Massachusetts DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When approaching an uncontrolled intersection, you must ____. Look to your left. All of the listed answers. Look to your right Slow down.

2. What is the best path through a curve? It is close to the center line. It is the center of the road. It is different for each curve It is close to the edge of the road.

3. When you feel like a driver might try to share your lane, what should you do? Flash your brake light. Ride in the center lane position. Use hand signals Swerve from side to side.

4. What kind of vehicle intersection has a round, yellow warning sign as you are approaching, and a white 'cross zone' sign which is sometimes accompanied by a ringing bell, flashing lights, or red and white crossbar that gets lowered across the roadway? A boat crossing. A railroad crossing. A deer or duck crossing A pedestrian crossing. A school crossing.

5. In slow, tight turns: Lean the motorcycle only and keep your body straight. Lean your body more than the motorcycle. Do not lean.

6. What does a flashing yellow traffic light mean? It is a warning light-- proceed with caution. The speed limit is reduced ahead. No turning on a red signal You must stop before the light.

7. For most effective steering while riding a motorcycle, your hands should be positioned Above your elbows. Below your elbows. At or below elbow height With elbows locked.

8. You should cover the clutch and brake whenever you want to Alert others to your actions. Reduce your reaction time. Slow down Change lanes.

9. When is the best time for a motorcycle operator to use their headlight? During night time hours, between 20 mins after dusk and 30 mins before sunrise. None of the answers listed. When conditions are too dark for the operator to see 100 ft ahead clearly At all times during operation on massachusetts roadways. When other vehicles have their headlights turned on.

10. A solid white lane line means: None of the listed answers. You can cross this line if you wish you pass. You should not cross this ever You may only cross this if you are avoiding a hazard.

11. When riding through an area of potential hazards, what should you do? Skim your feet along the ground. Shift into a higher gear. Cover the clutch and the brake. Pull in the clutch.

12. It is difficult for other drivers to see motorcycles. which of the following can increase your visibility to others? Use your headlight. Wear proper clothing. Ride in the best lane position All of the above are correct.

13. What does an orange traffic sign pertain to? Orange signs are regulatory signs. Orange signs indicate a railroad crossing ahead. Orange signs warn of road work Orange signs have directions on them.

14. When turning a motorcycle, what should you avoid? Turning your whole head to see where you are going. Accelerating. Leaning with the motorcycle. Decelerating.

15. Always make sure you are ____ when downshifting. Driving slow enough. Driving up a steep hill. Exceeding the speed limit Using your turn signals.

16. When changing lanes on a multilane road, it is important to check the lane next to you and The far lane. In front of you. Behind you Your throttle.

17. In residential areas, signal your turn at least ____ feet before making a turn. 50 75 200 100

18. When should a passenger mount the motorcycle? After the engine is started. While it is still on the kickstand. Before the engine is started. Before the driver.

19. Which of the following is not true? You must be in good physical condition to ride a motorcycle. The center of the lane position is safe to ride in. Saddlebags should be filled with evenly distributed weight Motorcycles do not have blind spots.

20. While driving on a two-lane road you come to an intersection with a 4-lane highway-- what must you do? Avoid crossing the intersection at all costs. Make a left turn. Make a right turn Yield the right-of-way to vehicles on the highway.

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To operate a motorcycle in Massachusetts, you must have a motorcycle license. Licenses are issued by the Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV). You can apply for a motorcycle learner's permit at the age of 16. At age 16 ½, you can apply for a Class M motorcycle license. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle learner's permit, you must apply, submit your required documentation, pass the vision screening and the Class M knowledge test, and pay the fees. Once you have earned your motorcycle learner's permit, you can apply for a Class M license. Applicants over the age of 18 have the option to complete the Motorcycle Rider Education Program (MREP) or pass the Class M road test. Minors must successfully pass the MREP program and fulfill all junior operator requirements to receive a motorcycle license.

The Class M knowledge test is taken at your local RMV. The test contains 25 questions on road rules, the consequences of driving while under the influence of drugs and alcohol, and other safety issues. You must answer 18 of the questions correctly to pass. The Class M road test is taken at the RMV and assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail the road test twice, you must successfully complete an RMV approved basic riding course before you can schedule another exam.