Iowa DMV Motorcycle Test

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

2. In which of these scenarios is it the least important to check your mirrors? When descending a large hill. When stopped at an intersection. Before you change lanes. When beginning to slow down.

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

4. When can you ride side-by-side with another motorcycle? When you are riding with a new rider. Never. When traffic is heavy. When you are riding in a group.

5. 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.

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. 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.

8. Which of the following is suggested when trying to keep your group together? All of the answers listed. Follow those behind. Know the route Plan the route ahead. Put beginners up front.

9. 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.

10. For an adequate space cushion, maintain a following distance of at least ____ seconds Two. Three. 4 One.

11. If both braking and swerving are required to avoid hitting an object, in which order should you brake and swerve? You can only brake before swerving, never after. Brake before or after swerving. Swerve while braking. Brake while swerving.

12. To stop as quickly as possible, you should Use both brakes at the same time. Use the front brake only. Use the rear brake only Use either brake while swerving.

13. Which of the following present(s) the greatest danger to the motorcyclist? Overpasses and tunnels. Motorcycle chain problems. Oncoming traffic turning left in front of you. Bicycles on the side of the road.

14. Increasing the throttle through a turn will Cause the motorcycle to tip over. Help stabilize the motorcycle. Cause the motorcycle to slip Help the motorcycle slow down.

15. When you see a car on an entrance ramp that is about to merge into your lane, your best course of action is to Flash your brake light. Change lanes. Come to a complete stop Beep your horn.

16. Your motorcycle should 'fit' you. what should your feet be able to do? Dangle an inch off of the ground while sitting on your bike. Hang over the footrests. Dangle two inches off of the ground while you sit on your bike Plant firmly on the footrests. Reach the ground while sitting on your bike.

17. Other than wearing bright clothing, how can you increase your visibility? Wearing reflective clothing. Riding only in the left of the lane position. Wearing a full-face helmet. Decreasing your speed.

18. What is the best way to stop quickly? Use the front brake only. Use the rear brake only. Apply both brakes evenly. Pull the engine cut off switch.

19. Studies have shown that most crashes involved riders who Underbraked the front tire and overbraked the rear. Did not separate braking from swerving or who did not swerve when it was appropriate to do so. Lacked one of the above skills Lacked none of the above skills.

20. Start your motorcycle with your right wrist Flat. Up. Down Locked.

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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.