Kentucky DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. Motorcycles must be cautious when approaching an intersection because they are smaller, and therefore Drive much slower than cars. Are much faster than cars. Appear closer than they are Appear further away.

2. When is it most important to check your mirrors? When you are preparing to change lanes. When you are decreasing your speed. While you are stopped at an intersection. In all of the above situations.

3. Most accidents occur with riders travelling under ____ miles per hour. 10 20 25 30

4. Before downshifting, you should Lean forward. Flash your brake light. Apply the rear brake Decelerate.

5. When parked along the roadside, you should park With your front tire touching the curb. On the curb. With your rear tire touching the curb Parallel to the curb.

6. Experienced riders tend to limit themselves to ____ hours of riding. 2 3 4 6

7. When riding in a group, you should never Put a beginner near the front. Pair up. Ride single file Pass vehicles in front of you.

8. A motorcycle has no more than ____ wheels on the ground. 2 3 5 4

9. How can you make your brake light more noticeable to others? Avoid tailgating. Ride in lighted areas. Use your high beam Flash your brake light.

10. What controls the front brake? The left hand lever. The right foot pedal. The left foot pedal. The right hand lever.

11. When looking where you want to turn, you should Reduce your speed before the turn. Turn your head, not your shoulders, in the direction of the intended turn. Keep your eyes level with the horizon Do all of the above.

12. Which of the following increases safety when riding at night? Reduce your speed. Use the lights of the car ahead to help you see. All these answers are correct Increase your following distance.

13. 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.

14. If an obstacle cannot be avoided and you must drive over it, approach it at a ____ angle. 90-degree. 45-degree. 25-degree. 135-degree.

15. It is important that motorcycles have ____ equipped for passengers riding on board. Brakes. None of the answers listed. Footrests Trunks.

16. ____ drugs can affect your ability to ride. Illegal. Everyday. Prescription. All of the above.

17. Which of the following should you do when riding at night? Decrease the distance between you and another vehicle. Increase your speed to match another vehicle. Use your high beams Use your low beams.

18. What should be done before every trip on your motorcycle? Check all necessary equipment. Empty the trunk. None of the answers listed Repaint the exterior.

19. Your right wrist should be positioned ____ with proper hand formation. Backwards. Flat. None of the answers listed Upside down.

20. 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.

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About Motorcycle Permit Practice Tests

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.