Iowa DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. If the rear wheel locks, you should Grab the front brake. Increase the throttle. Not release the brake Release the brake.

2. In locations where there is oil and grease buildup, the best lane position is Not important. The left or right part of the lane. In the blind spot The center portion.

3. While riding your motorcycle in high-risk areas, you must cover ____ to reduce the time you need to react. Your head with a helmet. Your eyes with goggles. Your whole travel lane. The clutch and both brakes.

4. If your motorcycle begins to wobble, it is important not to Adjust your weight. Close the throttle. Grip the handlebars tightly Accelerate out of the wobble.

5. If you are riding with a group of motorcycles, is it safe to share a lane? Yes, because motorcycles are smaller than cars. No, because sharing a lane will not leave enough room for you to maneuver. Yes, because you can communicate with each other better No, because it is illegal to share a lane with another vehicle.

6. It is important that a passenger Lean as the motorcyclist leans. Keep his or her feet on the foot pegs. Sit as far forward as possible Do all of the above.

7. What are your responsibilities while operating a motorcycle on the road? All of the answers listed. Be visible to other motorists. Communicate your intentions Search your path. Maintain an adequate distance.

8. When using saddlebags, it is important to Distribute the load evenly. Fill one bag before the other one. Only fill them with approved contents Only use them if they are completely full.

9. When approaching an intersection where a vehicle may cross your path Come to a complete stop even if you have the right-of-way. Always yield to vehicles approaching the intersection. Beep your horn to warn other drivers Cover the clutch and brake to reduce your reaction time.

10. When approaching an intersection, the best way to reduce your reaction time is to Avoid using the highest gear. Avoid wearing a full-face helmet. Keep the clutch pulled in when not accelerating Cover the clutch and the brake.

11. It may be important to change your lane position if you are Riding on a multilane road. Being followed. Riding in a residential area Approaching a blind intersection.

12. If the front brake locks, what should you do? Release the brake and reapply it smoothly. Release it, and apply the rear brake only. Pull the engine kill switch Keep it applied until you come to a complete stop.

13. What is the minimum time there should be between you and a vehicle in front of you. 4 seconds. Eight seconds. Ten seconds. Two seconds. Five seconds.

14. What does choosing the best lane position mean? Your space cushion is maximized. You are avoiding hazards on the road. You are not in a blind spot You are doing all of these.

15. When entering a curve where should you position your bike? Do nothing differently. None of the answers listed. To the left of the lane To the right of the lane. To the center of the lane.

16. Which lane position should you ride in to increase your line of sight? The right. Any lane position. The center. The left.

17. What are the 4 steps to making a proper turn? Slow, press, look, roll. Press, look, slow, roll. Look, press, roll, slow. Slow, look, press, roll.

18. A motorcycle can be ridden between lanes of traffic In designated areas. When traffic is at a standstill. At no time Only if all traffic is headed in the same direction.

19. Convex side mirrors on motorcycles make cars seem Closer than they are. Bigger than they are. Farther away than they are Smaller than they are.

20. Before changing lanes on a multi-lane road, you should check Only the lane next to you. Your signal light. The lane next to you and the far lane Only the far lane.

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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.