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1. When riding in a group, riders should ride in a ____ formation, and never side by side.
2. It is important that motorcycles have ____ equipped for passengers riding on board.
3. What is the minimum amount of following distance for an adequate space cushion?
4. If you suspect the road ahead is slippery, what should you do?
5. Generally, what is the best lane position for being seen?
6. When should the right lane position be avoided?
7. When looking where you want to turn, you should
8. It is important to keep at least a ____ second following distance from the vehicle in front of you.
9. When you cross railroad tracks, you should ride your motorcycle ____ within your lane to cross the tracks.
10. What is the BAC limit where a rider is legally considered intoxicated?
11. If you are riding on an interstate highway, your engine should be at least ____ cc.
12. How can you increase your visibility at blind intersections?
13. When should you take your feet off the footpegs and skim them on the surface of the road?
14. How can you increase your chances of being seen?
15. When riding through a turn, you should turn
16. If your motorcycle starts to wander back and forth while riding over metal bridge gratings you should:
17. When riding your motorcycle, your feet should be positioned
18. When preparing to enter the roadway from the roadside, how should you position your motorcycle?
19. Some form of injuries occur in over ____ of motorcycle crashes that involve either alcohol or drugs.
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.