Iowa DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. In order to swerve properly, you must Brake while swerving. Brake before swerving. Brake before or after swerving Brake after swerving.

2. 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.

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

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

5. Which of the following is considered the 'right' gear when riding a motorcycle? A protective jacket. All of the answers listed. An approved helmet Protective riding gloves. Face and eye protection.

6. The best way to lessen your chances of skidding on a slippery surface is to Slow down before you get to the slippery surface. Drag your feet on the ground. Ride on the shoulder of the road Do all of the above.

7. What can cause the engine to lock? Braking using only one brake. Skidding the front tire. Changing gears improperly. Being low on oil.

8. In order to avoid hazardous situations, you should Avoid carrying passengers. Be able to swerve. Search the road ahead Watch other vehicles.

9. When should the staggered formation be used? Merging onto the highway. Through curves and turns. Long stretches of road. When passing as a group.

10. If you brake hard on a straightaway and your rear brake locks Release all brakes and coast to a stop. Release the brake and only use the front brake. Pull the engine kill switch Continue braking until the motorcycle stops.

11. 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.

12. Which of the following is an example of a slippery surface? All of the answers listed. Mud. Gravel roads Snow. Wet pavement.

13. When someone is merging into your lane from an off-ramp, the best strategy is to Beep your horn. Change lanes. Slow down Speed up.

14. 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.

15. The ____ brake is the most important because it ____. Rear, is the emergency brake. Rear, provides 70% of the stopping power. Front, provides 70% of the stopping power Front, is the emergency brake.

16. Pavement is likely to be slippery On multilane roads. Soon after it has started to rain. In rural areas On a windy day.

17. If your motorcycle starts to wobble, you should Apply the rear brake only. Close the throttle slowly. Open the throttle slowly Apply the front brake only.

18. Of the following, the most likely place for a collision is A residential area. A school zone. A multilane highway An intersection.

19. The best path through a curve Is on the inside of the curve. Is to stay in the center position. Is on the outside of the curve May not follow the curve of the road.

20. How do you achieve maximum straight-line braking? Apply the front brake quickly. Use the rear brake only. Alternate between the front and rear brake Fully apply both brakes.

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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.