Kentucky DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. Intersections are especially dangerous to motorcycles because They do not have to obey traffic lights. Other vehicles often do not see them approaching. Motorcycles are not permitted to cross intersections They are slower than other vehicles.

2. A street legal motorcycle must have ____ mirrors. 1 2 3 4

3. An adequate space cushion between yourself and the vehicle ahead of you is at least ____ seconds 4 6 3 2

4. If you want to carry a passenger, your motorcycle must have Special shocks. A windshield. Footrests for the passenger All of the above.

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

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

7. What is engine braking? Where your engine stops working. Downshifting through gears to slow the motorcycle. Using the engine kill switch to stop the motorcycle. Upshifting to gain speed on hills.

8. Which of the following helps you be more visible to other drivers? Drive with your headlights off. None of the answers listed. Wear dark clothing Wear bright clothing.

9. Rolling on the throttle should be done in which of the following situations? Preparing to stop. To help stabilize while in a turn. Passing a row of parked cars. Descending a hill.

10. To prevent fatigue, even the most experienced drivers try not to ride for more than ____ hours in a day. 12 4 15 6

11. On a paved road, sand and gravel are most likely to collect In the left wheel track. Near the center of the road. Along the sides of the road In all of the above areas.

12. When driving over an uneven surface, it is important to approach at a ____ degree angle if possible. 180 45 90 70

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

14. You should downshift through the gears when you Need to slow down. Are approaching a stop sign. Need more power to accelerate Need to do any of the above.

15. Most riders are driving slower than ____ mph when a crash happens. 15 90 60 30

16. ____ can increase your visibility. Pulling in the clutch. Riding in the left lane position. Changing your lane position according to traffic situations. Riding with a passenger.

17. The majority of motorcycle crashes occur At high speeds. At low speeds. In curves On hills.

18. Using proper ____ can help in blocking any sort of rocks, insects, or debris from hitting the rider. Face protection. Pedals. Socks Hand protection.

19. While riding your motorcycle in high-risk areas, you must cover ____ to reduce the time you need to react. Your eyes with goggles. The clutch and both brakes. Your whole travel lane. Your head with a helmet.

20. To avoid confusing other drivers you should: Increase the following distance between your motorcycle and the vehicle in front of you if you are being tailgated. Make sure your turn signal turns off after you finish a turn. Use your horn only in emergency situations.

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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.