California DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. If you are carrying a package that prevents you from steering with both hands Ride under 30 mph. Ride only in first gear. Do not ride a motorcycle Ride only in residential areas.

2. If oncoming traffic is present and you are passing a line of parked cars, which lane position should you choose? Center or right. Left. Right. Center.

3. While riding a motorcycle, you should position your feet Firmly on the footrests. Hovering just above the ground. With your toes pointed downward In any of the above positions.

4. It is important to check your mirrors when you are About to slow down. About to change lanes. Stopped at an intersection In any of the above situations.

5. When is the center lane position the best choice? When you are preparing to pass. When you want to be the most visible to the car ahead of you. When there is a hazard on the left side of the road. When you are riding beside a row of parked cars.

6. Why is it important to cross railroad tracks at an angle of at least 45 degrees? A larger angle would be unsafe. At a lesser angle, you may snag your tires. It allows you to cross the tracks quickly It gives you the best view of oncoming trains.

7. If your motorcycle starts to wander back and forth while riding over metal bridge gratings you should: Downshift immediately to a lower gear to improve traction. Proceed in a zig-zag pattern until you cross the bridge. Relax, stay on course and ride straight across.

8. 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.

9. If your motorcycle begins to wobble, it is important not to Accelerate out of the wobble. Grip the handlebars tightly. Close the throttle Adjust your weight.

10. 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.

11. How can you increase your chances of being seen? Choose the best lane position. Wear bright clothing. Use your headlight All of the above are correct.

12. When should you take your feet off the footrests and skim them along the surface of the road? When riding on metal gratings. When riding on ice. When riding in a parking lot. When crossing railroad tracks.

13. 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.

14. 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.

15. What is the most efficient way for you to know what is going on behind you? Carry a passenger to check for you. Turn around and scan the area. Check your side mirrors frequently Stop and look around.

16. If you are about to collide with an object and you want the motorcycle to lean quickly to the right, you should Pull the right handlegrip toward you. Pull the left handlegrip toward you. Push the inside of the right handlegrip Push the inside of the left handlegrip.

17. The best way to handle a tailgater is to Let him or her pass you. Beep your horn. Pull over and stop Call the police.

18. How can you ride safely on slippery surfaces? Increase your speed to maintain balance. Reduce your speed and avoid sudden moves. Ride on the slipperiest portion of the lane Lean opposite to the motorcycle during turns.

19. Using your brakes properly means Using the front brake only for most stopping situations. Using both brakes every time you stop. Alternating between the front and rear brakes Using the front brake only in emergencies.

20. As you approach an obstacle, you should Maintain the same speed. Increase your speed. Stop completely before proceeding Slow down as much as possible.

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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.