Iowa DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When carrying a load, you should Keep it high. Secure it as far back as possible. Only use approved luggage holders Distribute the load evenly.

2. When riding in a group, the staggered formation should be avoided when Entering or leaving the highway. Making turns. Taking curves Doing any of these.

3. The best path through a curve Is on the inside of the curve. Is to stay in the center position. Is on the outside of the curve May not follow the curve of the road.

4. 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.

5. How can you increase your visibility at blind intersections? Always ride in the center lane position. Flash your brake light. Stop beyond the stop line so you will be seen Ride in the lane portion in which you will be seen first.

6. To increase your chances of being seen by another vehicle Ride in areas where there are lots of motorcycles. Wear reflective clothing. Ride only during the day Avoid driving in heavy traffic.

7. What can happen if you drive through a turn too fast? You will tip over. Other drivers will be distracted. The motorcycle will suffer mechanical failure You can veer into another lane.

8. How can you make your brake light more noticeable to others? Ride in lighted areas. Flash your brake light. Avoid tailgating Use your high beam.

9. What are the 4 steps to making a proper turn? Slow, press, look, roll. Press, look, slow, roll. Look, press, roll, slow. Slow, look, press, roll.

10. When completing a quick stop how should you apply your brakes? Apply both brakes at the same time. The back brake followed immediately by the front brake. Apply the front brake only Apply the back brake only. The front brake followed immediately by the back brake.

11. The turning diameter of your 3 wheel vehicle must be less than how many feet? 25 ft. 30 ft. 40 ft. 60 ft. 50 ft.

12. As you approach the center of a turn, you should Move toward the inside of the curve. Apply the rear brake. Move toward the outside of the curve Decrease the throttle.

13. The best way to protect your eyes is with A face shield. A three-quarter helmet. A windshield Eyeglasses.

14. What is the best lane position for being seen? The best lane position changes depending on the situation. The center of the lane. The left part of the lane. The right part of the lane.

15. At minimum, a street-legal motorcycle should have which of the following equipment? Front and rear brakes. Headlight, taillight, brake light, and turn signals. Horn and two mirrors. All of the above.

16. Why are gravel roads potentially dangerous for motorcycle riders? Other drivers are known to drive recklessly. Gravel provides less traction than pavement. They do not have posted speed limits Lane markings are not present.

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. How can you ride safely on slippery surfaces? Increase your speed to maintain balance. Reduce your speed and avoid sudden moves. Lean opposite to the motorcycle during turns Ride on the slipperiest portion of the lane.

19. When should you only use the front brakes? At all times. On surfaces with low traction. When stopping quickly. If the back tire is flat.

20. The best lane position to avoid lane sharing by others is the ____ lane position. Left. Right. Right or center. Center.

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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.