Iowa DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. Where should you position your knees to help balance your bike. Against the gas tank. Far away from the bike. Close to your chest Wherever they feel comfortable. None of the answers listed.

2. When preparing to pass the vehicle in front of you, you can increase your line of sight by Riding in the center of the lane position. Pulling into oncoming traffic. Riding in the right of the lane position Riding in the left of the lane position.

3. If your ride over a rain groove or bridge grate it may cause your bike to do what? No change will be noticeable. Spin. Weave Wobble. Stall.

4. You are approaching an intersection that has a stop line, but you can tell it is a blind intersection. where should you stop? Where you have the most visibility. At the stop line first, then pull forward. With the front wheel over the stop line. At the stop line only.

5. When should you only use the front brakes? At all times. On surfaces with low traction. When stopping quickly. If the back tire is flat.

6. 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.

7. When completing a quick stop how should you apply your brakes? Apply both brakes at the same time. The back brake followed immediately by the front brake. Apply the front brake only Apply the back brake only. The front brake followed immediately by the back brake.

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

9. What is the most common type of motorcycle crash at an intersection? Motorcycles not yielding to traffic in the intersection. Drivers following too closely. Drivers entering the motorcycle's right-of-way. Motorcycles exceeding the speed limit.

10. Help balance your motorcycle while turning by Keeping both knees against the gas tank. Leaning the opposite way of the motorcycle. Dragging your feet on the ground Doing all of these things.

11. What should you do if you are approached by a dog while riding your motorcycle? Downshift and approach slowly, then accelerate to leave the dog. Do nothing differently. Accelerate quickly past the dog Honk your horn at the dog. Slow down and kick at the dog.

12. Which of the following should be avoided when carrying cargo? Filling saddlebags evenly. Fastening excess cargo to the sissybar. Securing cargo with elastic cords. Securing cargo as low as possible.

13. To be effective at protecting the motorcycle operator from hazards, proper face and eye protection must have which of the following attributes: All of the answers listed. Allow air to pass through and be resistant to penetration by objects. Be reasonably free from scratches and give a clear view on either side Securely fastened so that it cannot be blown off. Allow for enough room for eye and sunglasses.

14. How can you increase your visibility to others at night? Wear fluorescent clothing. Wear reflective gear. Avoid wearing a tinted face shield Wear a bright helmet.

15. Keeping your knees against the gas tank Helps you keep your balance. Should only be done to help steady cargo. Should never be done Helps turn the motorcycle.

16. When riding behind a car, which lane position will keep you the most visible to the driver? The right. The left. The center. Any lane position.

17. What are some ways to stop your friend from operating a motorcycle after they have had a few drinks? Both keep them from getting to their motorcycles and lure them with more drinks. Keep them from getting to their motorcycles. Both slow the pace of drinking and keep them from getting to their motorcycles Lure them with more drinks. Slow the pace of drinking.

18. When parked beside a curb, your motorcycle must Be parallel to the curb. Be lying on the curb. Be positioned at an angle with the back wheel to the curb Have the front wheel on the curb.

19. 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.

20. Besides shifting gears to gain speed, when else should you use the gears on a motorcycle? All of the answers listed. Downshifting. Turning Starting on a hill.

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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.