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1. If you need to slow down while being followed closely, you should ____.
2. What is one cause of skidding while turning?
3. Which of the following statements about crossing an intersection is true?
4. If oncoming traffic is present and you are passing a lane of parked cars, which portion of the lane should you ride in?
5. You should increase your following distance
6. While riding a motorcycle, you are considered legally intoxicated if
7. Before changing lanes on a multi-lane road, you should check
8. In an emergency situation, what is the best way to sound your horn?
9. Which of the following surfaces provides poor traction for motorcycles?
10. Alcohol hits your brain ____ of consumption.
11. When cars try to squeeze past you in the same lane, you should:
12. A front-wheel skid can result from
13. When riding a motorcycle, you can share your lane when
14. If the rear wheel locks, you should
15. You should check your mirrors when
16. When riding at night, you should maintain a __ second following distance between you and other vehicles.
17. If your throttle is stuck and twisting it does not release it, you should
18. What is true about riding in a group?
19. When riding in traffic, a rider must not share the same lane with cars or other vehicles because
20. For most effective steering while riding a motorcycle, your hands should be positioned
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.