Kansas DMV Motorcycle Test

Pass the Kansas Motorcycle Permit test the first time with FREE Kansas DMV Practice Tests. Study real motorcycle permit questions from the DMV handbook!.

1. Signal lights should be used In cities but not in rural areas. Every time you plan to turn or change lanes. As long as other vehicles are around Only if you may not be seen by other vehicles.

2. When riding on an uneven surface, you can absorb more shock by Rising slightly off the seat. Applying the brake lightly. Swerving from side to side Taking your feet off the footrests.

3. One of the main causes of single-vehicle crashes is from ____. Eating while riding. Riding too slow. Not taking a corner properly Racing.

4. If you are caught driving under the influence, you may____. Lose your license. Have to do community service. Incur costly expenses Receive fines. All of the listed answers.

5. When a vehicle is merging into your lane, what actions should you take to avoid a hazardous situation? Adjust speed to open up space for the merging vehicle. Change to another lane if one is open. All of the answers listed Give the merging vehicle plenty of room.

6. When seated properly on your motorcycle, your arms should be Locked at the elbows. Slightly bent at the elbows. Positioned with your hands above your elbows Bent at a 90-degree angle.

7. You can increase visibility on the road by wearing ____ while driving your motorcycle. A black shirt. A yellow jacket. A black helmet A dark brown vest.

8. If the rear wheel locks, you should Increase the throttle. Not release the brake. Release the brake Grab the front brake.

9. When riding in a group, beginner riders should be positioned Behind the leader. At the end. In the front In front of the last rider.

10. How can you prevent fatigue while riding? Protect yourself from the elements. Take frequent breaks. Limit the length of your trip All of the above are correct.

11. What can cause the engine to lock? Being low on oil. Braking using only one brake. Skidding the front tire. Changing gears improperly.

12. In which of these scenarios is it the least important to check your mirrors? When descending a large hill. Before you change lanes. When stopped at an intersection. When beginning to slow down.

13. 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.

14. Riding ____ decreases your chances of being seen. While using your high beam. Alongside other vehicles. Near other motorcycles. In residential areas.

15. If the chain breaks on your motorcycle while riding what will you notice right away? The bike will begin to swerve or wobble. You will hear a very loud banging sound. You will lose power to the rear wheel Your motorcycle will immediately turn off.

16. When you are drunk one of the main reasons crashes are more often is because? Because you cannot see straight. Driving while intoxicated causes you to misjudge your car's power. You can't steer as well because of the reduced motor skills You are confident and take more risks when driving.

17. Passengers on a motorcycle should have: A comfortable amount of seat room. Exactly the same protective gear as the driver. Thorough instruction from the driver before starting out All listed answers are correct. Their own footrests.

18. You can help stabilize your motorcycle during a turn by Pulling in the clutch. Leaning forward. Increasing the throttle Decreasing the throttle.

19. You should increase your following distance In heavy traffic. When it is windy. During the day On single-lane roads.

20. If oncoming traffic is present and you are passing a lane of parked cars, which portion of the lane should you ride in? The center. The right. The center or the right. The left.

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To operate a motorcycle in Kansas, you must have a Class M license or a motorcycle endorsement on your license. Licenses are issued by the Department of Revenue (DOR). At age 14, you can apply for a motorcycle instruction permit. At age 16, you can apply for a less-restricted Class M license, and at age 17, you can apply for a Class M license or a motorcycle endorsement. A permit, license, or endorsement allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle instruction permit, you must submit your application and documentation, pass the vision screening and motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To receive a less-restricted motorcycle license, you must have held an instruction permit at least 12 months, submit an application and documentation, complete the required driving hours, and pay the fees. Additionally, you must either complete a motorcycle driver's education course or pass the written and motorcycle rider skills tests. To receive a Class M license or endorsement on your driver's license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pay the fees, and pass the vision screening, motorcycle knowledge test, and the motorcycle rider skills test.

Tests are scheduled through the DOR. The motorcycle knowledge test contains 25 questions covering road rules and safe riding practices. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle rider skills test assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail a test, you must wait one day to retake it.