NZ Motorbike Driving Behaviour Flashcards
7 cards from real New Zealand Motorbike Driving Test practice questions. Tap to flip, then mark Knew It or Still Learning — missed cards come back until you master them.
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You are approaching traffic lights that have been green for a long time. What should you do?
Answer: Prepare to stop — the lights may change to amber soon
A light that has been green for a long time is likely to change soon, so you should reduce speed and be ready to stop safely.
A motorcyclist is lane filtering in slow-moving traffic in New Zealand. What must they ensure?
Answer: Lane filtering is completely prohibited in New Zealand for all riders
As of current NZ road rules, lane filtering (splitting) is not legally permitted — motorcyclists must stay in their lane like other vehicles.
What is the main purpose of wearing high-visibility gear as a motorcyclist?
Answer: To make yourself more conspicuous to other road users and reduce crash risk
High-visibility gear significantly increases the chance that other road users will see you, reducing the risk of being involved in a 'looked but failed to see' collision.
When accelerating out of a corner on a wet road, a motorcyclist should:
Answer: Gradually roll on the throttle smoothly as the bike straightens
Smooth, progressive throttle application prevents rear wheel spin on slippery surfaces and keeps the bike stable as it exits the corner.
Which document must a motorbike owner carry or have available when stopped by police in New Zealand?
Answer: Rider licence, vehicle registration, and evidence of warrant of fitness (WOF)
In New Zealand, riders should be able to produce their licence, registration, and current WOF when required by police.
You are riding on a motorway and need to exit. When should you begin signalling?
Answer: At least three seconds before changing lanes toward the exit
You should signal well in advance — at least three seconds — before moving into the exit lane so other road users can anticipate your movement.
What is 'target fixation' and why is it dangerous for motorcyclists?
Answer: Looking at an obstacle or hazard, which tends to steer the bike toward it
Target fixation occurs when a rider stares at a hazard and, because the bike tends to follow where the eyes look, inadvertently steers toward it.