California DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. Riding ____ decreases your chances of being seen. While using your high beam. Alongside other vehicles. Near other motorcycles. In residential areas.

2. Intersections are especially dangerous to motorcycles because They are slower than other vehicles. Motorcycles are not permitted to cross intersections. Other vehicles often do not see them approaching They do not have to obey traffic lights.

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

4. If you must coast over a slippery surface, you should Let your feet skim the surface. Lean back as far as possible. Raise yourself slightly off the seat Apply the rear brake.

5. Motorcycles require ____ lane width to operate properly. Half a. A full. A third of a. A quarter of a.

6. What is engine braking? Upshifting to gain speed on hills. Using the kill engine switch to stop the motorcycle. Downshifting through the gears to slow the motorcycle. An incident in which your engine stops working.

7. When conducting the evaluate step of the see procedure, what are you thinking about? Road conditions that may be hazardous. Traffic markings and signals. Vehicles that may move into your path. All of the above.

8. When parking along the roadside, you should park At an angle of 45 to 90 degrees to the curb. Parallel to the road. With your front wheel on the curb At a 25-degree angle.

9. If your motorcycle starts to wobble, your best course of action is to Apply the brakes quickly. Accelerate out of the wobble. Close the throttle gradually Grip the handlebars tightly and fight the wobble.

10. The best way to lessen your chances of skidding on a slippery surface is to Drag your feet on the ground. Ride on the shoulder of the road. Slow down before you get to the slippery surface Do all of the above.

11. Two or more motorcycles should ride together Single file. In pairs. In a v-formation In a staggered formation.

12. What are the 4 steps to making a proper turn? Press, look, slow, roll. Slow, look, press, roll. Look, press, roll, slow. Slow, press, look, roll.

13. If you suspect the road ahead is slippery, what should you do? Slow down before reaching the slippery section. Stop and turn around. Use only your rear brake Stop your bike and walk it across the slippery section.

14. In order to swerve properly, you must Brake after swerving. Brake while swerving. Brake before or after swerving Brake before swerving.

15. The least effective way to attach cargo to your motorcycle is to use Saddlebags. Elastic cords. Tank bags Ropes.

16. While making normal turns, the rider and the motorcycle must Not lean at all. Lean at different angles. Lean together at the same angle None of the above.

17. When starting your motorcycle, your right wrist should be positioned Low for best control. Flat so you won't use too much throttle. High to use the throttle the most At any position where you feel comfortable.

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

19. What is the best way to stay out of trouble while riding a motorcycle? To see it coming by looking well ahead. By avoiding high density traffic areas. By increasing the following distance between your motorcycle and the vehicle in front of you.

20. Motorcycles are harder to see. how can you increase your visibility? All these answers are correct. Use signal lights. Flash your brake light to warn drivers Wear bright clothing.

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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.