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Use this motorcycle practice test question to prepare for the real written exam at the DMV or during your motorcycle safety course.
Which of the following is true about three-wheeled motorcycles?
- They operate just like a passenger car.
- You never need a motorcycle license to operate one.
- They handle curves differently than two-wheel motorcycles.
- Protective clothing and helmets are not necessary .
Find the answer to this question and an explanation below.
Answer
This topic may show up on your motorcycle permit test.
The answer is: C. They handle curves differently than two-wheel motorcycles.
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Explanation: Three-Wheeled Motorcycles
In order to pass your motorcycle permit exams and to become a safe rider, it’s important to know why a particular answer on the motorcycle written test is correct.
Three-wheeled motorcycles handle differently than two-wheeled motorcycles, especially in turns and curves.
A 3-wheeled motorcycle tends to be more stable than a two-wheel motorcycle, but since it cannot lean, it requires different steering and cornering techniques.
On a 3-wheel motorcycle, the front wheel points in the direction where you want the motorcycle to go rather than countersteering like you would on a 2-wheel motorcycle.
However, if you take a turn too fast or the curve is tight, the rear inside wheel may lift off the ground.
To turn a 3-wheel motorcycle:
- Slow down before you enter the turn by applying the brakes and rolling off the throttle.
- Turn your head to look through the turn where you want to go.
- Point the front wheel(s) in the direction where you want to go.
- Slightly lean your upper body in the direction of the turn.
- Steer towards the turn.
- Roll on the throttle as necessary for speed and stability through the turn.
You can find more information about this topic in the motorcycle rider’s handbook.
Check out more motorcycle permit test questions and answers here.
Find in-depth articles for new riders in our section dedicated to learning how to ride a motorcycle.
Plus, check out an overview of the requirements to get a motorcycle endorsement in each state.