These are questions 21-40 in the motorbike-specific section of the free Road Code practice website
at drivingtests.co.nz Why is it dangerous to travel in other riders'
blind spots?
A blind spot is where a motorist can't see you when they're facing forward.
You're essentially hidden from view and even if they glance in their mirrors they're unlikely
to see you.
Therefore the risk is that the other motorist is likely to move into your space, risking
an accident.
What items are required by law for a passenger when travelling on a motorcycle?
Check all that apply.
Only a helmet is required by law, but it's a good idea to have boots, a jacket, long
pants and sunglasses as these all add protection.
But answer A is the only answer because it's the only piece of clothing required by law.
Why is face protection important?
Check all that apply.
It protects the rider's eyes and face from wind, rain dust, insects and other debris.
When in a line of stopped or moving traffic what should you do?
Stay in the centre of your lane.
This gives you the most options within your lane to move away from danger.
It also means you're the most visible to other road users.
If a motorbike only had one indicator working would it fail its warrant of fitness?
The answer is yes -- all your lights must be working.
Which equipment must a motorcycle have to enable you to carry a passenger?
Check all that apply.
You'll need foot pegs for you and your passenger, and enough room for your seat for two people
without crowding.
You don't need a lap belt for the passenger, and the engine size isn't specific.
Which brake is the most powerful on a motorbike?
The front brake assumes between 75-90% of the braking duties, therefore the front brake
needs to be the most powerful.
If you ride behind a large truck, what should you do?
Large trucks have large blind spots.
These are areas where you can't be seen in the driver's mirrors.
You should ride fairly far back and either on the left or the right so that you can see
the vehicle's side mirror.
If you can see the mirror, then the driver can see you.
If another rider or driver follows you too closely, what should you do?
Courteous driving means that you shouldn't hold up other riders or drivers, so simply
pull to the left to let them past.
If you're in an emergency situation and need to control your bike, which of these is best?
The bike will tend to go where you are looking.
So avoid looking at the obstacle that you don't want to hit, and look where you want
to go because the bike will tend to steer that way
Is riding a motorbike more tiring than driving a car?
The answer is yes.
How will you notice if your chain breaks?
When your chain breaks your engine doesn't have any resistance against it turning so
the engine will over-rev and you will lose power.
When towing, if your trailer, including its load, is more than half the weight of your
motorcycle, what's the maximum speed you can ride?
The answer is 40 kilometres per hour.
When passing parked vehicles, in what position in the lane should you be?
Staying in the right of your lane means that you'll be more visible to those vehicles and
it'll also give you more of a buffer should a vehicle start to move out.
What motorbike helmet standards are acceptable in New Zealand?
Check all that apply.
All of these are acceptable in New Zealand.
What's the most important thing to do when riding at night?
As a motorcyclist you're already less visible than other road users, so make yourself more
visible at night.
As a restricted licence holder what's the maximum CC of a bike you're allowed to ride?
The answer is 660cc as long as it's LAMS-approved.
It's raining and you're about to stop at a red light, but see that there's a large area
that looks like an oil spillage.
What should you do to stop safely?
Check all that apply.
Staying upright is important.
You shouldn't ride through the stop light because you might be hit by another vehicle.
You should use both brakes but apply the front one first.
Don't apply the rear one first.
If possible try to steer away from the oil, but don't make any sudden moves and don't
try to steer if you are on the oil.
What does this sign mean?
This sign shows that motorcycles can park to the left.
What is an engine seizure caused by?
Engine seizures happen when there's not enough lubrication.
Without oil, the engine's moving parts can't move smoothly against one another and the
engine will overheat.