Virginia DMV Motorcycle Test

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

2. In hot weather, what type of clothing should you wear while riding your motorcycle? Long pants and a t-shirt. Whatever feels most comfortable. Sturdy clothing that covers your arms and legs completely. Denim shorts and a leather jacket.

3. When you are being passed from behind, what portion of the lane should your motorcycle be in? Any. Left. Right. Center.

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

5. The greatest chance of a collision with another vehicle is At an intersection. In a parking lot. On a hill On a curve.

6. How can you warn the driver behind you that you are about to slow down? Flash your brake light. Slam on the brakes. Wave your arms Turn around and make eye contact.

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

8. Which of the following are two types of speed signs? Speed limit signs and advisory speed signs. Speed limit signs and accident speed signs. Advisory speed signs and informational speed signs. Accident speed signs and advisory speed signs.

9. What is engine braking? Upshifting to gain speed on hills. Using the engine kill switch to stop the motorcycle. Where your engine stops working. Downshifting through gears to slow the motorcycle.

10. The rear brake on a motorcycle is operated by A foot pedal. The right hand lever. The left hand lever A button on the handgrip.

11. When should you have your headlight on? At all times. At night and in fog. At night only. Between dusk and dawn.

12. Which of the following should not be done at night? Use your high beam. Increase your speed. Increase your following distance Adjust your lane position when necessary.

13. In any collision, you have a far better chance of avoiding serious injury when you wear Face or eye protection. Protective clothing. A motorcycle safety helmet that is U.S. dot compliant All of the above.

14. You can initiate a swerve by Downshifting gears. Pressing the handgrip of the opposite direction you want to swerve. Applying the rear brake Pressing the handgrip of the direction you want to swerve.

15. The hand and arm bent at 90 degrees and pointing downward indicate the driver's intention to Go straight. Take a left turn. Slow down or stop Take a right turn.

16. At a controlled intersection, how can you know that another driver has seen you? Beep your horn to get their attention. Make eye contact with the driver. You can never know that another driver has seen you Wave at the driver.

17. When approaching a blind intersection with a stop line, you should stop first Straddling the stop line. Behind the stop line. With your rear tire on the stop line Where you can see both ways.

18. How can you protect yourself from injury during a collision? Try to land with your arms first. Try to jump off the bike before hitting the ground. Wear protective motorcycle clothes and gear Roll away from the motorcycle.

19. The front brake Should only be used in emergency situations. Provides three-quarters of the stopping power. Is controlled by a foot pedal Provides one-quarter of the stopping power.

20. Adjust your side mirrors so you will be able to see Everything to the sides and rear. Only beside your vehicle. Only behind your vehicle Behind you and part of the lane beside you.

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To operate a motorcycle in Virginia, you must have a motorcycle license or permit. Licenses are issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The three types of licenses are a Class M (all motorcycles), Class M2 (two-wheeled only), or Class M3 (three-wheeled only). Before applying for a license, you must hold a motorcycle learner's permit for a set amount of time, which varies based on age. 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 will need to hold a valid driver's license or permit. If you do not, you must pass a two-part driver's license knowledge exam. You must apply, submit the required documentation, pass the vision screening and the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To apply for a Class M, M2, or M3 license, applicants who are 18 and older must wait at least 30 days after receiving a permit. Applicants who are under 18 must hold the permit for nine months. When you apply, you will need to submit the required documentation, pass the road skills test, and pay the fees. Testing may be waived if you successfully complete the Virginia Rider Training Program.

Tests are scheduled through the DMV. The motorcycle knowledge test contains 25 questions about road rules and safe riding practices. You must answer 21 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle rider skills test assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail a test, you must wait two days to retake it.