Iowa DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When looking where you want to turn, you should Turn your head, not your shoulders, in the direction of the intended turn. Keep your eyes level with the horizon. Reduce your speed before the turn Do all of the above.

2. When starting off on your motorcycle, you should start with your right wrist Down. Locked. Flat Up.

3. Who can share a lane with motorcycles? Motorcycles and small cars. All other vehicles. Other motorcycles only. No one.

4. Which of the following is acceptable to wear on a motorcycle as protective clothing? Jeans, t-shirt, and a helmet. Gloves, bright shoes, and a denim jacket. Boots, shorts, and a leather jacket. Sturdy jacket, boots, and gloves.

5. 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.

6. Head checks while riding motorcycles Only need to be done when preparing for a left turn. Only need to be done at night. Are not required because motorcycles do not have blind spots Should be performed before changing lanes.

7. In addition to reflective clothing, the best colors for being seen are Red, green, and yellow. Orange, yellow, and white. Orange, red, yellow, and green White, red, and orange.

8. If you are riding in a group, at what number should you divide into smaller groups? After 4-5 riders. After 7-8 riders. Always ride all together After 9+ riders. After 6-7 riders.

9. The best clothing for making yourself visible is Bright and reflective. Dark and durable. Colorful and big Leather and tough.

10. You should not ride your motorcycle alongside of cars because The car driver cannot make a turn. Your bike may skid. You could be in a blind spot None of the above.

11. 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.

12. If railroad tracks run parallel to your lane, and you need to cross them, you should Cross at the smallest angle possible. Cross the tracks at a 90-degree angle. Wait until the next intersection Cross the tracks at a 45-degree angle.

13. How many lane positions are available to a motorcycle in a single lane of traffic? Three. One. 4 Two.

14. What is the safest braking method? Alternating between using the front brake and the rear brake. Using only the rear brake. Using only the front brake. Using both front and rear brakes at the same time.

15. How can you help balance yourself during motorcycle turns? Lean the opposite direction of the motorcycle. Keep your knees against the gas tank. Turn your torso in the direction of the turn Take your feet off the foot pegs for balance.

16. In any collision, you have a far better chance of avoiding serious injury when you wear A motorcycle safety helmet that is U.S. dot compliant. Protective clothing. Face or eye protection All of the above.

17. When riding in a group, when should you ride single file? At all times. In rural areas. When entering a highway. On long stretches of road.

18. To maintain a safe riding distance on the road, you should look forward ____ ahead of your travel path. September 4, 2017 September 4, 2017 September 4, 2017 September 4, 2017

19. Before you mount your motorcycle for a trip, you should check the Fluids. Signal lights. Tires All of these.

20. 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.

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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.