Kentucky DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. Which brake control should you use when you need to stop? The front brake. Both front and rear brake. The rear brake. The emergency brake.

2. When changing lanes on a multilane road, it is important to check the lane next to you and The far lane. Behind you. In front of you Your throttle.

3. What is a hazard that you must watch for when being passed by another vehicle? Objects being thrown from windows. Extended side mirrors. Wind blasts from larger vehicles. All of the above.

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

5. What is the minimum amount of following distance for an adequate space cushion? 40 ft. 4 seconds. 20 ft. 2 seconds.

6. Which of the following should you do if you are struck by a flying object? All listed answers. Stop the bike immediately. Sound your horn to show displeasure to the vehicle that caused you getting hit Keep your lane position and pull off when safe to fix the issue.

7. If you wish to stop your motorcycle quickly, you must apply ____ to do so safely. The rear brake. Both brakes at the same time. The front brake. None of these answers are correct.

8. It is important to use ____ brakes for every stop. Back. Front. Both front and back None of the answers listed.

9. Which brake is most powerful? Rear brake. Foot brake. Front brake. Both front and rear brake are equal.

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

11. The best way to discourage other vehicles from trying to share a lane with you is by Maintaining a center of the lane position. Beeping your horn. Avoiding driving on narrow roads Changing lanes periodically.

12. For stopping or slowing down, the most effective method is to use The front brake only. Engine braking only. The rear brake only Both the front and rear brakes.

13. Over ____ % of motorcycle/car crashes occur at intersections. 50 60 75 90

14. 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.

15. After as few as ____ alcoholic drink(s), your ability to ride can be affected. 1 3 4 2

16. How can you help balance yourself during motorcycle turns? Take your feet off the foot pegs for balance. Lean the opposite direction of the motorcycle. Turn your torso in the direction of the turn Keep your knees against the gas tank.

17. It is safest to approach obstacles at a ____ angle. 180-degree. 25-degree. 45-degree. 90-degree.

18. While riding, you notice there are hazards on the left side of the lane. what should your lane position be? Whichever lane position you generally prefer. Whichever lane position you are currently in. Left, closer to the hazard. Center or right.

19. If you are carrying a package that prevents you from steering with both hands You must not ride the motorcycle. Ride in residential areas only. Ride under 30 mph You can only ride in first gear.

20. You should increase your following distance On single-lane roads. When it is windy. During the day In heavy traffic.

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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.