Indiana DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. If you brake hard on a straightaway and your rear wheel locks Keep the rear wheel locked until stopped. Release the brake and only use the front brake. Release all brakes and coast to a stop Pull the engine kill switch.

2. Where are the clutch and brake lever found on your motorcycle? Clutch is on the left and the brake is on the right. Clutch is on the right and the brake is on the left. Both the clutch and brake are on the right Both the clutch and brake are on the left.

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

4. Which lane portion should be avoided by motorcycle riders? The left lane position. No lane position needs to be avoided. The right lane position. The center lane position.

5. On slippery surfaces you should Use both brakes . Use the rear brake only. Avoid using brakes Use the front brake only.

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

7. 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. 10 12 5 7

8. The best protection from other vehicles is Using your high beam. Choosing the right helmet. Maintaining an adequate space cushion Wearing protective clothing.

9. If your motorcycle is not equipped with a windshield, you must Get your motorcycle equipped with a windshield before you ride it. Drive only on paved roads. Wear safety goggles or a face shield Avoid carrying passengers.

10. Choosing the best lane position helps you to All these answers are correct. Avoid road hazards. Communicate what you plan to do Stay out of blind spots.

11. When riding a motorcycle, you can share your lane when Sharing it with another motorcycle. You should never share your lane. Riding between rows of vehicles Riding in the right of the lane position only.

12. ____ a common factor in motorcycle collisions. Traffic signals are. Bad drivers are. Seasonal changes are. Not being seen is.

13. If you lock the rear brake on a surface with good traction Release the rear brake and use only the front brake. Release both brakes and coast to a stop. You should release the rear brake and reapply it You can keep it locked until you come to a complete stop.

14. Which of the following applies to carrying cargo? Distribute the weight evenly. Carry loads on the sissy bar. Cargo should not be carried while carrying a passenger Ropes are the best method to secure cargo.

15. The edge of the road is dangerous for motorcycles because There is poor visibility. The pavement is poor quality. Dirt and gravel provide little traction It is not driven on often.

16. Where are a motorcycle's blind spots? Motorcycles do not have blind spots. On the right only. On the right and left of the motorcycle. On the left only.

17. When preparing to merge into the middle lane of a three-lane road, what should you check? Your throttle, to make sure it is not stuck. Your signal light, to make sure it is working. Your speed limit, to make sure you are not exceeding it. The lane beside you and the far lane.

18. What lane position should you ride in when being passed by another vehicle? Center. Left or right. Left. Center or right.

19. The acronym 'see' is short-hand for what? A special law enforcement squad primarily concerned with policing drunk driving laws. A strategy for looking ahead when driving in order to promote safety. An education program that allows first-time driving under the influence offenders to erase points from their driving record None of the listed answers.

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

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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.