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1. Riding with both legs on the same side of the motorcycle is
2. ____ are vehicles that are not designed for roads and are thus illegal to drive on roads.
3. The gearshift lever is located
4. A street legal motorcycle must have ____ mirrors.
5. You are approaching an intersection that has a stop line, but you can tell it is a blind intersection. where should you stop?
6. When riding in a group, group members should communicate by
7. While your feet are on the footrests, you should avoid
8. When should you take your feet off the footpegs and skim them on the surface of the road?
9. The best protection against flying objects while riding is
10. You can help keep your balance while riding by
11. Most riders are driving slower than ____ mph when a crash happens.
12. Heavy steering may be a symptom of what mechanical problem?
13. Drivers in other vehicles present a particular hazard when
14. When should you pull the engine kill switch?
15. The best way to stay alert while riding a motorcycle is to
16. Before each ride, you should adjust
17. In a single lane of traffic, there are ____ lane positions for a motorcycle.
18. If you need to get off of the roadway, which of the following should you do?
19. On a paved road, sand and gravel are most likely to collect
20. Motorcyclists may find it challenging to maintain safe control on surfaces with poor traction such as
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.