Indiana DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When being passed on the left, it is best to Ride on the shoulder of the road. Avoid the left lane position. Avoid the center of the lane Keep closer to the passing vehicle.

2. Make sure that you are positioned on the motorcycle so your ____ is slightly forward and your arms are slightly bent while riding. None of the answers listed. Pedal. Trunk Seat.

3. While making normal turns, the rider and the motorcycle must Lean at different angles. Not lean at all. Lean together at the same angle None of the above.

4. Which is the correct description for a hand signal that signals single file? Arm extended up from shoulder, palm forward. Arm and index finger extended straight up. Arm and thumb extended straight up Arm, index finger, and middle finger extended straight up. Arm extended straight down with palm facing back.

5. ____, in a addition to alcohol and illegal drugs, can have very negative effects on the body that impair your ability to drive. Candy. None of the answers listed. Water Prescription drugs.

6. Why is maintaining a space cushion important? It gives you space to maneuver. It gives you time to react. It gives you time to correct your mistakes It does all of these.

7. What is the proper way to swerve? Pull the handgrip in the direction you want to swerve. Press the handgrip in the opposite direction you want to swerve. Pull the handgrip in the opposite direction you want to swerve Press the handgrip in the direction you want to swerve.

8. The front brake is controlled by The right foot pedal. The left hand lever. The left foot pedal The right hand lever.

9. What are two ways to avoid obstacles in your path? Sliding and swerving. Sliding and skidding. Stopping and swerving. Stopping and sliding.

10. Tinted eye protection Should be worn at all times. Is mandatory during the day. Should not be worn at night Is mandatory for drivers only.

11. What is the safest braking method? Alternating between using the front brake and the rear brake. Using only the front brake. Using both front and rear brakes at the same time. Using only the rear brake.

12. What do gravel, lane markings, and road edges have in common? They are the safest places to ride. They are areas where motorcycles cannot ride. They are present on all roads They provide poor traction for motorcycles.

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

14. If your front wheel locks, your best course of action is to Continue applying the brake. Use the rear brake only. Release the brake and reapply it smoothly Release the rear brake only.

15. Adjust your side mirrors so you will be able to see Behind you and part of the lane beside you. Only beside your vehicle. Everything to the sides and rear Only behind your vehicle.

16. If you are struck by a flying object while driving, you should do what? Keep your eyes on the road and your hands on the handlebars. once it is safe to do so, pull off the road and attend to any needed repairs, if necessary. Immediately stop in the middle of the road and assess any damage caused by the object. None of the listed answers Weave in a quick pattern to avoid any future objects that might hit you.

17. When you ride in a group Never ride in groups of more than three. Put the newest riders at the rear. Ride in pairs whenever possible Don't tailgate the rider in front of you.

18. When you park, which wheel should be touching the curb? Both wheels. The rear. Neither wheel. The front.

19. A ____-second following distance gives you a minimum amount of space to stop or swerve, if the driver ahead stops suddenly. Three. Five. One. Two.

20. Out of all motorcycle crashes, what percentage of riders had been drinking? 10% 40% 20% 50% 30%

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To operate a motorcycle in Indiana, you must have a motorcycle endorsement on your license. Licenses are issued by the Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV). You can apply for a motorcycle endorsement at age 16½ if you hold a valid Indiana driver's license. You may also apply for a motorcycle learner's permit while working toward your endorsement. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to legally operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle learner's permit, you must apply, submit the required documentation, pass the vision screening and motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To receive a motorcycle endorsement on your license, you must apply, submit your documentation, and pass the vision screening, if it is required. If you currently hold a learner's permit, you must pass the motorcycle skills exam to receive your endorsement. Alternatively, if you successfully complete an approved Ride Safe Indiana motorcycle safety training course, you can receive an endorsement without taking the motorcycle skills exam.

The motorcycle knowledge test is taken at your local BMV. The test contains 25 questions on motorcycle safety and driving skills. You must answer 22 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle skills exam is taken at an approved exam site and assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail a test, you must wait one day to retake it.