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New Jersey Motorcycle Practice 1

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  1. 1. A motorcycle tire looks normally shaped before departure. How should the rider check its inflation?
  2. 2. During a pre-ride check, what should the throttle do when released?
  3. 3. A pre-ride inspection reveals broken strands in a motorcycle control cable. Why should this be addressed before entering traffic?
  4. 4. A motorcycle has separate hand and foot brake controls. How should the brake light be checked before riding?
  5. 5. On a chain-driven motorcycle, what is appropriate pre-ride preparation for the chain?
  6. 6. Your motorcycle mirrors are dirty and poorly aimed. When should you correct them?
  7. 7. Before riding a borrowed motorcycle, what should you learn about its controls?
  8. 8. On a conventional two-wheel motorcycle with foot pegs, how should the rider normally position their feet while moving?
  9. 9. Your motorcycle's turn signal has not canceled after you finish a maneuver. Why should you turn it off?
  10. 10. A driver at a side street appears to look directly at you on your motorcycle. What should you assume?
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  1. A motorcycle tire looks normally shaped before departure. How should the rider check its inflation?

    Correct answer: Use a gauge and the motorcycle's specified pressure

    A tire can be underinflated without looking different. Use the motorcycle manufacturer's specification and a gauge.

    Source: 2026 NJ Driver Manual, Chapter 10 Motorcycle Manual, printed 176, physical 178 > Motorcycle Check > Tires ↗

  2. During a pre-ride check, what should the throttle do when released?

    Correct answer: Return promptly to its resting position

    The manual says the throttle should snap back when released; a control that does not work smoothly needs attention before riding.

    Source: 2026 NJ Driver Manual, Chapter 10 Motorcycle Manual, printed 176, physical 178 > Motorcycle Check > Controls ↗

  3. A pre-ride inspection reveals broken strands in a motorcycle control cable. Why should this be addressed before entering traffic?

    Correct answer: A cable failure can make the motorcycle difficult to control

    The manual specifically calls for checking kinks and broken strands because a cable failure can compromise control.

    Source: 2026 NJ Driver Manual, Chapter 10 Motorcycle Manual, printed 176, physical 178 > Motorcycle Check > Cables ↗

  4. A motorcycle has separate hand and foot brake controls. How should the brake light be checked before riding?

    Correct answer: Check the light with each brake control

    The pre-ride check includes verifying brake-light operation from each brake control. This tests the light, not a universal braking-force distribution.

    Source: 2026 NJ Driver Manual, Chapter 10 Motorcycle Manual, printed 176, physical 178 > Motorcycle Check > Tail and Brake Light ↗

  5. On a chain-driven motorcycle, what is appropriate pre-ride preparation for the chain?

    Correct answer: Check adjustment and lubrication per the manual

    Correct adjustment and lubrication are vehicle-specific. This item applies to a chain drive, not a belt- or shaft-driven motorcycle.

    Source: 2026 NJ Driver Manual, Chapter 10 Motorcycle Manual, printed 176, physical 178 > Motorcycle Check > Chain ↗

  6. Your motorcycle mirrors are dirty and poorly aimed. When should you correct them?

    Correct answer: Clean and adjust them before riding

    Adjusting a mirror while riding is difficult and distracting; establish a useful view before departure.

    Source: 2026 NJ Driver Manual, Chapter 10 Motorcycle Manual, printed 177, physical 179 > Motorcycle Check > Mirrors ↗

  7. Before riding a borrowed motorcycle, what should you learn about its controls?

    Correct answer: Their locations and operation before joining traffic

    Familiarity includes finding and operating controls and learning the gear pattern before riding, not assuming every motorcycle is identical.

    Source: 2026 NJ Driver Manual, Chapter 10 Motorcycle Manual, printed 177, physical 179 > Get Familiar with the Motorcycle ↗

  8. On a conventional two-wheel motorcycle with foot pegs, how should the rider normally position their feet while moving?

    Correct answer: Keep them firmly on the pegs near the controls

    Firm footing supports balance and access to controls. Dragging a foot risks catching it on the ground.

    Source: 2026 NJ Driver Manual, Chapter 10 Motorcycle Manual, printed 178, physical 180 > Control for Safety > Body Position > Feet ↗

  9. Your motorcycle's turn signal has not canceled after you finish a maneuver. Why should you turn it off?

    Correct answer: Other road users may misunderstand your next movement

    A lingering signal gives misleading information. Cancel it after completing the turn or lane change.

    Source: 2026 NJ Driver Manual, Chapter 10 Motorcycle Manual, printed 181, physical 183 > See, Be Seen, and Be Heard > Signals > Turn Signals, note ↗

  10. A driver at a side street appears to look directly at you on your motorcycle. What should you assume?

    Correct answer: Eye contact is not proof that the driver will yield

    A driver may look toward a motorcycle without recognizing it. Keep assessing the potential conflict rather than relying on apparent eye contact.

    Source: 2026 NJ Driver Manual, Chapter 10 Motorcycle Manual, printed 182, physical 184 > See, Be Seen, and Be Heard > Horn, dangers and eye-contact paragraph ↗

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