AB Class 6 Motorcycle Test Exam Flashcards

Q: How many questions are on the Alberta Class 6 motorcycle knowledge test, and how many can I miss?

The test has 30 multiple-choice questions and you need 25 correct to pass, per the Government of Alberta Rider's Guide and Alberta.ca. That means you can miss no more than 5 questions.

Q: How often can I retake the Alberta Class 6 knowledge test if I fail?

Alberta.ca states that knowledge tests can be retaken once per day, and each attempt requires purchasing a new test permit. Alberta does not publish an escalating wait period for repeated failures -- the once-per-day rule applies regardless of how many times you've failed.

Q: What official materials should I study for the Class 6 knowledge test?

Study the Government of Alberta Rider's Guide for motorcycle-specific controls, gear, and riding technique, plus the Driver's Guide for Alberta road rules, signs, and signals -- the test draws from both.

Q: Do I need a Class 7 licence before I can get a Class 6 motorcycle licence?

Yes. Alberta requires you to hold at minimum a Class 7 learner's licence for one year before advancing to Class 6, then pass both the knowledge test and the road test.

Q: Is there a published pass rate for the Alberta Class 6 knowledge test?

No. Alberta.ca and the Government of Alberta Rider's Guide publish the passing score (25/30) and test format, but they do not publish an aggregate pass rate for test-takers.

Question 1

What is the minimum age to apply for a Class 6 motorcycle licence in Alberta?

Accepted Answer

16 years old. You must also have held at minimum a Class 7 learner's licence for one year before advancing to Class 6.

Question 2

What two tests must a rider pass to hold a full Class 6 motorcycle licence and ride without a supervisor?

Accepted Answer

The Class 6 knowledge test (30 questions, 25 needed to pass) and the Class 6 road test. Passing both removes the supervision requirement.

Question 3

How many demerit points trigger a suspension for a Class 6-GDL rider?

Accepted Answer

8 or more demerit points. GDL riders are held to this lower threshold than fully licensed drivers.

Question 4

How long is the Class 6-GDL probationary period, and what two conditions end it?

Accepted Answer

A minimum of two years. To exit GDL, the rider must be at least 18 and have gone 12 months suspension-free.

Question 5

Who is allowed to supervise a Class 7 learner riding a motorcycle before the Class 6 road test is passed?

Accepted Answer

A full non-GDL Class 6 licence holder, who can ride the same motorcycle, follow on another motorcycle, or follow in a vehicle.

Question 6

Can motorcycle rider training shorten the Class 6-GDL probationary stage?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Approved rider training can reduce probation by up to 6 months when condition code U is added and other eligibility requirements are met.

Question 7

What blood alcohol concentration is permitted for a Class 7 learner or Class 6-GDL rider?

Accepted Answer

Zero. Learners and GDL riders face zero tolerance for alcohol or drugs, unlike the WARN range (0.05%-0.079%) that applies to fully licensed riders.

Question 8

What restriction applies to a Class 7 learner riding a motorcycle at night?

Accepted Answer

Class 7 learners face a night-riding restriction roughly from midnight/sunset to 5 a.m./sunrise, on top of their zero-BAC and supervision rules.

Question 9

Which four helmet standards are recognized as approved for motorcycle riding in Alberta?

Accepted Answer

CSA (Canadian Standards Association), DOT (US Department of Transportation), SNELL (Snell Memorial Foundation), and BSI (British Standards Institute).

Question 10

Which gives better crash protection: a full-coverage helmet or a shorty helmet?

Accepted Answer

A full-coverage helmet. It protects the face and chin and offers the best protection; a shorty helmet covers the least and is the least recommended type.

Question 11

How can a rider check that a helmet fits properly?

Accepted Answer

Try to remove it without unbuckling the strap -- a properly fitted helmet will not come off or loosen. If it slips off easily, it doesn't fit.

Question 12

Why should a rider use a clear, not tinted, eye or face shield at night?

Accepted Answer

A clear lens preserves visibility in low light, while a tinted or dark shield reduces night vision and hazard detection.

Question 13

What footwear is recommended for motorcycle riding?

Accepted Answer

Boots or shoes that cover the ankles and have grippy soles, protecting against impact and providing solid footing at stops.

Question 14

What should a rider do if they start feeling fatigued during a ride?

Accepted Answer

Stop and rest rather than continue riding. Fatigue slows reaction time and raises crash risk, similar to impairment.

Question 15

What BAC range puts a fully licensed (non-GDL) rider in the WARN suspension range?

Accepted Answer

0.05% to 0.079%. At 0.08% and above it becomes a criminal offence; GDL and learner riders instead face zero tolerance.

Question 16

What is the clutch 'friction zone' on a motorcycle?

Accepted Answer

The point where the clutch begins engaging power to the rear wheel. It's used for smooth starts, hill starts, and slow-speed control.

Question 17

How should a rider get a motorcycle moving from a stop on an uphill grade?

Accepted Answer

Hold the rear brake while easing into the clutch friction zone, then release the rear brake as the clutch engages and the bike moves forward.

Question 18

What five items should a pre-trip inspection cover?

Accepted Answer

Tires (pressure, tread, damage), lights (head, brake, signal, horn), fluids (oil level and colour), the drive system (chain, belt, or shaft), and throttle return.

Question 19

Why does a pre-trip inspection check that the throttle 'returns to closed' on its own?

Accepted Answer

A throttle that doesn't snap back to idle can stick open, creating an uncontrolled-acceleration hazard while riding.

Question 20

At what angle should a motorcycle be parked in an angled curb stall, and how close to the curb?

