Washington DMV Motorcycle Test

Pass the Washington Motorcycle Permit test the first time with FREE Washington DMV Practice Tests. Study real motorcycle permit questions from the DMV handbook!.

1. The majority of motorcycle crashes occur At high speeds. At low speeds. In curves On hills.

2. Before starting your motorcycle engine, your transmission should be in Second gear. Third gear. Neutral First gear.

3. When you are stopped, you should stay in which gear? 1 2 3 Put it into neutral.

4. To help maintain balance, your feet should Be against the gas tank. Skim the ground during turns. Point down toward the road Be placed firmly on the foot pegs.

5. If there is no traffic while cornering, which of the following orders should you follow? Start on the inside, move to the outside, and back to the inside. Start the curve to the outside, move towards the inside, and then back to the outside after passing the center. Stay on the outside line Stay on the inside line.

6. Which of the following is true about the 90-day instruction permit? Riders with instruction permits are restricted from carrying passengers. Riders with instruction permits are restricted from riding at night. Neither of the above statements is true. Both of the above statements are true.

7. When crossing a very slippery surface, you should Use the front brake only. Accelerate or maintain speed. Stop and walk the bike across Pull in the clutch and coast.

8. If you are going to use an unfamiliar motorcycle, you must ____ before you start riding. Put on dark-colored clothes and a helmet. Make all the checks and get familiar with the controls. Add more accessories for safety. Allow another passenger to sit behind your back.

9. You can minimize the risks of drinking while riding if you only have ____ drinks. 0 1 4 3

10. When being passed by another vehicle, you should ride in the ____ lane position. Left or center. Right. Left. Center.

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

12. When parking against the curb, you should park On the sidewalk. At a 'disabled parking' spot. At an angle On the crosswalk.

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

14. Making yourself more visible is important for which of the following reasons? All listed answers. Drivers often look through the silhouette of a motorcycle. Drivers typically aren't looking for motorcycles Smaller vehicles appear farther away.

15. What can occur when your chain slips while you are riding? Nothing drastic happens when your chain slips, but it is good to get it fixed as soon as possible. The rear wheel could lock and cause your motorcycle to skid. Your motorcycle will stop working completely Your horn can stop working. The rear wheel could lock.

16. If you experience a weaving feeling while riding over metal grating, what should you do? Decrease your speed. Grip the handlebars tightly to stop the feeling. Relax and maintain speed Increase your speed.

17. What should you do first in the event of a stuck throttle? Pull over immediately. Turn off your motorcycle. Twist the throttle back and forth several times Ride straight to a mechanic.

18. When being passed by another vehicle, you must be alert for Things being thrown from the vehicle. Extended side mirrors. Blasts of wind All of these things.

19. When slowing down or stopping, you must Use the brake-operated signal lights to alert the driver behind you. Use either an arm signal or the brake-operated signal lights to alert the driver behind you. Use an arm signal to alert the driver behind you Use both an arm signal and the brake-operated signal lights to alert the driver behind you.

20. When you are riding at night, it is best to Ride slower than you do during the day. Not use your headlight. Wear a tinted face shield Stay close behind the car in front of you.

Grade

Washington DMV Motorcycle Test

My score:

Other Washington Tests

Permit Practice Tests Road Signs Tests

About Motorcycle Permit Practice Tests

To operate a motorcycle in Washington, you must have a motorcycle endorsement on your current license or a motorcycle permit. Endorsements and permits are issued by the Department of Licensing (DOL). You can apply for a motorcycle permit or a 2-wheel or 3-wheel motorcycle endorsement at age 16. A motorcycle permit or endorsement allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

You can receive a 2-wheel or 3-wheel motorcycle endorsement either by applying for a motorcycle permit or by completing an approved motorcycle safety course. To receive your permit, you must apply, submit the required documentation, hold a valid Washington driver's license, pass the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To receive your motorcycle endorsement, you must submit the required documentation, pass the riding skills exam, and pay the fees. Applicants who are under 18 must also complete an approved rider course. You can also receive the motorcycle endorsement if you successfully complete an approved motorcycle safety course, submit the required documentation, and pay the fees. If you complete a motorcycle safety course, the DOL tests will be waived.

Tests are scheduled through the DOL. The motorcycle knowledge test contains 25 questions about safe riding practices and road rules. You must answer 20 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 one day to retake it.