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1. When making a normal turn, should the motorcycle rider lean?
2. When riding in a group, beginners should ride ____.
3. When being followed too closely by another vehicle, which of the following should a motorcycle operator do to reduce the chance of an accident?
4. While riding, your feet should be positioned
5. You can maintain an adequate space cushion by
6. ____ is not one of the 4 steps in handling turns and curves?
7. What is one thing discussed in the manual that changes when riding a motorcycle with an extra load.
8. When riding on slippery surfaces, which of the following is not advised?
9. In order to avoid hazardous situations, you should
10. What percentage of potential stopping power does the front brake contribute, to a well maintained motorcycle's ability, when a need for a quick stop arises?
11. Motorcycles should follow at least ____ seconds behind the vehicle in front of them.
12. Motorcycles require ____ stopping distance than/as a car.
13. Your front brake can prove at least how much of your stopping power?
14. When riding in a group, beginner riders should be positioned
15. When riding in traffic, a rider must not share the same lane with cars or other vehicles because
16. How can you reduce your reaction time when approaching an intersection?
17. If a car is merging onto the highway, you should ____.
18. Which of the following provides the most protection for your eyes and face?
19. Which is the best lane position for being seen by a driver ahead of you?
20. When slowing down, which brake should you use?
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.