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1. When you wish to carry cargo in saddlebags, you should
2. To avoid a collision with a hazard in the center of the lane, which lane position(s) should you ride in?
3. While stopped at a traffic light, if you believe that your motorcycle has not triggered the light sensor, when can you proceed?
4. Why is maintaining a space cushion important?
5. When turning a motorcycle, what should you avoid?
6. Your body can be affected by alcohol after just ____ drink(s).
7. If one of your tires fails, you should
8. When riding through an area of potential hazards, what should you do?
9. On a paved road, dirt and gravel are most likely to collect
10. The greatest chance of a collision with another vehicle is
11. When riding in a group, group members should communicate by
12. What is the most efficient way to know what is going on behind you?
13. Before making an emergency stop on the side of the road, you should
14. When evaluating potential hazards, you should be thinking about
15. To stop as quickly as possible, you should
16. Which of the following are most hazardous to a motorcyclist?
17. If you are approaching a turn and you need to shift gears, you should do so
18. While riding a motorcycle, you should position your feet
19. It is difficult for drivers to see motorcycles. to increase your visibility to them, you should
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.