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1. In proper riding posture
2. Motorcycles are harder to see. how can you increase your visibility?
3. When riding with a passenger, what should you expect?
4. The rear brake provides ____ of the motorcycle's stopping power.
5. If you are being followed by a tailgater and he or she is not able to pass you, you should
6. When following a vehicle, you should maintain a ____-second following distance.
7. If you must coast over a slippery surface, you should
8. When starting off on your motorcycle, you should start with your right wrist
9. Driving a motorcycle is ____ than driving a car.
10. You are in danger of hitting an object and need to swerve to avoid it. what is the best way to initiate the swerve?
11. You can increase your line of sight when preparing to pass by
12. While passing a row of parked cars, you see a driver in one of the parked vehicles. what should you do?
13. A minimum of a ____ -second distance should be maintained between yourself and the vehicle in front of you.
14. To give yourself enough time to react to hazards, you should scan the road ____ ahead.
15. Motorcycle brake lights are not as noticeable as car brake lights. what can you do?
16. Before every lane change, you should
17. In any collision, you have a far better chance of avoiding serious injury when you wear
18. When approaching a turn, when should you reduce your speed?
19. Motorcyclists may find it challenging to maintain safe control on surfaces with poor traction, such as
20. To maintain adequate control of the motorcycle, your arms should be positioned
To operate a motorcycle in California, you must have a Class M license. Licenses are issued through the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The state offers a motorcycle instruction permit and two license levels. An M1 license includes any type of motorcycle, and an M2 license is specifically for motorbikes, mopeds, or scooters. You must be at least 15 ½ to apply for a Class M1 or M2 permit. At age 16, you can apply for an M1 or M2 license if you have held a permit for at least 6 months.
To receive a Class M1 or M2 permit or license, you must submit your documentation, pass the vision screening, pass the driver and motorcycle knowledge tests, complete a Form DL44 application, and pay the fees. Anyone under the age of 21 must also complete the California Highway Patrol California Motorcyclist Safety Program (CHP CMSP) and submit the certification. Applicants who are over 21 are encouraged to take the CHP CMSP course as well, and the motorcycle skills test is waived for those who complete the course.
Tests are scheduled through your local DMV. The written exam contains 25 questions about signaling, crossing, changing lanes and other safe driving practices. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle skills test examines how well you handle and operate your motorcycle. If you fail a test, you must wait one day to retake it.