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1. A ____-second following distance gives you a minimum amount of space to stop or swerve, if the driver ahead stops suddenly.
2. When driving at night, what is the best way to identify bumps in the road?
3. Nearly ____ % of riders killed in motorcycle accidents had been drinking.
4. If you believe that your motorcycle has not triggered a light sensor while stopped at a traffic light, when can you proceed?
5. For beginner riders, a ____ motorcycle is usually better for riding.
6. At night, how can the car ahead of you help you see obstacles?
7. Intersections are especially dangerous to motorcycles because
8. The staggered formation is the best choice when
9. When carrying loads:
10. When riding in the staggered formation, you should leave a following distance of ____ second(s) between yourself and the motorcycle directly in front of you.
11. Groups of motorcycle riders should be no larger than ____ riders.
12. When braking on slippery surfaces, you should
13. The front brake is operated by
14. In order to have a passenger on your motorcycle, you must have
15. How does carrying a passenger change your motorcycle?
16. Studies show that most crash-involved riders
17. When scanning the road for hazards, how far ahead should you be looking?
18. Other than wearing bright clothing, how can you increase your visibility?
19. Changing your lane position can
20. The best way to carry cargo on a motorcycle is to
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.