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1. In order to have a passenger on your motorcycle, you must have
2. A minimum of a ____ -second distance should be maintained between yourself and the vehicle in front of you.
3. When riding in a group, the best formation is the ____ formation.
4. When choosing a lane position, the best position
5. When preparing to merge into the middle lane of a three-lane road, what should you check?
6. When approaching an intersection, you should select a lane position to
7. The most likely place for a collision is
8. When approaching a turn, when should you reduce your speed?
9. Pulling over to the side of the road can be more dangerous to motorcycles than to cars because
10. You are being followed closely, and as you approach an intersection, the light turns yellow. what should you do?
11. In locations where there is oil and grease buildup, the best lane position is
12. To help keep the motorcycle steady through a turn, you should
13. Before you pull off the road, it is important to check
14. When is it most important to check your mirrors?
15. Weaving when riding over a metal grating
16. How can you increase your chances of being seen?
17. The rear brake provides ____ of the motorcycle's stopping power.
18. What lane position should you ride in when being passed by another vehicle?
19. When preparing to enter the roadway from the roadside, how should you position your motorcycle?
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.