Iowa DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. What causes your motorcycle to lurch? Driving over gravel roads. Shifting into a lower gear too soon. Turning too fast. Speeding up too quickly.

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

3. When riding a motorcycle, you can share your lane when Riding between rows of vehicles. Sharing it with another motorcycle. Riding in the right of the lane position only You should never share your lane.

4. When should the right lane position be avoided? It should never be avoided. When riding through a school zone. When being passed by another vehicle. When there is a hazard in the center of the road.

5. When is it okay to turn your headlight off when running? It is never okay to turn your headlight off. When you are in a well-lit area. When you're stuck in traffic When there's sufficient daylight. When you're on a deserted road.

6. ____ drugs can affect your ability to ride. Everyday. Illegal. Prescription. All of the above.

7. 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.

8. 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.

9. If there are two or more motorcycles riding together, they should ride In a v-formation. Single file. In a staggered formation In pairs.

10. When riding with a partner, what should they not do? Get on the bike after the engine is started. Lean forward. Get on the bike before the engine is started Stay directly behind you. Place feet firmly on foot peddles.

11. 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.

12. 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.

13. In locations where there is oil and grease buildup, the best lane position is Not important. The left or right part of the lane. In the blind spot The center portion.

14. To help keep the motorcycle steady through a turn, you should Decrease your speed. Maintain or decrease your speed. Increase your speed Maintain or increase your speed.

15. Distances are harder to judge at night. you should Avoiding riding at night. Increase your speed. Increase your following distance Ride only on rural roads.

16. When making a routine stop at a stop sign, you should Use the rear brake only. Use the front brake only. Downshift until rolling to a stop Use both front and rear brakes.

17. The center of the lane position is best for Pulling up to blind intersections. Preparing to pass the car ahead of you. Being seen by the driver ahead of you Preparing to pull off the side of the road.

18. When starting your motorcycle, your right wrist should be positioned Low down, to increase control. High, to use the throttle the most. In the most comfortable position Flat, so you won't use too much throttle.

19. The best way to be seen by other drivers is to Make sure your headlight is turned on. Wear a bright helmet. Only ride during the day Ride in the left lane position.

20. How can you reduce your reaction time when approaching an intersection? Look both ways. Cover the clutch and the brake. Maintain or increase your speed Point your toes downward.

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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.