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SAAQ motorcycle test 6R: 10 free questions with answers

Ten practice questions on operating a motorcycle, with the answer and explanation under each one.

Good to know: the SAAQ requires 85% on the section about operating a motorcycle. These questions are original, written from the official guide “Operating a Motorcycle”. Test details: motorcycle knowledge test: what to expect.

These questions are original (not official SAAQ questions); the answer is shown under each question.

Question 1

How many hours of practical training on a closed track does the driving-school course include?

  1. A 6 hours
  2. B 10 hours
  3. C 16 hours
  4. D 32 hours
Answer

Answer: C — 16 hours

Closed-track practical training is 4 blocks of 4 hours, for 16 hours. The 32 hours is the total length of the course, not the closed-track part alone.

Source: SAAQ, Operating a Motorcycle (4th ed.), ch. 2 (Before Learning to Operate a Motorcycle), « The Principal Steps in Obtaining a Licence to Operate a Motorcycle », PDF p. 19 (Conduire une moto)

Question 2

According to the guide, about what share of the information you need for decision making do your eyes provide?

  1. A About 50%
  2. B About 65%
  3. C About 75%
  4. D About 90%
Answer

Answer: D — About 90%

Your eyes provide around 90% of the information needed for decision making, which is why good vision and good observation strategies are essential.

Source: SAAQ, Operating a Motorcycle (4th ed.), ch. 2 (Before Learning to Operate a Motorcycle), « Points to Consider Before Learning to Operate a Motorcycle », PDF p. 16 (Conduire une moto)

Question 3

Why is it harder to keep a motorcycle balanced at low speed?

  1. A Because the wheels' gyroscopic effect is almost non-existent
  2. B Because centrifugal force becomes too strong
  3. C Because kinetic energy is higher
  4. D Because inertia pushes the motorcycle backward
Answer

Answer: A — Because the wheels' gyroscopic effect is almost non-existent

The faster the wheels rotate, the stronger the gyroscopic effect. At low speed it is almost non-existent, so balance is harder to keep.

Source: SAAQ, Operating a Motorcycle (4th ed.), ch. 1, « Laws of Physics – Gyroscopic Effect », PDF p. 32 (Conduire une moto)

Question 4

Above 25 km/h, what must you do to lean the motorcycle into a right-hand curve?

  1. A Push forward on the right handlebar
  2. B Push forward on the left handlebar
  3. C Shift your upper body to the outside of the curve without touching the handlebars
  4. D Squeeze the clutch lever
Answer

Answer: A — Push forward on the right handlebar

Above 25 km/h you countersteer: you push forward on the handlebar on the same side as the curve. For a right-hand curve, that is the right handlebar.

Source: SAAQ, Operating a Motorcycle (4th ed.), ch. 1, « Driving Techniques – Countersteering », PDF p. 59 (Conduire une moto)

Question 5

Approximately what percentage of a motorcycle's braking capacity does the front brake provide?

  1. A 30%
  2. B 50%
  3. C 90%
  4. D 70%
Answer

Answer: D — 70%

The front brake provides approximately 70% of braking power; the rear brake provides about 30%.

Source: SAAQ, Operating a Motorcycle (4th ed.), ch. 1, « How a Motorcycle Works – Front brake lever » and « Driving Techniques – Using the Brakes », PDF pp. 39 and 57 (Conduire une moto)

Question 6

In the safe riding position, what should you do with your knees?

  1. A Spread them apart for more flexibility
  2. B Extend them fully forward
  3. C Lift them up onto the handlebars
  4. D Hug the gas tank with them
Answer

Answer: D — Hug the gas tank with them

Hugging the gas tank with your knees helps you keep balance and stability in a turn or curve and apply counterbalancing and countersteering properly.

Source: SAAQ, Operating a Motorcycle (4th ed.), ch. 1, « Driving Techniques – Adopting a Safe Riding Position », PDF pp. 52-53 (Conduire une moto)

Question 7

If your motorcycle starts to shimmy (handlebars shifting abruptly right and left), what should you avoid doing?

  1. A Holding the handlebars firmly
  2. B Gradually releasing the throttle
  3. C Braking or looking down
  4. D Squeezing the clutch lever
Answer

Answer: C — Braking or looking down

Braking or looking down amplifies the shimmy or wobble. Hold the handlebars firmly without trying to control the vibration.

Source: SAAQ, Operating a Motorcycle (4th ed.), ch. 1, « Reacting in Special Situations – Shimmying or Wobbling », PDF p. 81 (Conduire une moto)

Question 8

You ride through a puddle and the motorcycle hydroplanes. What should you avoid doing?

  1. A Turning the handlebars and braking
  2. B Releasing the throttle
  3. C Looking as far ahead as possible
  4. D Holding the handlebars firmly
Answer

Answer: A — Turning the handlebars and braking

During hydroplaning, avoid turning the handlebars and braking. Hold the handlebars firmly, because the shock of suddenly regaining grip could cause you to lose control.

Source: SAAQ, Operating a Motorcycle (4th ed.), ch. 1, « Reacting in Special Situations – Hydroplaning », PDF p. 87 (Conduire une moto)

Question 9

With which part of the hand do you normally operate the emergency cut-off (engine kill) switch?

  1. A The right thumb
  2. B The left thumb
  3. C The four fingers of the right hand
  4. D The palm of the left hand
Answer

Answer: A — The right thumb

The emergency cut-off switch is operated with the right thumb. It must be switched back to ON before restarting the engine.

Source: SAAQ, Operating a Motorcycle (4th ed.), ch. 1, « How a Motorcycle Works – Emergency cut-off (engine kill) switch », PDF p. 40 (Conduire une moto)

Question 10

Why is it dangerous to forget to deactivate the turn signal after a manoeuvre?

  1. A Because the battery drains quickly
  2. B Because other road users may misread your intentions and merge into your lane
  3. C Because the signal blocks the headlight
  4. D Because the motorcycle slows down on its own
Answer

Answer: B — Because other road users may misread your intentions and merge into your lane

A signal left on can make others think the motorcyclist is turning, and they may merge into the lane.

Source: SAAQ, Operating a Motorcycle (4th ed.), ch. 1, « How a Motorcycle Works – Turn signal », PDF p. 42 (Conduire une moto)

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