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Question 1

What must you wear when riding a motorcycle?

Answer 1

A helmet that meets NZ standards (NZS 5430 or UNECE 22.05).

Question 2

Why should you wear protective clothing?

Answer 2

To reduce injury in a crash — jacket, gloves, boots, and long pants provide protection.

Question 3

Before applying for a motorcycle learner licence, what test must you pass?

Answer 3

The Basic Handling Skills Test.

Question 4

Where should you position your motorcycle in the lane?

Answer 4

Where you are most visible and have the best view of the road ahead (usually left wheel track in NZ).

Question 5

What should you do when riding on gravel or wet roads?

Answer 5

Reduce speed, increase following distance, and avoid sudden braking or sharp turns.

Question 6

What checks should you make before changing position or lane?

Answer 6

Check mirrors, blind spots, and signal clearly.

Question 7

What is the safest formation for group riding?

Answer 7

Staggered formation — lead rider in right wheel track, next rider in left wheel track, and so on.

Question 8

Can you carry a passenger on a learner licence?

Answer 8

No — learner riders cannot carry passengers.

Question 9

What is the alcohol limit for a learner rider?

Answer 9

Zero — no alcohol allowed.

Question 10

What does the beach variable speed sign mean?

Answer 10

60 km/h when no pedestrians, 30 km/h when pedestrians present.

Question 11

What does a curve advisory speed sign mean?

Answer 11

Recommended safe speed for the curve in good conditions (e.g., 35 km/h).

Question 12

What conditions apply to riding on a learner licence?

Answer 12

No passengers, no towing, no riding between 10 pm and 5 am, must display an L plate, only ride a LAMS-approved motorcycle.

Question 13

Which is the best kind of safety helmet to buy?

Answer 13

One that meets NZ standards and fits snugly.

Question 14

What should you do if your helmet is damaged?

Answer 14

Replace it immediately.

Question 15

Which item is a motorcyclist required to wear by law?

Answer 15

A safety helmet.

Question 16

What is the correct fit for your helmet?

Answer 16

Snug, comfortable, and secure without pressure points.

Question 17

Why is face protection important?

Answer 17

To protect eyes and face from wind, debris, and insects.

Question 18

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

Answer 18

Sturdy boots that cover the ankles.

Question 19

What is the main reason for wearing protective clothing?

Answer 19

To reduce injury in a crash and protect against weather.

Question 20

To be comfortable when you ride, where should you sit?

Answer 20

Upright, relaxed, and balanced.

Question 21

When seated on your motorcycle, where should your feet be?

Answer 21

On the footrests at all times.

Question 22

What will holding your knees against the petrol tank help you do?

Answer 22

Maintain stability and control.

Question 23

Why is a motorcycle often not seen by other road users?

Answer 23

Small size and narrow profile make it less visible.

Question 24

What would you do to help yourself be seen during the daytime?

Answer 24

Wear bright clothing and use headlights.

Question 25

Where is the best place on the road to position your motorcycle?

Answer 25

Where you are most visible and have the best view (usually left wheel track).

Question 26

What is the danger in not turning off your indicator?

Answer 26

Other drivers may think you are turning and pull out.

Question 27

Why is it dangerous to travel in other drivers’ blind spots?

Answer 27

They may change lanes without seeing you.

Question 28

What effect does an oncoming heavy vehicle have?

Answer 28

It can create wind turbulence and pull you toward it.

Question 29

If you ride behind a large truck, what should you do?

Answer 29

Stay well back to maintain visibility and avoid spray.

Question 30

If a dog rushes out in front of you, what should you do?

Answer 30

Slow down, don’t swerve sharply, and prepare to stop.

Question 31

If you get a blowout or puncture, what should you do?

Answer 31

Hold the handlebars firmly, ease off the throttle, and brake gently.

Question 32

If you see timber or debris and must ride over it, what should you do?

Answer 32

Approach straight, rise slightly off the seat, and keep the throttle steady.

Question 33

When riding in groups, what is the formation called?

Answer 33

Staggered formation.

Question 34

Where should beginner riders be placed in a group?

Answer 34

Behind the lead rider but ahead of the tail rider.

Question 35

When may you carry a pillion passenger?

Answer 35

Only if you have a full licence and the bike is equipped for it.

Question 36

Which equipment must a motorcycle have to carry a passenger?

Answer 36

A proper seat and footrests for the passenger.

Question 37

What is an engine seizure caused by?

Answer 37

Lack of lubrication or overheating.

Question 38

Signs that engine seizure is imminent?

Answer 38

Loss of power, unusual noises, and engine locking.

Question 39

When must you turn on your headlights?

Answer 39

When you can’t clearly see a person or vehicle 100 metres away.

Question 40

Safe following distance rule?

Answer 40

Use the two-second rule under normal conditions.

Question 41

At night, must you be able to stop in half the length of clear road you can see?

Answer 41

True.

Question 42

Does the legal definition of a road include beaches, bridges, carparks, streets, and motorways?

Answer 42

True.

Question 43

How must you signal when travelling straight ahead at a roundabout?

Answer 43

Signal left when exiting.

Question 44

Coming out of a driveway, do you give way to anyone using a footpath, cycle path, shared path, or the road?

Answer 44

True.

Question 45

When can you increase speed after seeing a 100 km/h sign?

Answer 45

Only after passing the sign.

Question 46

When must you be going 60 km/h after seeing a 60 km/h sign?

Answer 46

Before reaching the sign.

Question 47

Driving slower than the speed limit and vehicles are following—what should you do?

Answer 47

Pull over safely to let them pass.

Question 48

When passing a cyclist, how much room should you allow?

Answer 48

At least 1.5 metres.

Question 49

Can you use a hand-held cellphone for calls while driving?

Answer 49

No.

Question 50

Alcohol affects driving. True or false?

Answer 50

True.

Question 51

Drugs (including prescribed) affect driving. True or false?

Answer 51

True.

Question 52

Are you allowed to make a U-turn on a motorway?

Answer 52

No.

Question 53

Can you use a hand-held cellphone to text while driving?

Answer 53

No.

Question 54

What is the best way to merge when two lanes merge into one?

Answer 54

Zip merge (alternate vehicles).

Question 55

How must you signal when turning right at a roundabout?

Answer 55

Signal right on approach, then left when exiting.

Question 56

Curve speed sign (e.g., 35 km/h) means?

Answer 56

Recommended safe speed for the curve in good conditions.

Question 57

What must you do at a give way sign?

Answer 57

Slow down and give way to intersecting traffic.

Question 58

Can you use a right-turn bay to overtake a vehicle travelling straight ahead?

Answer 58

No.

Question 59

What does a solid yellow line on your side of the centre line mean?

Answer 59

No passing allowed.

Question 60

What does a roadworks sign with a roadworker holding STOP/SLOW mean?

Answer 60

Obey the roadworker’s instructions.

Question 61

Turning right: Which lane must you turn into?

Answer 61

The right lane.

Question 62

Turning left: Which lane must you turn into?

Answer 62

The left lane.

Question 63

Can you use the flush median to wait for a safe gap when turning right?

Answer 63

Yes.

Question 64

Can car A stop on the cycle lane while waiting to turn left?

Answer 64

No.

Question 65

General give way rule at intersections?

Answer 65

Give way to vehicles on your right and when turning across traffic.

Question 66

At controlled intersections, what must you do?

Answer 66

Obey signs and signals.