Iowa DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. While passing a row of parked cars, you see that there is a driver in one of the parked vehicles. what should you do? Speed up to pass the vehicle quickly. Ride in the right of the lane position so you will be close to the vehicle. Stop until the driver has exited the vehicle Beep your horn to ensure the driver knows you're there.

2. According to studies, what percentage of motorcycle driver's killed in accidents had been drinking? 0.35 25% None of the answers listed 0.40 0.30

3. 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.

4. Which of the following does not increase your safety when riding at night? Changing your lane position. Passing slower vehicles. Wearing reflective coating. Decreasing your speed.

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

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

7. Which of the following is not required for a motorcycle passenger? Designate seat room. Passenger footrests. A backpack. A helmet and eye protection.

8. At minimum, a street-legal motorcycle should have which of the following equipment? Front and rear brakes. Headlight, taillight, brake light, and turn signals. Horn and two mirrors. All of the above.

9. The safest place to ride in the rain is In the tire tracks of other drivers. On main roads only. In the center lane position On the shoulder of the road.

10. 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.

11. 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.

12. You are being closely followed, and as you approach an intersection, the light turns yellow. what should you do? Accelerate to make it through the light. Tap your brake to flash your brake light. Beep your horn to warn the driver Move into another lane.

13. 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.

14. When evaluating potential hazards, you should be looking for Other vehicles. All these answers are correct. Road characteristics Traffic controls.

15. The best way to deal with tailgaters is to Speed up to match their speed. Slow down. Allow them to pass you Beep your horn.

16. If you are riding with a group of motorcycles, is it safe to share a lane? Yes, because motorcycles are smaller than cars. No, because sharing a lane will not leave enough room for you to maneuver. Yes, because you can communicate with each other better No, because it is illegal to share a lane with another vehicle.

17. Which brake is more important? The front, because it prevents skidding. The front, because it provides 70% of the stopping power. The rear, because it prevents skidding. The rear, because it provides 75% of the stopping power.

18. What does the acronym see stand for? Scan, evaluate, examine. Scan, examine, execute. Search, examine, execute Search, evaluate, execute. Search, evaluate, examine.

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

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

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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.