Iowa DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. Your motorcycle should 'fit' you. what should your feet be able to do? Dangle an inch off of the ground while sitting on your bike. Hang over the footrests. Dangle two inches off of the ground while you sit on your bike Plant firmly on the footrests. Reach the ground while sitting on your bike.

2. When riding in a group of motorcycles in a staggered formation, the third rider should be how far behind the first rider? 4 seconds behind the first rider. Five seconds behind the first rider. Two seconds behind the first rider None of the listed answers. Three seconds behind the first rider.

3. Rising off the seat slightly Is prohibited while riding motorcycles. Helps use your knees and elbows to absorb shock. Should be done to fix a wobble Should only be done by experienced drivers.

4. You are approaching a turn and need to change gears. when should you change gears? At any point before, after, or during the turn. Before entering the turn. After entering the turn. During the turn.

5. Which of the following is a way to reduce your reaction time? Decrease your following distance. Cover the clutch and brakes. Hover your feet above the ground Lock your elbows when riding.

6. What is the name of the strategy you should use when at an intersection? Calm. See. Look Watch. Seek.

7. If you suspect the road ahead is slippery, what should you do? Stop your bike and walk it across the slippery section. Stop and turn around. Slow down before reaching the slippery section Use only your rear brake.

8. Other than wearing bright clothing, how can you increase your visibility? Wearing reflective clothing. Riding only in the left of the lane position. Wearing a full-face helmet. Decreasing your speed.

9. If you are being passed where should you be while in your lane? Alternate between the left and right sides of the lane. In the center of the lane. None of the answers listed To the right of the lane. To the left of the lane.

10. When you are being passed from behind, what portion of the lane should your motorcycle be in? Any. Left. Center. Right.

11. Motorcycle operators will often attempt curves with too much speed. which method should not be used when navigating a curve on a motorcycle? In slow, tight turns, lean the motorcycle and keep the body straight. In normal turns lean at the same angle as the motorcycle. Slow down the motorcycle before entering the curve Look through the turn with the operator's head and not the shoulders. Reduce speed by rolling back sharply on the throttle when already engaged in the curve.

12. You should increase your following distance In heavy traffic. When it is windy. During the day On single-lane roads.

13. If your motorcycle begins to wobble, it is important not to Adjust your weight. Close the throttle. Grip the handlebars tightly Accelerate out of the wobble.

14. When it comes to tinted eye protection, it Is mandatory for drivers only. Should be worn at all times. Is mandatory during the day Should not be worn at night.

15. What does the acronym BAC stand for? Bad alcohol concentration. Blood alcohol concentration. Blood alcohol containment Blood awareness concentration. Blood alcohol consumption.

16. When entering a curve where should you position your bike? Do nothing differently. None of the answers listed. To the left of the lane To the right of the lane. To the center of the lane.

17. In a single lane of traffic, there are ____ lane positions for a motorcycle. 4 Three. Five. Two.

18. Your lane position should do what for you? All of the answers listed. Avoid surface hazards. Avoid other motorists blind spots Communicate your intentions to other motorists. Increase your ability to see and be seen.

19. After consuming alcohol, you can ensure you will not be driving under the influence if you You can never be certain that consumed alcohol will not affect your driving. Were drinking beer or wine, but not hard liquor. Wait at least an hour Wait at least 30 minutes.

20. When sitting properly on a motorcycle your Elbows should be at a 90 degree angle. Arms should be bent slightly. Elbows should be locked Hands should be above your elbows.

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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.