Missouri DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. What is the best way to reduce your reaction time? Cover the clutch and the brake. Hover your hand over the kill engine switch. Hold the clutch in at all times. Keep your toe on the foot brake.

2. It is dangerous to ride beside a line of parked cars because Someone may open his or her door into your path. Traction is poor beside parked cars. You may collide with a car It decreases visibility.

3. Help stabilize your motorcycle in a turn by Applying the rear brake. Decreasing the throttle. Increasing the throttle Pulling in the clutch.

4. While you are riding on a curvy road, your motorcycle position should Stay on the right side of the lane. Stay in the center of your lane. Change constantly to give you the best view Stay on the left side of the lane.

5. How should one ride over a grating? As fast as possible. At an angle. In a zigzag In a relaxed straight line.

6. Motorcycles are especially in danger when being passed by large vehicles because Large vehicles cannot accelerate as fast as motorcycles. Large vehicles tend to swerve into your lane. Large blasts of wind can affect your control Their drivers are often tired from working long hours.

7. Which of the following statements about crossing an intersection is true? Increase your speed as you approach an intersection. Select a lane position that will most increase your visibility to other drivers. Always ride with your headlight off Always count on eye contact as a sign that a driver will yield.

8. What is a hazard that you must watch for when being passed by another vehicle? Extended side mirrors. Wind blasts from larger vehicles. Objects being thrown from windows. All of the above.

9. A motorcycle rider must maintain a minimum safe following distance of ____ behind the vehicle ahead. 4 seconds. One second. Two seconds. Three seconds.

10. When crossing railroad tracks, you should cross at a 90-degree angle In residential and rural areas. Only when signs tell you to. Unless that path will take you into an oncoming traffic lane At all times.

11. How can you prevent fatigue while riding? Protect yourself from the elements. Take frequent breaks. Limit the length of your trip All of the above are correct.

12. When should you use signals while riding? All listed answers. Any time you prepare to make a turn. When changing lanes When entering the freeway.

13. How can you prevent yourself from using too much throttle? Start with your right wrist flat. Only ride in lower gears. Start with your right wrist raised Keep the clutch pulled in.

14. When carrying a passenger, your motorcycle will Respond slower than normal. Easily tip over. Respond the same as without a passenger Respond quicker than normal.

15. When evaluating potential hazards, you should be looking for Road characteristics. Traffic controls. All these answers are correct Other vehicles.

16. When following another vehicle, the ____ of the lane position is the best for being seen. Left. Center. Right. Left or right.

17. Which of the following should you not do if you are being tailgated? Change lanes to let them pass. Let them get in front of you. Speed up to get away from them Slow down to allow them to pass.

18. More than half of all motorcycle crashes happen on motorcycles ridden by the operator for less than ____ months. 2 3 6 4

19. If your front wheel locks, your best course of action is to Release the rear brake only. Release the brake and reapply it smoothly. Use the rear brake only Continue applying the brake.

20. To help absorb the shock of riding over large obstacles, you should Pull in the clutch. Increase the throttle. Lift yourself slightly off the seat Apply the front brake.

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About Motorcycle Permit Practice Tests

To operate a motorcycle in Missouri, you must have a Class M license or a motorcycle endorsement on your driver's license. Licenses are issued by the Department of Revenue (DOR). At age 15 ½, you can apply for a motorcycle learner's permit. At age 16, you can apply for a motorcycle endorsement or Class M license. A motorcycle permit, endorsement, or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads. Minors must follow the graduated driver license (GDL) requirements.

To receive a motorcycle learner's permit, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the vision screening and the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To receive a Class M license or motorcycle endorsement on your driver's license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the motorcycle skills test, and pay the fees. Applicants under the age of 18 must also complete a motorcycle driver safety course. The knowledge and driving tests will be waived for drivers over the age of 18 who complete the course.

The tests are taken at your local Missouri license office. The motorcycle knowledge exam contains 25 questions on motorcycle safety and driving skills. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle skills test covers basic vehicle control and crash-avoidance skills. It also tests your ability to handle a variety of traffic conditions. If you fail a test, you must wait one day to retake it.