Is the Delaware Motorcycle Written Test Hard?

If you are fully prepared for it, the Delaware written exam can be easier than you think, and fully preparing each of our customers is our top priority at Zutobi. We give you the tools you need, like bite-sized pieces of information and useful visuals that are specially designed to be easy to understand and remember, so you can be fully prepared and confident on test day.

How Can I Get My Motorcycle License in Delaware?

After you’ve earned your motorcycle permit, here's how to receive your license: Your motorcycle permit is valid for 6 months and you must adhere to the permit restrictions while operating a motorcycle. If you are over the age of 18, you will need to pass a written knowledge test and a skills test in order to receive your motorcycle license. Your DMV skills test may be waived if you enroll in and complete an approved motorcycle rider education program. If you are under the age of 18, the motorcycle rider education program is a requirement in order to receive your motorcycle license. You will also need to provide parental consent at the time of your license application if you are under 18 years old.

Delaware DMV Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 2024

The BAC limit for motorcyclists is:

The BAC limit also applies to motorcyclist riders. The BAC limit is 0.08 for drivers 21 years old or older, but you may be affected at a much lower BAC and be an unsafe rider after as little as one alcoholic beverage.

Riding with under-inflated tires will ______ the risk of tire blowout.

Riding with under-inflated tires will increase the risk of tire blowout. Remember to check your tires air pressure and the tire tread depth regularly.

Which statement is true regarding motorcyclists?

Motorcyclists are harder to spot compared to cars and relatively unprotected in case of a crash. As a rider, you should keep that in mind as you select clothing.

As you slow down to stop,:

By shifting down as you slow down or stop, you will be in a correct gear for your speed. As you come to a stop, you should remain in first gear so you can move out quickly if needed.

You want to pass the vehicle in front of you, but you’re approaching a curve with limited visibility. What should you do?

Don’t pass near any curve, crest or hill with limited visibility! Even if you think the road is clear, there may be oncoming traffic hiding just behind the curve. You can pass after the curve if the road is clear.

Who is required to yield the right-of-way at uncontrolled T-intersections?

At uncontrolled T-intersections, traffic on the terminating road must yield to traffic on the through road.

You're turning right at an intersection. What should you especially watch out for?

When turning at an intersection, be aware that you may cross paths with pedestrians on the road you're turning into.

When approaching the intersection, check if there are pedestrians nearby and check once more before turning. Remember to yield to them if needed.

When leaving the freeway you should:

You must prepare to exit well in advance by positioning yourself in the correct lane, adjusting your speed, and signaling. Be aware that it can be difficult to judge your speed once you slow down or move off the freeway.

You have poured too much engine oil into the tank. What should you do?

Excess oil in the engine can be problematic as it will create excess crankcase pressure. This can damage seals and cause leaks.

How should you position your motorcycle in the lane before passing?

To increase your line of sign and make you more visible before passing another vehicle, you can position yourself in the left portion of your lane. After checking the mirrors and blind spot, signal and move into the left lane, accelerate, and overtake the vehicle. Drive as quickly as you can through the blind spot. Signal again and look in your mirrors before returning to your original lane.

What should you always do before leaving your motorcycle parked?

While there are situations when you should activate the parking lights and/or check the lights, you don't have to do it each time. However, you should always use the steering lock! Consider using additional locking devices to prevent theft.

What should you do after passing or being passed by a large vehicle?

The most important thing to do after passing or being passed by a larger vehicle is to ensure you are able to see hazards and that others can see you. Create a space cushion around your motorcycle immediately after passing or being passed.

You're turning right at an intersection. Do you have to yield to pedestrians crossing the street?

When turning, look for pedestrians on the road you're turning into and be prepared to yield if they are crossing the street.

You should always try to yield to pedestrians regardless if they are right or wrong as they are much more vulnerable than other road users except bicylists.

Everything appears _____ in the convex "bugeye/fisheye" mirrors used on some motorcycles

Some motorcycles use convex mirrors to provide a wider view of the road behind the motorcycle than flat mirrors. Convex mirrors make everything appear smaller and farther away than they really are.

Upon looking in your rear-view mirror, you notice that another driver is tailgating you. Which statement is true?

If you are being tailgated, you should allow for the tailgater to pass by slowing down and/or changing lanes. Lightly tap your brakes a couple of times to warn the tailgater that you are about to slow down.

Consider pulling over to let the tailgater pass if you’re riding on a two-lane road where passing is prohibited.

Which lane must you use to turn left? The ____ or any lane permitting a left turn.

It’s very dangerous to turn from the wrong lane. Make sure to position yourself in the correct lane well in advance. In this case, you should begin the turn from the left-most lane or any lane permitting a left turn.

You have to communicate to your passenger to tighten his or her hold when:

There are many situations you must warn your passenger to tighten his or her hold, such as the ones described here. Describe these situations for your passenger before the trip so he or she will know what to look for and to listen for your instructions as you ride. The passenger may not hear you during the trip so a lot of responsibility is on the passenger to hold tight in the right situations.

On wet roads, how can you tell if your tires are losing their grip on the road surface?

If your steering suddenly feels very light in wet conditions, the tires may have lifted off the surface of the road and "surf" on top of the water. In case of hydroplaning, stop accelerating but don’t brake until your steering returns to normal.

There’s a stopped car with its brake lights activated on the road shoulder ahead. What should you keep in mind when passing the car?

As the driver hasn’t turned off the ignition, he/she may attempt to enter traffic suddenly. In most cases, the driver will look for approaching traffic before pulling out into traffic, but that isn’t always the case.

Always look for an indication that a driver may pull out, such as a turning movement in the front wheels.

You are riding on a wet road. Which brake(s) should you use to stop?

Use both brakes for maximum stability and braking pressure when stopping on wet roads. Also, increase the following distance to account for the increase in braking distance. Plan ahead so you can break in good time.