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1. When slowing down when others may not expect it, you should
2. How does carrying a passenger change your motorcycle?
3. The best way to discourage another driver from trying to lane-share with you is to
4. Drivers in other vehicles present a particular hazard when
5. All of the following are part of the upshifting process except
6. In a single lane of traffic, there are ____ lane positions for a motorcycle.
7. Which of the following statements is true?
8. When riding in a group, group members should communicate by
9. Your motorcycle has two brakes. use both brakes:
10. When you head check before changing lanes, you're checking
11. What type of clothing is best for daytime riding?
12. When preparing to slow down, you should check
13. If you would like to signal that you are turning left, what is the correct hand-and-arm signal?
14. You should flash your brake light
15. If both braking and swerving are required to avoid hitting an object, in which order should you brake and swerve?
16. If you need to get off of the roadway, which of the following should you do?
17. Groups of motorcycle riders should be no larger than ____ riders.
18. A motorcycle has no more than ____ wheels on the ground.
19. Rolling on the throttle should be done in which of the following situations?
20. When driving through a normal turn, you should
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.