California DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. In locations where there is oil and grease buildup, the best lane position is Not important. The center. In the blind spot The left or the right.

2. To stop safely on a curve, you should Lean the opposite way of the motorcycle. Straighten the motorcycle so that it is perpendicular to the surface of the road. Take your feet off the foot pegs for balance Keep your knees against the gas tank.

3. What does choosing the best lane position mean? You are not in a blind spot. You are avoiding hazards on the road. Your space cushion is maximized It means all of the above.

4. If you are going to pass a vehicle but you feel that it may move into your lane, you should Not pass. Flash your brake light. Pass as fast as possible Beep your horn.

5. While stopped at a traffic light, if you believe that your motorcycle has not triggered the light sensor, when can you proceed? After waiting for one hour. At any time. After waiting two light cycles and when it is safe to do so. All of the above.

6. You should increase your following distance In heavy traffic. On single-lane roads. During the day When it is windy.

7. Your motorcycle fits you if Both of your feet can reach the ground while you are seated. You can reach the foot pegs. You can reach the handlegrips You can do all of the above.

8. Weaving when riding over a metal grating Is harmful to the motorcycle. Is not hazardous. Is caused by poor motorcycle skills Is dangerous to motorcycle riders.

9. The ____ brake is the most important because it ____. Front, is the emergency brake. Rear, is the emergency brake. Rear, provides 70% of the stopping power. Front, provides 70% of the stopping power.

10. You can be sure another driver will yield to you when They make eye contact with you. They are beginning to slow down. You are legally entitled to the right-of-way You can never be sure a driver will yield to you.

11. Use your horn when You are making a left turn. You think someone may enter your lane without seeing you. You are crossing railroad tracks You pull the kill engine switch.

12. To prevent colliding with a hazard in the center of the lane, which lane position should you ride in? Left. Right. Left or right. Center.

13. For stopping or slowing down, the most effective method is to use Engine braking only. The front brake only. Both the front and rear brakes The rear brake only.

14. When you turn: Keep your hear and eyes straight to maintain balance. Look through the turn to where you want to go. Always lean at the same angle as the motorcycle.

15. To look where you want to turn, you should Reduce your speed before the turn. Keep your eyes level with the horizon. Turn your head, not your shoulders Do all of the above.

16. You can maintain an adequate space cushion by Adjusting your lane position as you ride. Beeping your horn at drivers who come too close. Always riding in the center lane position Speeding up when you are approached by tailgaters.

17. When riding in a group, the staggered formation should be avoided When entering or leaving a highway. When making turns. When taking curves In any of the above situations.

18. Which of the following is true about carrying cargo on your motorcycle? Attach the cargo to your gas tank. Fill saddlebags evenly to prevent drifting. Use ropes to secure the load Never carry cargo on a motorcycle.

19. When preparing to slow down, you should check To make sure you are in neutral before stopping. To see if there is traffic behind you. The gauges on your motorcycle To your left and right.

20. How can you protect yourself from injury during a collision? Roll away from the motorcycle. Wear protective motorcycle clothing and gear. Try to jump off the bike before hitting the ground Try to land with your arms first.

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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.