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1. If both braking and swerving are required to avoid hitting an object, in which order should you brake and swerve?
2. To warn drivers you are slowing down in an unusual place, you can
3. When you ride a motorcycle on slippery pavement, you should ____ to avoid a skid.
4. Alcohol affects the body in many different ways, but the first effect is to your
5. When approaching an oncoming obstacle that is possible to ride over, what is the best angle to take?
6. If you need to stop quickly you should ____.
7. Which of the following is the most likely place for a collision?
8. Maintaining or increasing your speed while making a turn
9. When preparing to enter the roadway from the roadside, how should you position your motorcycle?
10. Rising off the seat slightly
11. If your front tire fails while riding, you should ease off the throttle and
12. In locations where there is oil and grease buildup, the best lane position is
13. At a blind intersection you should ____.
14. What causes a motorcycle engine to lug?
15. Which of the following does not increase your safety when riding at night?
16. ____ is prohibited when riding downhill.
17. Whichever lane you choose to ride it, your positioning should ____.
18. If you need to deal with a mechanical problem, consider ____.
19. In order to get the most protection from your helmet, it should:
20. How is maximum straight line braking achieved?
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.