Accepted Answer

45 to 60 degrees to the curb, with the rear wheel positioned within about 50 cm of it.

Question 21

Which direction should a motorcycle always be parked on a hill?

Accepted Answer

Facing uphill. This keeps the bike from rolling forward unexpectedly and keeps it stable on the slope.

Question 22

What should a rider match gear selection to when downshifting?

Accepted Answer

Road speed. Matching gear to speed keeps the engine and drivetrain in the effective power range for control and acceleration.

Question 23

Besides daily pre-trip checks, what maintenance does a motorcycle need on a recurring yearly basis?

Accepted Answer

Yearly servicing and storage maintenance beyond the daily checklist, to keep the motorcycle roadworthy over the long term.

Question 24

Which portion of the lane should you normally ride in on a two-lane road?

Accepted Answer

The left portion of the lane. It maximizes your visibility to oncoming traffic and keeps you clear of road-edge debris.

Question 25

Which lane position should you take when passing parked cars?

Accepted Answer

The left portion of the lane, increasing your space cushion in case a car door opens or a pedestrian steps out.

Question 26

Which lane position should you move to when approaching a blind hill crest?

Accepted Answer

The right portion of the lane, giving more reaction space if an oncoming vehicle drifts over the centre line.

Question 27

Where should you position yourself on a multi-lane road next to the dividing yellow line?

Accepted Answer

The right portion of your lane, keeping distance from oncoming traffic across the yellow line.

Question 28

What lane position should you take when a large vehicle is passing you?

Accepted Answer

The right portion of the lane, gripping the handlebars firmly to manage wind buffeting from the passing vehicle.

Question 29

An oncoming vehicle is signaling a left turn across your path. Where should you position your motorcycle?

Accepted Answer

Move to the centre or right portion of the lane, increasing your visibility to the turning driver and your escape space.

Question 30

A vehicle is about to enter the road from your right. Where should you position yourself?

Accepted Answer

Move to the left portion of the lane, increasing the space and time available if the entering vehicle doesn't yield.

Question 31

What following distance should a rider keep behind the vehicle ahead under normal conditions?

Accepted Answer

At least 2 to 3 seconds, giving enough time to react if the vehicle ahead brakes suddenly.

Question 32

What must a rider always do immediately before changing lanes?

Accepted Answer

A shoulder check, to cover the blind spot that mirrors alone cannot show.

Question 33

What continuous scanning pattern should a rider use when approaching an intersection?

Accepted Answer

Scan left, centre, right, and repeat -- constantly searching every direction for vehicles, pedestrians, and hazards before committing to cross.

Question 34

During a normal stop, which brakes should a rider apply?

Accepted Answer

Both the front and rear brakes together, using the forward weight transfer for maximum controlled stopping power.

Question 35

During hard braking, roughly what share of traction shifts to the front tire?

Accepted Answer

About 75%. This is why the front brake supplies most of the stopping power while the rear brake contributes less.

Question 36

What is 'threshold braking'?

Accepted Answer

Applying maximum brake pressure right up to the point just before the wheel locks, giving the shortest stopping distance while keeping control.

Question 37

What is 'push-steering' used for on a motorcycle?

Accepted Answer

Pressing forward on the handgrip in the direction you want to lean -- the technique used to initiate and hold a lean through a curve.

Question 38

What should a rider do before entering a curve, and where should they look while in it?

Accepted Answer

Slow down before entering, then look through the curve toward the exit -- not down at the road right in front of the wheel.

Question 39

If the front wheel locks up while braking, what should the rider do?

Accepted Answer

Release the front brake slightly, then reapply it smoothly. Keeping it locked can cause a sudden loss of steering control and a fall.

Question 40

If the rear wheel locks up on dry pavement, what is the recommended response?

Accepted Answer

Generally keep it locked until stopped, since releasing a locked rear wheel on pavement can trigger a high-side fall.

Question 41

What should a rider do if the motorcycle begins hydroplaning?

Accepted Answer

Hold a steady speed and avoid braking or sudden throttle changes until traction returns; braking can cause loss of control.

Question 42

What is the safest response to a stuck (open) throttle?

Accepted Answer

Pull in the clutch to disconnect power from the rear wheel, then use the engine kill switch to shut off the engine.

Question 43

What following distance should a rider keep when carrying a passenger?

Accepted Answer

3 to 4 seconds, longer than the normal 2-3 second gap, because the added weight increases stopping distance.

Question 44

What should a rider do before a passenger mounts or dismounts the motorcycle?

Accepted Answer

Signal that it's safe, and keep the motorcycle stable and braked while the passenger gets on or off.

Question 45

Where should cargo be positioned on a motorcycle?

Accepted Answer

Low and as close to the rear axle as possible, keeping the centre of gravity stable and minimizing handling changes.

Question 46

What is the maximum recommended size for a group riding together?

Accepted Answer

No more than five riders per group, keeping it manageable and reducing following-distance risk.

Question 47

What formation should a riding group normally use, and what should they avoid?

Accepted Answer

A staggered formation, alternating left and right lane positions -- never riding side-by-side in the same lane position.

Question 48

When should a riding group switch to single-file formation?

Accepted Answer

In curves, on hills, and on narrow bridges -- situations where the staggered formation doesn't leave enough space cushion.

Question 49

In a staggered group, how far back and on which side does the third rider follow?

Accepted Answer

About 2 seconds behind, positioned on the same side of the lane as the leader (first rider).

Question 50

When a staggered group needs to change lanes, which rider moves first?

Accepted Answer

The last rider in the group moves first, then each rider ahead follows in turn up to the leader.

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