District of Columbia DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. To give yourself enough time to react to hazards, you should scan the road ____ ahead. 15 ft. 2 seconds. 30 ft. 12 seconds.

2. What does the right foot pedal control? The gear shifter. The rear brake. The front brake. The clutch.

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

4. A ____ following distance is the minimum space cushion for safe riding. 4-second. One-second. Two-second. Five-second.

5. When parking against a curb, you should park at a ____ angle. 45-degree. 180-degree. 90-degree. 20-degree.

6. In which of these situations is a car driver most likely to try to share your lane? When the driver wants to pass you. When you are preparing to turn at an intersection. In heavy traffic. In all of the above situations.

7. It is safest to approach unavoidable obstacles at a ____ angle. 180-degree. 25-degree. 90-degree. 45-degree.

8. Motorcycles usually need The same distance to stop as cars do. More room to operate safely than cars do. Less distance to stop than cars do More distance to stop than cars do.

9. While riding your motorcycle, you approach a crosswalk that a pedestrian has just entered. what should you do? Proceed if the pedestrian is not in your lane. Stop inside the crosswalk. Stop and wait for the pedestrian to cross the road Proceed as long as you will not hit the pedestrian.

10. Before making an emergency stop on the side of the road, you should Move into the center lane position. Skim your feet along the road. Check to see that the surface is firm enough to ride on Make sure your luggage is secure.

11. ____ can cause your motorcycle to wobble. Carrying a passenger. Improper loading of cargo. Riding a motorcycle that is too big. Improper braking technique.

12. When looking 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, in the direction of the intended turn Do all of the above.

13. When pulling over to the side of the road, you should check If your brakes are working. If the area is well lit. If the surface is firm enough to ride on If it is a designated rest area.

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

15. When stopped at a stop sign, the motorcycle should Remain in first gear. Remain in second gear. Remain in third gear Remain in neutral.

16. Choose the answer that applies best to carrying passengers. Passengers should keep their feet on the pegs at all times. Passengers should sit as far back as possible. Passengers should put their feet down at stops Passengers should avoid holding on to the driver.

17. While gripping the handlebars, your arms should be positioned With your elbows at 90 degrees. Anywhere on the handlegrips. With elbows locked So they are slightly bent.

18. At minimum, a street-legal motorcycle should have which of the following equipment? Front and rear brakes. Horn and two mirrors. Headlight, taillight, brake light, and turn signals. All of the above.

19. Slippery surfaces can be even more dangerous if you are Riding in the left lane position. Only using one brake. Riding in the right lane position Using both brakes.

20. In which of the following situations is it important to change your lane position? When a car is trying to share your lane. When you are passing parked cars. When you are being passed by other vehicles. In all of the above situations.

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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.