Kansas DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. On a road with several lanes which lane should you check first? Check the lane you are in. You should always check the far lane first. Check to see who is in the middle lane Look at the opposite lane you are going into.

2. When should you rise off the seat slightly? Riding on slippery surfaces. Absorbing shock when riding over obstacles. Preparing to pass another vehicle. Increasing your visibility.

3. To get to know your motorcycle, you should check the controls ____. Every time you ride. Once a month. While riding along Once every 10 rides.

4. It may be important to change your lane position if you are Being followed. Riding on a multilane road. Approaching a blind intersection Riding in a residential area.

5. Studies have shown that most crashes involved riders who Did not separate braking from swerving or who did not swerve when it was appropriate to do so. Underbraked the front tire and overbraked the rear. Lacked one of the above skills Lacked none of the above skills.

6. Which of the following is true about braking? Stop quickly by using both brakes. The front brake is controlled by a foot lever. The rear brake has most of the stopping power The rear brake should only be used to slow down.

7. To stop quickest, one should: Apply front brakes, then rear. Apply both front and rear brakes at the same time. Apply rear brakes, then front Apply rear brakes only. Apply front brakes only.

8. Which of the following is the most likely place for a collision? On a hill. On a one-way road. At an intersection. On a curve.

9. When cars try to squeeze past you in the same lane, you should: Keep to the center portion of the lane to discourage them. Reach out your arm and strike the car to alert them to your presence. Ride on the shoulder to give them more room Move to the edge of the lane and wave them on.

10. If the throttle is stuck, what should you do? Jump off the motorcycle. Stop the motorcycle using the rear brake only. Flip the engine cut-off switch and pull in the clutch at the same time Pull in the clutch.

11. 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.

12. What are two ways to avoid obstacles in your path? Stopping and swerving. Sliding and skidding. Stopping and sliding. Sliding and swerving.

13. Riding with both legs on the same side of the motorcycle is Permitted only if you are carrying large items. Permitted for passengers only. Never permitted Permitted for children only.

14. When loading saddlebags, it is important to Fill all of them completely. Not exceed 20 lbs per bag. Fill one completely before loading others Load them evenly with the same weight.

15. 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.

16. When approaching an intersection, the best way to reduce your reaction time is to Avoid using the highest gear. Keep the clutch pulled in when not accelerating. Avoid wearing a full-face helmet Cover the clutch and the brake.

17. If your throttle is stuck and twisting it does not release it, you should Apply both brakes. Use engine braking. Pull the engine kill switch Use the front brake only.

18. Where is the safest spot you should place a load that you are carrying? In the front over the gas tank. On the back fender. Place it on the handlebars Put the load over or in front of the rear axle.

19. On a highway, you see other vehicles about to merge into your lane from an entrance ramp. what should you do? Move into another lane if one is open. If you cannot change lanes, adjust your speed to open up space for the merging drivers. Give them plenty of room Do all of the above.

20. Which of the following affects your blood alcohol concentration? How much you weigh. How fast you drink. The number of drinks you've had. All of the above.

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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.