Iowa DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. You are approaching an intersection that has a stop line, but you can tell it is a blind intersection. where should you stop? Where you have the most visibility. At the stop line first, then pull forward. With the front wheel over the stop line. At the stop line only.

2. The front brake is more powerful than the rear brake. how much stopping power does the front brake provide you? None of the answers listed. One half of the total stopping power. One third of the total stopping power Three quarters of the total stopping power. The full stopping power.

3. To avoid lurching while downshifting, what should you do? Never shift below second gear. Brake while shifting. Only downshift if you are an experienced rider Make sure the motorcycle is traveling slow enough for the gear.

4. How can you protect yourself from injury during a collision? Try to land with your arms first. Try to jump off the bike before hitting the ground. Roll away from the motorcycle Wear protective motorcycle clothes and gear.

5. While riding your motorcycle in high-risk areas, you must cover ____ to reduce the time you need to react. Your head with a helmet. Your eyes with goggles. Your whole travel lane. The clutch and both brakes.

6. In what year did all new motorcycles have the headlights automatically on while running? 1977 1980 1978 1981 1983

7. To turn your motorcycle, you should press on the handgrip in the direction of the turn and Lean in the opposite direction of the turn. Pull in the clutch. Keep your body straight Lean in the direction of the turn.

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

9. If your front wheel locks, you should Use the rear brake only. Release the rear brake only. Continue applying the brake Release the front brake and reapply it smoothly.

10. ____ is prohibited when riding downhill. Slowing down. Coasting in neutral gear. Increasing your speed. Shifting gears.

11. Blind intersections are dangerous because They are not controlled by traffic signs. U-turns are not permitted. Other vehicles will have difficultly seeing you in certain areas. They are high speed intersections.

12. 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.

13. If you brake hard on a straightaway and your rear brake locks Release all brakes and coast to a stop. Release the brake and only use the front brake. Pull the engine kill switch Continue braking until the motorcycle stops.

14. In order to swerve properly, you must Brake while swerving. Brake before swerving. Brake before or after swerving Brake after swerving.

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

16. How does carrying a passenger change your motorcycle? The motorcycle will slow down more quickly. A passenger helps balance the motorcycle. A passenger makes the motorcycle go faster The motorcycle takes longer to react to changes.

17. 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.

18. 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.

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

20. You should avoid attaching cargo to a motorcycle with Elastic cords. Tank bags. Ropes Saddlebags.

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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.