Kentucky DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. Which of the following is required equipment for a motorcycle to be operated legally? A headlight with both high and low beams. A rearview mirror. Proof of liability insurance All listed answers are required.

2. To make good judgments in traffic, you need to first: Know how to stop quickly. Be able to swerve. Search ahead.

3. When can you operate a motorcycle between lanes of traffic? During rush hour. Only in designated areas. Never. Whenever it is safe to do so.

4. Riding close to the edge of the road is dangerous for motorcycles because The pavement is poor quality. Dirt collects there and provides little traction. It is prohibited to ride there You may hit pedestrians.

5. As you approach an obstacle that you will need to ride over, you should Increase your speed. Slow down as much as possible. Maintain the same speed Come to a complete stop.

6. Before each ride, you should adjust The clutch. The throttle. The side mirrors Your seat.

7. Changing your lane position can Help you avoid being in a blind spot. Communicate your intentions to other drivers. Provide a possible escape route Do all of the above.

8. Which of the following is not an effect of alcohol? Dulled judgment. Impaired vision. Increased alertness. Slower reactions.

9. If your motorcycle begins to wobble, it is important not to Adjust your weight. Close the throttle. Grip the handlebars tightly Accelerate out of the wobble.

10. Which of the following is true about a motorcycle's conspicuity? In crashes with motorcycles, most drivers never even saw the motorcycle. All of the answers listed. A motorcycle's outline is much smaller than a car's Motorcycles appear farther away than they are. Motorcycles appear to be driving slower than they actually are.

11. In which of the following situations is it important to change your lane position? When a car is trying to share a lane with you. When being passed by other vehicles. When passing parked cars. All of the above.

12. Which riders should haul passengers? All listed answers. Any rider at all. Novice riders with an instructor Only experienced riders.

13. Which of the following does not affect your blood alcohol concentration? How fast you drink. The amount of alcohol. Your weight. Time of day.

14. 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.

15. Trail bikes and all-terrain vehicles cannot be operated where? In a field. None of the listed answers. On wooded trails On streets or highways.

16. The gearshift lever is located In front of the left footrest. In front of the right footrest. By the right handlegrip By the left handlegrip.

17. Groups of motorcycle riders should be no larger than ____ riders. Six. Five. Seven. Two.

18. What does the left hand lever control? The clutch. The front brake. The gear shifter. The rear brake.

19. Which of the following should you do if you are struck by a flying object? All listed answers. Stop the bike immediately. Sound your horn to show displeasure to the vehicle that caused you getting hit Keep your lane position and pull off when safe to fix the issue.

20. The see method consists of search, evaluate, and ____. Enter. Execute. Exit None of the answers listed.

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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.