Indiana DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. If your motorcycle starts to wobble, you should Open the throttle slowly. Apply the rear brake only. Close the throttle slowly Apply the front brake only.

2. When making a slow, tight turn, how can you maintain balance? Keep your feet on the foot pegs. Keep your body straight while leaning only the motorcycle. Lean the opposite direction of the motorcycle. Lean the same direction as the motorcycle.

3. If there is a hazard on the right side of the road, which lane position should you ride in? Left or center. Center or right. Center only. Right or left.

4. While driving in the city and looking ahead for hazards, you should be checking at least ____ ahead. One-half block. Two blocks. Three blocks. One block.

5. Studies have shown that most crashes involved riders who Did not separate braking from swerving or who did not swerve when it was appropriate to do so. Underbraked the front tire and overbraked the rear. Lacked one of the above skills Lacked none of the above skills.

6. When riding at night, you can increase your safety by Using your high beam. Wearing reflective clothing. Reducing your speed Doing all of these.

7. What is the best way to protect your eyes while riding a motorcycle? A helmet. Protective glasses. Goggles. A plastic face shield.

8. How can you ride safely on slippery surfaces? Ride on the slipperiest portion of the lane. Lean opposite to the motorcycle during turns. Increase your speed to maintain balance Reduce your speed and avoid sudden moves.

9. When riding, your clothing should be protective and Loose fitting. Tight fitting. Completely cover your arms and legs Made of an approved material.

10. When parked along the roadside, you should park Parallel to the curb. With your rear tire touching the curb. With your front tire touching the curb On the curb.

11. 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.

12. When approaching an intersection where a vehicle may cross your path Cover the clutch and brake to reduce your reaction time. Always yield to vehicles approaching the intersection. Beep your horn to warn other drivers Come to a complete stop even if you have the right-of-way.

13. There is (are) ____ possible lane position(s) available to a motorcycle in a single lane of traffic. Two. Three. One. 4

14. The location that is likely to have the greatest potential for danger as a rider is what? At busy intersections, whether in an urban area or a residential one. On long, country highways. Parking garages, such as those found in urban centers None of the listed answers.

15. Because cars merging onto the highway may not see you, you should Flash your brake light. Pull in the clutch. Move to a farther lane if possible Move into the center lane position.

16. The best way to protect your eyes is with A three-quarter helmet. A face shield. Eyeglasses A windshield.

17. To help maintain balance during a turn, you should Maintain or increase your speed. Drag your inside foot for support. Decrease or maintain your speed Drag your outside foot for support.

18. In proper riding posture Your knees are against the gas tank. Your feet are resting firmly on the footrests. Your arms are slightly bent All of the above are true.

19. If a vehicle enters your path, you should Beep your horn. Flash your brake light. Tailgate the vehicle Move away from the vehicle.

20. 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.

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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.