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1. When scanning road conditions, you should be looking for
2. Which lane portion should be avoided by motorcycle riders?
3. While driving, it is important to frequently search your path of travel for at least ____ seconds in order to help minimize the risk of an accident.
4. Make sure that you are positioned on the motorcycle so your ____ is slightly forward and your arms are slightly bent while riding.
5. What is affected first by inebriation, as relates to driving?
6. As you approach an obstacle that you will need to ride over, you should
7. When scanning the road for hazards, how far ahead should you be looking?
8. What can cause the engine to lock?
9. When riding behind a car, which lane position will keep you the most visible to the driver?
10. When you are being passed from behind, what portion of the lane should your motorcycle be in?
11. Which brake is more important?
12. In order to have a passenger on your motorcycle, you must have
13. Help other vehicles notice that you are slowing down by
14. When riding in a group, where should a beginner rider be positioned?
15. ____ is prohibited when riding downhill.
16. At night, how can the car ahead of you help you see obstacles?
17. If you suspect the vehicle ahead of you does not know you are behind it, what should you do?
18. What does the sipde driver judgment acronym stand for?
19. The majority of your motorcycle brake power is provided by
20. A ____-second following distance gives you a minimum amount of space to stop or swerve, if the driver ahead stops suddenly.
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.