District of Columbia DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. To carry a passenger on your motorcycle, it must have A windshield. Side saddlebags. Footrests for the passenger High-quality shocks.

2. If your front tire fails while you are riding, you should ease off the throttle Pull the engine kill switch, and roll to a stop. Use the rear brake, and move to the side of the road. Use both brakes, and stop on the shoulder of the road Use the front brake, and move to the side of the road.

3. The center lane position is best for Preparing to pull over to the side of the road. Being seen by the driver ahead of you. Preparing to pass the car ahead of you Pulling up to blind intersections.

4. You should rise off your seat slightly To absorb shocks when riding over obstacles. When you are riding on a slippery surface. To increase your visibility When you are preparing to pass another vehicle.

5. Which is the safest braking method? Using only the rear brake. Using both the front and rear brakes at the same time. Alternating between using the front brake and the rear brake. Using only the front brake.

6. To cross railroad tracks that are parallel to your lane, what should you do? Cross them at an angle of exactly 90 degrees. Cross them at an angle of at least 45 degrees. Never cross railroad tracks parallel to your lane Edge across the tracks.

7. If you are approaching a turn and you need to shift gears, you should do so After the turn. During the turn. Before, during, or after the turn Before the turn.

8. Which of the following should be avoided when carrying cargo? Filling saddlebags evenly. Securing cargo with elastic cords. Fastening excess cargo to the sissybar. Securing cargo as low as possible.

9. Which is the best lane position? Center. Right. Left. The one that gives you the best chance of being seen.

10. The side of the road is dangerous to motorcycles because Dirt and gravel provide little traction. It is not driven on often. The quality of the pavement is poor Visibility is poor there.

11. As you approach the center of a turn, you should Decrease the throttle. Move toward the inside of the curve. Move toward the outside of the curve Apply the rear brake.

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

13. When riding on the road, you should create more space and minimize harm from any hazard by Using lights or a horn. Adjusting the speed. Adjusting direction or position Doing all of these things.

14. To help keep the motorcycle steady through a turn, you should Increase your speed. Decrease your speed. Maintain or increase your speed Maintain or decrease your speed.

15. When crossing a very slippery surface, you should Accelerate or maintain speed. Stop and walk the bike across. Use the front brake only Pull in the clutch and coast.

16. In hot weather, what type of clothing should you wear while riding your motorcycle? Whatever feels most comfortable. Denim shorts and a leather jacket. Sturdy clothing that covers your arms and legs completely. Long pants and a t-shirt.

17. What is engine braking? Downshifting through the gears to slow the motorcycle. Using the engine kill switch to stop the motorcycle. When your engine is failing. Upshifting to gain speed on hills.

18. When you ride at night, which of the following does not increase your safety? Wearing reflective coating. Changing your lane position. Decreasing your speed. Passing slower vehicles.

19. You are considered intoxicated if you have a blood alcohol concentration (bac) of ____ or higher. 0.08 0.01 0.05 0.09

20. When following a vehicle, you should leave at least ____ seconds of space between yourself and the vehicle. 5 1 2 3

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To operate a motorcycle in the District of Columbia (DC), you must have a motorcycle (M) endorsement on your driver's license. Licensing services are handled through the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). An M endorsement on your license allows you to operate motorcycles, motorbikes, mopeds, scooters, and three-wheeled motorcycles on public roads. You must be at least 18 to apply for an M endorsement.

To receive an M endorsement, you must hold a valid DC license, complete an application, pay the fees, and pass the motorcycle knowledge test. Additionally, you must either pass the motorcycle skills test or submit a certificate of completion from a motorcycle demonstration course. If you choose to take the course, you must visit the Brentwood Road Test facility to obtain your driver's license with an M endorsement. The tests are scheduled through a DMV service center. You can schedule the motorcycle skills test by phone or online.

The knowledge test contains 25 questions about motorcycle safety and driving practices that are covered in the DC Motorcycle Operator Manual. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. If you fail, you can retake the test after three days. The motorcycle skills test covers basic vehicle control and crash-avoidance skills. You should know your motorcycle well and how to operate it safely before taking this test.