Iowa DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. In proper riding posture Your knees are against the gas tank. Your arms are slightly bent. Your feet are resting firmly on the footrests All of the above are true.

2. If your ride over a rain groove or bridge grate it may cause your bike to do what? No change will be noticeable. Spin. Weave Wobble. Stall.

3. If you are wearing face protection that gets damaged while you are riding what should you do? Do nothing and fix it when you arrive at your destination. Take your face protection off while still riding. Keep your eyes on the road and your hands on the handlebars and pull over when it is safe None of the answers listed. Immediately pull over and fix the problem.

4. How can you ride safely on slippery surfaces? Increase your speed to maintain balance. Reduce your speed and avoid sudden moves. Lean opposite to the motorcycle during turns Ride on the slipperiest portion of the lane.

5. Which of the following is not a part of the 4 steps for better control while turning? Listen. Press. Slow Look. Roll.

6. Distances are harder to judge at night. you should Avoiding riding at night. Increase your speed. Increase your following distance Ride only on rural roads.

7. If someone is following you to closely what should you do? Change lanes and let them pass. Pump your brakes to make them slow down. Speed up to get away from them Honk your horn repeatedly. Let them pass and tailgate them.

8. The best way to protect your eyes is with A face shield. A three-quarter helmet. A windshield Eyeglasses.

9. You should maintain an adequate space cushion around your motorcycle When you first learn to ride. At all times. When carrying cargo When carrying passengers.

10. The best protection from other vehicles is Choosing the right helmet. Maintaining an adequate space cushion. Using your high beam Wearing protective clothing.

11. The safest place to ride in the rain is In the tire tracks of other drivers. On main roads only. In the center lane position On the shoulder of the road.

12. In order to avoid hazardous situations, you should Avoid carrying passengers. Be able to swerve. Search the road ahead Watch other vehicles.

13. To increase your chances of being seen by another vehicle Ride in areas where there are lots of motorcycles. Wear reflective clothing. Ride only during the day Avoid driving in heavy traffic.

14. Increase your visibility at an intersection by Looking in your mirrors. Coming to a complete stop. Riding in the staggered formation Choosing the most visible lane position.

15. What is the best way to stop quickly? Use the front brake only. Use the rear brake only. Apply both brakes evenly. Pull the engine cut off switch.

16. If you believe that your motorcycle has not triggered a light sensor while stopped at a traffic light, when can you proceed? After waiting for 120 seconds. When it is safe to do so. After waiting two light cycles. All of these.

17. To be effective at protecting the motorcycle operator from hazards, proper face and eye protection must have which of the following attributes: All of the answers listed. Allow air to pass through and be resistant to penetration by objects. Be reasonably free from scratches and give a clear view on either side Securely fastened so that it cannot be blown off. Allow for enough room for eye and sunglasses.

18. There is (are) ____ possible lane position(s) available to a motorcycle in a single lane of traffic. One. Two. Three. 4

19. To avoid lurching while downshifting, what should you do? Never shift below second gear. Brake while shifting. Only downshift if you are an experienced rider Make sure the motorcycle is traveling slow enough for the gear.

20. A brake light on a motorcycle is harder to see than on a regular vehicle. what should you do to make your brake light more noticeable to other motorists? Do nothing differently. Flash your brake light. Honk your horn repeatedly Rev your engine loudly. Ride with your hazard lights on.

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To operate a motorcycle in Iowa, you must have a Class M license or a motorcycle endorsement on your driver's license. Licenses are issued by the Motor Vehicle Division (MVD). At age 14, you can apply for a motorcycle instruction permit or moped-only license. At age 16, you can apply for a motorcycle endorsement or Class M license. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle instruction permit, or moped-only license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the vision screening and motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. The moped-only license also requires that you pass the operator knowledge test, if you do not already have an instruction permit or license, and complete a moped education course. A driving test may also be required. To receive a Class M license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pay the fees, and pass the vision screening, motorcycle knowledge test, operator knowledge test, and the motorcycle skills test. To receive a motorcycle endorsement on your current license, you must pass the vision screening, motorcycle knowledge test, and motorcycle skills test.

Tests are scheduled through the MVD. The motorcycle knowledge test contains 25 questions covering road rules and safe riding practices. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle rider skills test assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail a test, you must wait one business day to retake it.