Missouri DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When should you flash your brake light? All listed answers. When you are being tailgated. When you slow more quickly than expected When you slow where it isn't common.

2. When riding in a group, you can help ensure the group stays together by Placing beginners at the front. Checking your mirrors frequently. Riding single file Riding in pairs.

3. Keeping distance provides which of the following? A cushion of space. Room to maneuver. All listed answers Time to react.

4. Which of the following can affect a rider? A couple of drinks. A prescription medicine. An illegal drug All listed answers.

5. 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.

6. Where is the engine cut-off switch located? Near the right handgrip. Near the left foot pedal. Near the left handgrip. Near the right foot pedal.

7. Riding close to the edge of the road is dangerous for motorcycles because It is prohibited to ride there. The pavement is poor quality. You may hit pedestrians Dirt collects there and provides little traction.

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

9. ____ helps you absorb shock when riding over obstacles. Rising slightly off the seat. Pulling in the clutch. Using a higher gear. Rolling on the throttle.

10. What is one cause of skidding while turning? Applying too much brake. Pulling in the clutch too quickly. Using the wrong gear. Using the wrong brake.

11. What can you do to help keep your balance in turns? Crouch down low. Pull in the clutch and coast. Slow down before the turn Keep your knees against the gas tank.

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

13. When riding with a passenger, how should you adjust your control of the motorcycle? Ride faster. Only ride in the left of the lane position. Only ride in the center of the lane position Ride slower.

14. Each lane of traffic has ____ position(s) for a motorcycle to travel. One. 4 Two. Three.

15. The center of the lane position is best for Preparing to pull off the side of the road. Preparing to pass the car ahead of you. Being seen by the driver ahead of you Pulling up to blind intersections.

16. In which of the following situations should you not increase your following distance? On slippery roads. In heavy traffic. When riding in a group. When being tailgated.

17. Each traffic lane gives ____ paths of travel. 1 3 2 4

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

19. There are ____ steps for better control while turning. 1 2 3 4

20. Motorcycles require ____ stopping distance than/as a car. The same. It varies between motorcycles. Less. More.

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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.