Iowa DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. The chances of you being involved in a crash or falling from your bike increase if your ride over which of the following? All of the answers listed. Grooves and gratings. Railroad tracks Slippery surfaces. Uneven surfaces or obstacles.

2. The gearshift lever is located In front of the left footrest. By the left handlegrip. By the right handlegrip In front of the right footrest.

3. When making turns on the road, a motorcycle rider must ____ before entering a turn. Use the front brake. Change gears. Not change gears. Lean his/her body at a 45-degree angle.

4. The side of the road can be dangerous to motorcycles because The road edge markings are often inaccurate. The pavement is poor quality near the edge. Of dirt and gravel buildup You cannot be seen when riding near the edge.

5. Where should you position your motorcycle in the lane? Any place you are comfortable. In the left side of your lane. In the center of your lane Between the rows of cars. In the right side of your lane.

6. The best protection from other vehicles is Choosing the right helmet. Maintaining an adequate space cushion. Using your high beam Wearing protective clothing.

7. When following another vehicle, the ____ of the lane position is the best for being seen. Right. Center. Left. Left or right.

8. You should increase your following distance In heavy traffic. When it is windy. During the day On single-lane roads.

9. During ____ turns, you should lean your motorcycle while keeping your body straight. Slow, tight. Fast, tight. Slow, wide. Fast, wide.

10. 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.

11. 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.

12. While gripping the handlebars, your arms should be positioned Anywhere on the handlegrips. With elbows locked. So they are slightly bent With elbows at 90 degrees.

13. 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.

14. When approaching a blind intersection, you should do what? Accelerate so that you will be visible to those in the intersection quicker than possible. Avoid blind intersections no matter what. Move into the part of the lane that will bring you into the line of vision of another driver as soon as possible None of the listed answers.

15. To help maintain balance during a turn, you should Maintain or increase your speed. Drag your inside foot for support. Decrease or maintain your speed Drag your outside foot for support.

16. The front brake is operated by The left foot lever. The right hand lever. The foot pedal The left hand lever.

17. To increase your chances of being seen by another vehicle Ride in areas where there are lots of motorcycles. Wear reflective clothing. Ride only during the day Avoid driving in heavy traffic.

18. 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.

19. ____ a common factor in motorcycle collisions. Seasonal changes are. Not being seen is. Bad drivers are. Traffic signals are.

20. If you believe that your motorcycle has not triggered a light sensor while stopped at a traffic light, when can you proceed? After waiting for 120 seconds. When it is safe to do so. After waiting two light cycles. All of these.

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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.