Kentucky DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. If your motorcycle is not equipped with a windshield, you must Drive only on paved roads. Wear safety goggles or a face shield. Get your motorcycle equipped with a windshield before you ride it Avoid carrying passengers.

2. Why can pulling off to the side of the road be more hazardous to motorcycles than cars? It is more difficult for motorcycles to stop quickly. The shoulder is often sandy and may provide less traction. It is illegal for motorcycles to park on the side of the road Motorcycles require a curb to park against.

3. How can you avoid riding in the blind spot of another vehicle? Find a place without traffic on either side. Only ride in the left of the lane position. Ride faster than the speed limit Ride at the same speed as vehicles you are beside.

4. Which of the following should you immediately take into account if you have to deal with a sudden mechanical problem? All listed answers. The extent of the problem. The traffic conditions you are facing Your skills as a repairperson.

5. Motorcycle drivers cannot drive on highways Unless you can travel safely at the minimum posted speed. At night, because your lights aren't bright enough. During rush hour Without a helmet and proper protective gear.

6. When riding in a group, riders should ride in a ____ formation, and never side by side. Double file. None of the answers listed. Single file Staggered.

7. 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.

8. To execute a turn safely a motorcycle rider should always: Lean the motorcycle in the direction of the curve or turn. Slow down in the turn. Turn using the handle bars only.

9. Of the following, the most likely place for a collision is A school zone. An intersection. A multilane highway A residential area.

10. When riding through an area of potential hazards, what should you do? Shift into a higher gear. Skim your feet along the ground. Pull in the clutch. Cover the clutch and the brake.

11. The best formation when riding in a group is Motorcycles should not ride in groups. In pairs. Single file The staggered formation.

12. Motorcycles are harder to see. how can you increase your visibility? Flash your brake light to warn drivers. All these answers are correct. Wear bright clothing Use signal lights.

13. When riding your motorcycle, your feet should be positioned As far forward as possible. Firmly on the footrests. To drag lightly on the ground With your toes pointed downward.

14. When carrying cargo in saddlebags, you should Fill the left bag before the right one. Make sure both bags are full. Distribute the weight evenly between both bags Fill the right bag before the left one.

15. To warn drivers you are slowing down in an unusual place, you can Raise slightly off your seat. Flash your brake light. Swerve from side to side Shift gears instead of braking.

16. When riding at night, you can increase your safety by Wearing reflective clothing. Using your high beam. Reducing your speed Doing all of these.

17. Riding close to the edge of the road is dangerous for motorcycles because The pavement is poor quality. Dirt collects there and provides little traction. It is prohibited to ride there You may hit pedestrians.

18. When riding on the road, you should create more space and minimize harm from any hazard by Using lights or a horn. Adjusting direction or position. Adjusting the speed Doing all of these things.

19. What is the safest braking method? Using both front and rear brakes at the same time. Using only the front brake. Using only the rear brake. Alternating between using the front brake and the rear brake.

20. How can you increase your chances of being seen? All these answers are correct. Use your headlight. Wear bright clothing Choose the best lane position.

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To operate a motorcycle in Kentucky, you must have a motorcycle license or permit. Licenses are issued by the county Circuit Court Clerk's Office. If you are younger than 18, you can apply with parental consent and a valid driver's license. At age 16, you can apply for a moped license, which allows you to operate a moped that is 50cc or less. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle instruction permit, you must apply, submit your required documentation, pass the vision screening and motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To receive a motorcycle license, you must have held a permit for at least one month, submit your application and documentation, pass the motorcycle road skills test, and pay the fees. The motorcycle road skills test can be waived if you successfully complete a motorcycle rider education course.

The knowledge exam is taken through your local Circuit Court Clerk's Office and contains 25 questions about motorcycle safety, operation, and road signs. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle road skills test is scheduled through the Kentucky State Police (KSP). It assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail a test, you must wait a week before you can retest.