Iowa DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. If it is not possible to ride straight while crossing railroad tracks, you should cross them at a ____ angle. 90-degree. 10-degree. 45-degree. 30-degree.

2. Cargo on your motorcycle should be secured With elastic cords. On the sissy bar. Behind the rear axle With rope.

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

4. Convex side mirrors on motorcycles make cars seem Closer than they are. Bigger than they are. Farther away than they are Smaller than they are.

5. A motorcycle is less visible than a car because it Drives faster than a car. Does not have as many lights. Has a smaller profile Has a quieter engine.

6. How should you position your body in a slow, tight turn? Lean back as far as possible. Your body should remain upright. Lean in the opposite direction of the motorcycle Lean with the motorcycle.

7. In order to avoid fatigue, you should stop riding at least every ____ hour(s). Two. 4 One. Six.

8. When should the staggered formation be used? Merging onto the highway. Through curves and turns. Long stretches of road. When passing as a group.

9. What should you do to minimize your risks in regards to alcohol? Don't drink. Don't drive. Leave your bike at home All of the answers listed. Wait for the alcohol to leave your system.

10. To limit your chances of becoming fatigued while riding what should you do? All of the answers listed. Do not drink or use drugs. Limit your riding distance Take frequent rest stops. Protect your self from the elements.

11. For the most stable riding, your knees and feet should be positioned Against the gas tank and firmly on the foot pegs. Against the gas tank and pointing down. Away from the gas tank and pointing down Away from the gas tank and on the foot pegs.

12. What is not one of the major factors in blood alcohol level? How fast you drank it. How much you've drank. Your body weight None of the answers listed above. Your age.

13. Motorcycles must be cautious when approaching an intersection because they are smaller, and therefore Drive much slower than cars. Appear closer than they are. Appear further away Are much faster than cars.

14. To avoid a collision with a hazard in the center of the lane, which lane position(s) should you ride in? Left. Left or right. Right. Center.

15. What can you do to help keep your balance in turns? Keep your knees against the gas tank. Slow down before the turn. Pull in the clutch and coast Crouch down low.

16. Which of the following does not increase your safety when riding at night? Changing your lane position. Passing slower vehicles. Wearing reflective coating. Decreasing your speed.

17. Which of the following is not part of the upshifting process? Lift the shift lever as far as it will go. Roll off the throttle as you squeeze the clutch. Ease out of the clutch and adjust the throttle Gently apply the front brake while adjusting the throttle.

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

19. If you have to ride over an obstacle, what degree angle should you approach it at? 120 degree angle. 180 degree angle. 90 degree angle 360 degree angle. 60 degree angle.

20. When approaching an intersection where a vehicle may cross your path Come to a complete stop even if you have the right-of-way. Always yield to vehicles approaching the intersection. Beep your horn to warn other drivers Cover the clutch and brake to reduce your reaction time.

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To operate a motorcycle in Iowa, you must have a Class M license or a motorcycle endorsement on your driver's license. Licenses are issued by the Motor Vehicle Division (MVD). At age 14, you can apply for a motorcycle instruction permit or moped-only license. At age 16, you can apply for a motorcycle endorsement or Class M license. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle instruction permit, or moped-only license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the vision screening and motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. The moped-only license also requires that you pass the operator knowledge test, if you do not already have an instruction permit or license, and complete a moped education course. A driving test may also be required. To receive a Class M license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pay the fees, and pass the vision screening, motorcycle knowledge test, operator knowledge test, and the motorcycle skills test. To receive a motorcycle endorsement on your current license, you must pass the vision screening, motorcycle knowledge test, and motorcycle skills test.

Tests are scheduled through the MVD. The motorcycle knowledge test contains 25 questions covering road rules and safe riding practices. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle rider skills test assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail a test, you must wait one business day to retake it.