Kentucky DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. What does choosing the best lane position mean? You are not in a blind spot. You are avoiding hazards on the road. Your space cushion is maximized You are doing all of these.

2. When should you take your feet off the footpegs and skim them on the surface of the road? When riding on ice. When crossing railroad tracks. When riding in a parking lot. When riding on metal grating.

3. What is a good strategy for seeing bumps on a road at night? Watch the taillights of the car ahead of you. Stay in low gears. Wear reflective clothing Use your low beam headlight.

4. If you believe that your motorcycle has not triggered a light sensor while stopped at a traffic light, when can you proceed? When it is safe to do so. After waiting two light cycles. After waiting for 120 seconds. All of these.

5. If your front wheel locks, your best course of action is to Release the rear brake only. Continue applying the brake. Release the brake and reapply it smoothly Use the rear brake only.

6. 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.

7. After consuming alcohol, you can ensure you will not be driving under the influence if you Were drinking beer or wine, but not hard liquor. Wait at least an hour. Wait at least 30 minutes You can never be certain that consumed alcohol will not affect your driving.

8. Studies have shown that around ____ of all riders killed in motorcycle accidents had been drinking. 15-20%. 40-45%. 75-85% 5-10%.

9. Riding alongside a row of parked cars can be dangerous because Car doors may be opened into your path. The road will be more slippery. Your visibility will be reduced The traffic will be heavier.

10. Before starting your motorcycle engine, your transmission should be in Second gear. Third gear. First gear Neutral.

11. 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.

12. Tinted eye protection Is mandatory during the day. Is mandatory for drivers only. Should not be worn at night Should be worn at all times.

13. The best lane position for being seen is The left third of the lane. The center third of the lane. Not important. The right third of the lane.

14. When packing your motorcycle, you should pack heavier items On the sissy bar. In a backpack. In front of a tank bag On the handlebars.

15. Which lane position should you ride in when passing parked cars? The right. The left. The right or center. The center.

16. To help maintain balance, your feet should Be placed firmly on the foot pegs. Skim the ground during turns. Point down toward the road Be against the gas tank.

17. When braking on slippery surfaces, you should Use the front brake only. Use the rear brake only. Always coast in neutral Use both brakes.

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

19. What is the best way to stay out of trouble while riding a motorcycle? To see it coming by looking well ahead. By avoiding high density traffic areas. By increasing the following distance between your motorcycle and the vehicle in front of you.

20. A person must be at least ____ years old or have a valid driver's license to obtain a motorcycle license. 16 18 21 24

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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.