from them

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46.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

What does countersteering enable you to do on a motorcycle?

Ride without using the handlebars

Stop the motorcycle without braking

Make the motorcycle go faster in a straight line

Swerve quickly around an object

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47.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

Is riding a motorcycle more tiring than driving a car?

Yes

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48.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

When carrying a load on your motorcycle, how far may it extend from either side?

Up to 1 metre either side from the centre

No restriction, as long as the load is tied securely

Up to 50 cm either side from the centre of the motorcycle

Up to 30 cm either side from the centre

None

49.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

What is the main reason for wearing protective clothing when riding a motorcycle?

To keep your clothes clean from dust and oil

To reduce injuries in the event of a crash

To make the motorcycle more comfortable to ride

To look stylish while riding

None

50.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

When riding at night, what are the most important things to do? (Select all that apply)

Wear reflective clothing and equipment to help you be seen

Switch off your headlight when following another vehicle

Turn your motorcycle headlights on high beam as much as possible (when safe)

Ride much faster to spend less time in the dark

51.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

When riding on slippery surfaces, what should you do?

Use the front brake first, taking care not to lock the wheel

Speed up

Slow down

Allow more time for braking by beginning to brake earlier than normal

52.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

If your motorcycle is more than 3 years old and was first registered in New Zealand or overseas on or after 1 January 2000, how often does it require a Warrant of Fitness (WoF)?

Every 12 months

Only when it breaks down

Every 2 years

Every 6 months

None

53.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

What should you do if you see a vehicle ahead of you about to pull out of a parking space or attempt a U-turn? (Select all that apply)

Ride with no change, assuming the driver has seen you

Approach the vehicle cautiously

Speed up quickly to pass before the vehicle moves

Be ready to slow down and, if necessary, sound your horn

54.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

If your motorcycle helmet is damaged, what should you do?

Keep using it if it still feels comfortable

Lend it to someone else instead of using it

Repair it yourself with glue or tape

Replace it immediately with a new, approved helmet

None

55.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

Motorcycles do not have blind spots

True

False

None

56.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

On a high-crowned road, what should you reduce your speed the most for?

Corners and curves

Straight sections of road

When stopping at traffic lights

When overtaking another vehicle

None

57.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

A large piece of timber is immediately in front of you and you have no option but to ride over it. What should you do to keep control? (Select all that apply)

Close your eyes and hold the handlebars loosely

Swerve suddenly at the last moment

Stand up slightly on the footrests

Keep a straight course

58.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

What should you do if you get a blowout or puncture on your motorcycle? (Select all that apply)

Ease off the throttle gradually

Hold the handlebars firmly

Steer carefully to the side of the road and slow down

Brake suddenly with both brakes

59.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

What is the correct fit for your motorcycle helmet?

Extremely tight so it causes pressure and headaches

A snug fit so it is secure but not uncomfortably tight

Very loose so it comes off easily

Any size, as long as the strap is fastened tightly

None

60.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

How should the quickest stops be made on a motorcycle?

By turning off the engine and coasting to a stop

By using only the front brake to stop quickly

By leaning the motorcycle and braking as hard as possible

With progressive braking, motorcycle upright, and both brakes applied firmly

None

61.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

When towing, what is the maximum speed you can ride if the trailer (including its load) is up to half the weight of your motorcycle?

70 kph

100 kph

90 kph

80 kph

None

62.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

Where is it best to place beginner riders when riding in groups?

At the very back of the group

At the front leading the group

In the middle of the group with no clear view ahead

Near the front, just behind the leader

None

63.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

What is an engine seizure caused by?

Having a flat tyre

Using the wrong type of fuel

Lack of lubrication or cooling, causing engine parts to overheat and lock together

Riding at a slow speed for too long

None

64.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

Whilst riding, where is the best place on the road to position your motorcycle?

In the lane position that gives you the best view of the road ahead and makes you most visible to other road users

Right in the centre of the lane at all times

As close as possible to the kerb

Directly beside another vehicle to keep pace with traffic

None

65.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

What should you do in any kind of skid while riding a motorcycle?

Keep both feet on the footrests

Brake harder to stop the skid quickly

Accelerate suddenly to regain balance

Close your eyes and hold the handlebars tightly

None

66.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

By law, what items are required for a passenger when travelling on a motorcycle? (Select all that apply)

Footrests to place their feet on

A reflective jacket

Gloves

An approved safety helmet

67.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

What should you do to keep control of your motorcycle if you encounter a rough or uneven surface? (Select all that apply)

Slow down and maintain a steady speed

Accelerate quickly to get through the rough patch

Keep a firm grip on the handlebars and stay relaxed

Rise slightly on the footrests to absorb shocks

68.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

What is the major cause of motorcycle crashes at intersections?

Motorcycles always going too fast through intersections

Riders forgetting to signal when turning

Another vehicle pulling out or turning across the rider’s path

Traffic lights suddenly changing colour

None

69.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

What is the formation called when motorcyclists ride in groups?

Staggered formation

Double-file line

Single-file line

Random formation

None

70.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

To drive your motorcycle legally and safely on the road, what must it have? (Select all that apply)

Current vehicle registration

A current Warrant of Fitness (WoF)

Working lights and brakes

Racing number plates

71.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

What is the best thing to do before going through a curve on a motorcycle?

Release both hands from the handlebars for balance

Look only at the road directly in front of your wheel

Speed up to get through the curve quickly

Slow down to a safe speed before entering the curve

None

72.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

When may you carry a pillion passenger on a motorcycle?

Anytime, as long as the passenger wears a helmet

When you have a restricted licence, if the passenger also has a licence

Only when you hold a full Class 6 licence

As soon as you get your learner licence

None

73.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

What effect can an oncoming heavy vehicle have on a motorcyclist? (Select all that apply)

The wind will initially push you away, then suck you towards the vehicle

The wave of air being pushed in front of it may affect your stability

It will automatically increase your speed

It will recharge your motorcycle battery as it passes

74.

Class 6 (Motorcycle)

What item is a motorcyclist required to wear by law?

Gloves and leather boots

A brightly coloured jacket

Sunglasses to reduce glare

A helmet that meets NZ safety standards

None

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