Maine DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. In which of these situations would you use the engine cut-off switch? When being followed by a tailgater. When you need to avoid slipping on slippery surfaces. When your throttle is stuck. When you need to stop quickly.

2. Studies have shown that most crashes involved riders who Did not separate braking from swerving or who did not swerve when it was appropriate to do so. Underbraked the front tire and overbraked the rear. Lacked one of the above skills Lacked none of the above skills.

3. While braking is the right thing to do, what are some other things for the drivers to do to avoid collisions? All of the answers listed. Pay attention at all times. Turn quickly Speed up quickly.

4. What type of group formation should be used when riding through curves? In pairs. Staggered formation. Single file. V-shaped formation.

5. What is the longest amount of time your exhaust is allowed to emit visible smoke other than water vapor? Five seconds. One minute. Ten seconds. There is no time limit. One second.

6. Which component of vision is important to driving skill? All listed items are correct. Clear vision. Distance judgment Good side vision. Night vision.

7. You are turning onto a road with one lane of traffic moving in each direction. taking a right turn too fast could cause you to Hit the vehicle in front of you. Tip over your motorcycle. Veer into the opposing traffic lane Run off the right edge of the road.

8. Which of the following is a condition under which headlights must be used? A half-hour after sunset. When using windshield wipers. When driving a motorcycle at any time When visibility is less than 1000 ft. All listed choices are correct.

9. The best position for traction when it is raining is The left lane position. In the tracks left by other drivers. The center lane position The shoulder of the road.

10. Which of the following is true regarding trucks and buses? When stopped behind a truck on an incline, you should stay to the left for visibility. It is safe to use high beams when following a truck. Riding directly behind a truck will save gas due to the wind drag They have shorter stopping distances than cars.

11. You should flash your brake light when you are about to stop and you are Stopping more quickly than others will expect. Being followed too closely. Stopping in an unusual place Doing any of these.

12. When riding in a group, motorcyclists should ride In pairs. In an alternate formation. In single file In a staggered formation.

13. In which of the following situations should you increase your following distance? Slippery conditions. Heavy traffic. When being tailgated. All of these situations.

14. If you brake hard on a straightaway and your rear wheel locks Pull the engine kill switch. Release the brake and only use the front brake. Release all brakes and coast to a stop Keep the rear wheel locked until stopped.

15. What statement about maine motor vehicle insurance requirements is false? If you don't have proof of insurance, your license can be suspended. You do not need to show proof of insurance for a vehicle that you are driving, but do not own. You must show proof of insurance when you register a vehicle You must have insurance for every vehicle you own.

16. How can you increase your visibility at blind intersections? Flash your brake light. Always ride in the center lane position. Stop beyond the stop line so you will be seen Ride in the lane portion in which you will be seen first.

17. Which of the following should be checked before each ride? Clutch and throttle. Brakes. Tires. All of these.

18. Which of the following is a valid question that would come from part i: maine driver's license? At a 4 way stop, who has the right of way?. What are demerit points?. What is a safe speed?. None of the answers listed. What does 'implied consent' mean?.

19. When sitting properly on a motorcycle, your arms should be Bent slightly. Positioned with your hands above your elbows. Positioned with your elbows locked At a 90-degree angle.

20. How long does someone who moves to maine have to give up their old out-of-state license and get a maine license? Within 1 year. Within 6 months. Within 60 days Within 30 days. Within 90 days.

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To operate a motorcycle in Maine, you must have a motorcycle license. Licenses are issued by the Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV). At age 16, you can apply for a license, permit, or endorsement on your current license. However, all applicants under the age of 18 must complete a basic driver's education course before completing the requirements for a motorcycle license. A motorcycle license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle permit, you must apply, submit your required documentation, successfully complete a hands-on rider education program, pass the vision screening and the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To receive a motorcycle license or endorsement on your driver's license, you must complete the permit process, submit your application and documentation, pass the motorcycle road skills test, and pay the fees. If you successfully passed a road skills test as part of your basic rider course, the motorcycle road test may be waived.

The motorcycle exams are taken through your local BMV. The knowledge exam contains 25 questions about motorcycle safety, operation, and road signs. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle road skills test assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail a test, you must check with the BMV to reschedule your next test.