Pass the California Motorcycle Permit test the first time with FREE California DMV Practice Tests. Study real motorcycle permit questions from the DMV handbook!.
1. Why are gravel roads potentially dangerous to motorcyclists?
2. Motorcyclists must be cautious when approaching intersections. because their motorcycles are smaller than cars or trucks
3. You brake hard on a straightaway and your rear brake locks. what should you do?
4. What is a good strategy for seeing bumps on a road at night?
5. While riding a motorcycle, you should position your feet
6. What does choosing the best lane position mean?
7. What can you do to help keep your balance in turns?
8. When riding with a passenger, what should you expect?
9. When riding in a group, motorcyclists should ride
10. If you are carrying a lot of cargo, you may need to adjust your
11. If your throttle is stuck and twisting it does not release it, you should
12. When riding a motorcycle, your arms are primarily used for
13. What is the best way to stay out of trouble while riding a motorcycle?
14. Brightly colored, reflective helmets and clothing:
15. A motorcycle rider has an advantage over an automobile driver when passing parked vehicles because:
16. To maintain adequate control of the motorcycle, your arms should be positioned
17. Motorcycles require ____ lane width to operate properly.
18. Cargo on your motorcycle should be secured
19. To prevent colliding with a hazard in the center of the lane, which lane position should you ride in?
20. The best type of clothing to help with visibility when riding a motorcycle is ____ clothing.
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.