District of Columbia DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. If your front tire fails while you are riding, you should Avoid using the rear brake. Shift your weight to the rear to help maintain stability. Shift your weight to the front to help maintain stability Use engine braking to slow down.

2. When you are about to stop, you should flash your brake light if you are Stopping more quickly than others may expect. Stopping in an unusual place. Being followed too closely In any of the above situations.

3. Because riding a motorcycle is more tiring than driving a car, you should Avoid drinking water. Avoid wearing dark eyewear. Take frequent breaks Drink caffeinated beverages.

4. Ride more safely at night by Increasing your speed and decreasing your following distance. Reducing your speed and increasing your following distance. Increasing your speed and increasing your following distance Reducing your speed and decreasing your following distance.

5. If your throttle is stuck, you should immediately Apply both brakes smoothly. Twist it back and forth. Pull the engine cut-off switch Pull off the road.

6. If you slow down where others may not expect it, you should Flash your brake light. Look over your shoulder to check your blind spot. Change lanes first Beep your horn.

7. If you are going to use an unfamiliar motorcycle, you must ____ before you start riding. Add more accessories for safety. Allow a passenger to sit behind you. Put on dark-colored clothes and a helmet. Make all the checks and get familiar with the controls.

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

9. To lessen your chances of a crash, you should scan your path of travel ____ ahead. September 4, 2017 September 4, 2017 September 4, 2017 September 4, 2017

10. The best way to discourage other vehicles from trying to share a lane with you is to Change lanes periodically. Ride in the center lane position. Beep your horn Avoid driving on narrow roads.

11. 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.

12. 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.

13. Increase your safety at night by Increasing your following distance. Switching on your high-beam headlight. Using the lights of the car ahead of you to help you see Doing all of the above.

14. When following other motorcycles, what should be the minimum space cushion? September 4, 2017 September 4, 2017 September 4, 2017 September 4, 2017

15. To help maintain your balance, your feet should Be pressed against the gas tank. Be placed firmly on the footrests. Point down toward the road Skim the ground during turns.

16. Why are curves a common place for motorcycle crashes? Motorcycles tend to run wide in a curve if not careful. It is difficult to steer a motorcycle. Leaning in curves causes motorcycles to tip over Motorcycles can't stay in one lane position while moving through a turn.

17. When loading saddlebags, it is important to Load them evenly with the same weight. Fill all of them completely. Not exceed 20 lbs per bag Fill one completely before loading others.

18. When riding in a group, group members should communicate by Making eye contact. Changing lane positions. Riding in pairs Using hand signals.

19. When should you check your motorcycle's tires? Monthly. Once a week. At the beginning of the season. Each time before you ride.

20. To help stabilize your motorcycle in a turn, you should Apply the rear brake. Pull in the clutch. Increase the throttle Decrease the throttle.

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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.