Missouri DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. All of the following are part of the upshifting process except Roll off the throttle as you squeeze the clutch. Ease out of the clutch and adjust the throttle. Lift the shift lever as far as it will go Gently apply the front brake while adjusting the throttle.

2. When is it important to use your side mirrors? When you are stopped at an intersection. Before changing lanes. Before you slow down. All of the above.

3. What causes your motorcycle to lurch? Shifting into a lower gear too soon. Driving over gravel roads. Speeding up too quickly. Turning too fast.

4. You are in danger of hitting an object and need to swerve to avoid it. what is the best way to initiate a swerve? Lean sharply in the opposite direction from which you need to swerve. Apply a small amount of pressure to the handgrip on the side of your intended direction of escape. Apply a small amount of pressure to the handgrip of the opposite side you need to swerve Lean sharply in the direction you need to swerve.

5. If you are convicted of riding under the influence of alcohol or drugs, you may receive the following penalties Severe fines. Community service. Mandatory license suspension. Any or all of these.

6. Crossing an obstacle ____ is the safest. With your feet skimming the ground. While maintaining your speed. At a 90-degree angle. While keeping your elbows locked.

7. When making a normal turn, should the motorcycle rider lean? Yes, the rider should lean in the opposite direction. No, the rider should not lean. Yes, the rider should lean with the motorcycle Yes, the rider should lean forward.

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

9. What can cause the engine to lock? Changing gears improperly. Skidding the front tire. Braking using only one brake. Being low on oil.

10. When might a driver try to squeeze by you in a lane? All listed answers. In heavy traffic. When you are preparing to turn When the driver wants to pass.

11. 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.

12. Motorcycles should share lanes with cars when Riding with other motorcycles. There is heavy traffic. It is never safe to share a lane with a car Riding in a designated area only.

13. Only drinking one drink per hour Does not guarantee you will not be affected by the alcohol. Is the legal limit for males. Ensures you will not be over the legal limit Prevents drunkenness if drinking beer.

14. Which of the following present(s) the greatest danger to the motorcyclist? Overpasses and tunnels. Bicycles on the side of the road. Oncoming traffic turning left in front of you. Motorcycle chain problems.

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

16. When parked next to a curb, you should park with ____ touching the curb. No wheels. Both wheels. The rear wheel. The front wheel.

17. Which of the following are dangers when passing parked cars? All listed answers. Doors opening into your path. Drivers getting out of cars People stepping from between cars.

18. Which of the following should you check after mounting the motorcycle? All listed answers. The air pressure of the tires. The clutch and throttle The oil level.

19. In order for the driver of the vehicle ahead of you to see you easily, the best lane position is The right. The left. Any lane The center.

20. 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.

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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.