Iowa DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When entering a curve where should you position your bike? Do nothing differently. None of the answers listed. To the left of the lane To the right of the lane. To the center of the lane.

2. Rolling on the throttle should be done in which of the following situations? Preparing to stop. To help stabilize while in a turn. Passing a row of parked cars. Descending a hill.

3. Keeping your distance is important when traveling. what does keeping your distance provide you? Better gas mileage and space to maneuver. Time to react and space to maneuver. Time to swerve and quick stop Time to honk your horn and maneuver. Time to honk your horn and react.

4. If a car is merging in to traffic and it is not safe enough for you to move to another lane, what should you do? Accelerate quickly. Decelerate quickly. Adjust your speed accordingly Do nothing and make the merging car wait to enter. None of the answers listed.

5. 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.

6. A motorcycle can be ridden between lanes of traffic In designated areas. When traffic is at a standstill. At no time Only if all traffic is headed in the same direction.

7. Before you mount your motorcycle for a trip, you should check the Fluids. Signal lights. Tires All of these.

8. What does the left hand lever control? The rear brake. The front brake. The gear shifter. The clutch.

9. What type of group formation should be used when riding through curves? Single file. Staggered formation. V-shaped formation. In pairs.

10. 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.

11. When packing your motorcycle, you should pack heavier items In front of a tank bag. In a backpack. On the sissy bar On the handlebars.

12. If someone is following you to closely what should you do? Change lanes and let them pass. Pump your brakes to make them slow down. Speed up to get away from them Honk your horn repeatedly. Let them pass and tailgate them.

13. Which brake is most powerful? Front brake. Both front and rear brake are equal. Rear brake. Foot brake.

14. Motorcycle operators will often attempt curves with too much speed. which method should not be used when navigating a curve on a motorcycle? In slow, tight turns, lean the motorcycle and keep the body straight. In normal turns lean at the same angle as the motorcycle. Slow down the motorcycle before entering the curve Look through the turn with the operator's head and not the shoulders. Reduce speed by rolling back sharply on the throttle when already engaged in the curve.

15. Which of the following is acceptable to wear on a motorcycle as protective clothing? Jeans, t-shirt, and a helmet. Gloves, bright shoes, and a denim jacket. Boots, shorts, and a leather jacket. Sturdy jacket, boots, and gloves.

16. In a single lane of traffic, there are ____ lane positions for a motorcycle. 4 Three. Five. Two.

17. Your helmet should meet who's standards? The department of defense. The supreme court. The dot only The dot and state standards. The state only.

18. How should you position your body in a slow, tight turn? Lean back as far as possible. Your body should remain upright. Lean in the opposite direction of the motorcycle Lean with the motorcycle.

19. If you are riding in a group, at what number should you divide into smaller groups? After 4-5 riders. After 7-8 riders. Always ride all together After 9+ riders. After 6-7 riders.

20. 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.

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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.