Iowa DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. For stopping or slowing down, the most effective method is to use The rear brake only. Engine braking only. The front brake only Both the front and rear brakes.

2. During an on-cycle skill test, how many stalls of the motorcycle engine result in an automatic failure? 3 engine stalls. 4 engine stalls. None of the answers listed 6 engine stalls. 5 engine stalls.

3. 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.

4. Rising off the seat slightly Is prohibited while riding motorcycles. Helps use your knees and elbows to absorb shock. Should be done to fix a wobble Should only be done by experienced drivers.

5. 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.

6. If the engine 'locks' or 'freezes' that means it is low on what? Air. Water. Fuel Nothing. Oil.

7. If you are riding an unfamiliar bike what should you do? All of the answers listed. Check the bike as if it was your own. Ride cautiously and be aware of your surroundings Find out where all of the controls are and how they work. Know the gear pattern.

8. A brake light on a motorcycle is harder to see than on a regular vehicle. what should you do to make your brake light more noticeable to other motorists? Do nothing differently. Flash your brake light. Honk your horn repeatedly Rev your engine loudly. Ride with your hazard lights on.

9. Grabbing the front brake could result in A rear wheel lock. A front wheel lock. Stopping quickly Popping a tire.

10. Which of the following is an example of a type of mechanical problem you may encounter while on your bike? All of the answers listed. Drive train problems. Wobble Tire failure. Stuck throttle.

11. If your front tire fails while riding, you should ease off the throttle and Pull the kill engine switch and roll to a stop. Use both brakes and stop on the shoulder of the road. Use the rear brake and move to the side of the road Use the front brake and move to the side of the road.

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

13. When passing heavy vehicles, it is important to avoid Slowing down suddenly when you merge back in front of the vehicle. Passing without a dedicated passing lane. Beeping your horn when alongside the vehicle Flashing your headlight.

14. Carrying extra cargo or passengers can change the way the motorcycle does what? All of the answers listed. Balances. Turns Speeds up. Handles.

15. When approaching an intersection, the best way to reduce your reaction time is to Avoid using the highest gear. Avoid wearing a full-face helmet. Keep the clutch pulled in when not accelerating Cover the clutch and the brake.

16. You should split your riding group in to smaller groups if it is larger than how many riders? 4 or five riders. Five or six riders. Six or seven riders Seven or eight riders. Three or 4 riders.

17. When entering a turn and you need to change gears, when should that change occur? After completing the turn. After entering the turn. At any time. Before entering the turn.

18. Before mounting the motorcycle, you should check The tires and the lights. The mirrors and the exhaust. The foot pegs and the gas level The windshield and the kickstand.

19. You should cover the clutch and brake whenever you want to Alert others to your actions. Reduce your reaction time. Change lanes Slow down.

20. You are in danger of hitting an object and need to swerve to avoid it. what is the best way to initiate a swerve? Apply a small amount of pressure to the handgrip on the side of your intended direction of escape. Lean sharply in the opposite direction from which you need to swerve. Lean sharply in the direction you need to swerve Apply a small amount of pressure to the handgrip of the opposite side you need to swerve.

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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.