Indiana DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When crossing railroad tracks, you should cross at a 90-degree angle In residential and rural areas. Only when signs tell you to. Unless that path will take you into an oncoming traffic lane At all times.

2. 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.

3. To help maintain balance, your feet should Point down toward the road. Be against the gas tank. Skim the ground during turns Be placed firmly on the foot pegs.

4. If you are riding over an obstacle on the road, what is the best way to absorb shock? Avoid using the brakes. Couch down to lower the center of gravity. Increase your speed. Raise off the seat to absorb shock with your knees and elbows.

5. 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.

6. What is the BAC limit for an adult to be considered legally intoxicated? .02% .05% 0.08% .10%

7. ____ can affect your ability to ride a motorcycle. Illegal drugs. Prescription medication. Alcohol. All of these.

8. When sitting properly on a motorcycle, your arms should be At a 90-degree angle. Bent slightly. Positioned with your hands above your elbows Positioned with your elbows locked.

9. When carrying cargo or a passenger You must carry a special license. An increased stopping distance is required. You must ride only during the day A decreased stopping distance is required.

10. You can initiate a swerve by Pressing the handgrip of the direction you want to swerve. Downshifting gears. Applying the rear brake Pressing the handgrip of the opposite direction you want to swerve.

11. How can you reduce your reaction time when approaching an intersection? Look both ways. Cover the clutch and the brake. Maintain or increase your speed Point your toes downward.

12. If there are two or more motorcycles riding together, they should ride Single file. In pairs. In a v-formation In a staggered formation.

13. Generally, motorcycles require Less distance than a car to stop. More room to operate safely than cars. More distance than a car to stop The same amount of distance as a car to stop.

14. The turning diameter of a 3 wheel motorcycle must be less than ____ degrees. 25 40 60 90

15. 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.

16. 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.

17. ____ is prohibited when riding downhill. Shifting gears. Increasing your speed. Coasting in neutral gear. Slowing down.

18. In any collision, you have a far better chance of avoiding serious injury when you wear Protective clothing. Face or eye protection. A motorcycle safety helmet that is U.S. dot compliant All of the above.

19. When should the staggered formation be used? Long stretches of road. Merging onto the highway. Through curves and turns. When passing as a group.

20. The staggered formation is the best choice when There is an emergency situation. Parking parallel to the curb. Riding in a group Taking curves.

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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.