Indiana DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. The most likely place for a collision is An intersection. A residential area. A multilane highway A school zone.

2. Smaller vehicles are sometimes perceived to be moving ____ to other drivers, making it more dangerous for the driver of the smaller vehicle. Backwards. Faster. Slower The same speed.

3. To cross railroad tracks safely, you should cross them at an angle of at least ____ degrees. 45 20 90 120

4. In hot weather, what type of clothing should you wear while riding your motorcycle? Whatever feels most comfortable. Denim shorts and a leather jacket. Sturdy clothing that covers your arms and legs completely. Long pants and a t-shirt.

5. Which of the following can be done to help friends get home safely without driving? Encourage them to drink more. Help them find a safe ride. None of the answers listed Let them make their own decisions.

6. If you suspect the road ahead is slippery, what should you do? Stop your bike and walk it across the slippery section. Stop and turn around. Slow down before reaching the slippery section Use only your rear brake.

7. Generally, ____ should be avoided. The left lane portion. The left and center lane portions. The center lane portion. The right lane portion.

8. Which is the best lane position for being seen by a driver ahead of you? The left. The right. Any position. The middle.

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

10. Using your brakes properly means Using the front brake only in emergencies. Using the front brake only for most stopping situations. Alternating between the front and rear brakes Using both brakes every time you stop.

11. Distances are harder to judge at night. you should Increase your speed. Avoiding riding at night. Increase your following distance Ride only on rural roads.

12. Which of the following hand signals signifies 'stop'? An arm facing down with the palm backwards. An arm facing up with the palm forward. An arm stressed directly out from your body None of the answers listed.

13. Provided you have the right level of motorcycle license, you are permitted to carry a passenger if Your motorcycle is designed to carry another person. They are wearing protective clothing. The passenger has special shoes All of the above conditions are met.

14. When passing another vehicle Ride close to the edge of the road. Turn on your hazard lights. Ride in the highest gear You must not exceed the speed limit.

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

16. How can you increase your visibility at blind intersections? Always ride in the center lane position. Flash your brake light. Stop beyond the stop line so you will be seen Ride in the lane portion in which you will be seen first.

17. Help balance your motorcycle while turning by Dragging your feet on the ground. Keeping both knees against the gas tank. Leaning the opposite way of the motorcycle Doing all of these things.

18. Increase your safety at night by Riding with your high beam. Using the lights of the car ahead of you to help you see. Increasing your following distance Doing all of these things.

19. 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.

20. Which of the following might possibly not constitute a safe roadside material to drive your motorcycle on if you need to leave the road? Firm, regular pavement. None of the listed answers. Soft grass or loose sand Ordinary concrete surface.

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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.