Iowa DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. In countersteering to initiate a turn, pushing the right handgrip will allow the motorcycle to Make a u-turn only. Turn right. Stay straight on course Turn left.

2. At what angle (at least) should you cross track and road seams that run parallel to your course? 25 degrees. 30 degrees. 40 degrees 45 degrees. 35 degrees.

3. When starting on an uphill slope, you should first use ____ brake to hold the motorcycle while starting the engine and shifting into first gear. The rear. Neither. The front. Either.

4. When choosing a lane position, the best position Is the center of the lane position. Is the one where you are most likely to be seen. Is the right of the lane position Is the left of the lane position.

5. A motorcycle mini-lane is A full traffic lane width. Approximately one-third the width of a traffic lane. A special lane designated for motorcycles only Half a traffic lane.

6. Use your feet to maintain balance by Pointing your toes downward. Keeping them on the footrests. Skimming them above the ground Holding them away from the motorcycle.

7. Where are the clutch and brake lever found on your motorcycle? Clutch is on the right and the brake is on the left. Both the clutch and brake are on the left. Both the clutch and brake are on the right Clutch is on the left and the brake is on the right.

8. 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.

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

10. Riders wearing a helmet are how many more times likely to survive a crash? 1 time. 5 times. 7 times 10 times. 3 times.

11. When starting a motorcycle facing uphill, you should change to ____ to hold the cycle while operating the throttle with the right hand. The hand brake. Both brakes. The foot brake. Either the hand brake or foot brake.

12. When you feel like a driver might try to share your lane, what should you do? Flash your brake light. Swerve from side to side. Use hand signals Ride in the center lane position.

13. When should you adjust your mirrors? Before mounting the motorcycle. After mounting the motorcycle. After you have started riding. After starting the motorcycle engine.

14. When approaching a blind intersection, you should do what? Accelerate so that you will be visible to those in the intersection quicker than possible. Avoid blind intersections no matter what. Move into the part of the lane that will bring you into the line of vision of another driver as soon as possible None of the listed answers.

15. It may be important to change your lane position if you are Riding on a multilane road. Being followed. Riding in a residential area Approaching a blind intersection.

16. Wearing a face shield while riding a motorcycle Is not as effective as wearing goggles. Is legally required by all riders. Is only required by riders under the age of 18 Is the best form of face and eye protection.

17. At the very minimum, what should a legal motorcycle have on it? All of the answers listed. Horn. Front and rear brakes Two mirrors. Turn signals.

18. If you are wearing face protection that gets damaged while you are riding what should you do? Do nothing and fix it when you arrive at your destination. Take your face protection off while still riding. Keep your eyes on the road and your hands on the handlebars and pull over when it is safe None of the answers listed. Immediately pull over and fix the problem.

19. If the rear tire goes flat while riding Use both brakes to stop. Stop with the rear brake only. Use engine braking Stop with the front brake only.

20. You can help keep your balance while riding by Keeping your knees against the gas tank. Sitting as far back as possible. Locking your elbows Wearing light weight riding gear.

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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.