Kentucky DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. If an obstacle cannot be avoided and you must drive over it, approach it at a ____ angle. 90-degree. 45-degree. 25-degree. 135-degree.

2. If you can't avoid riding on a slippery surface, how should you proceed? Travel as slowly as possible and let your feet skim the surface. Ride in the most slippery part of the lane. Walk your motorcycle across it Stay relaxed and maintain speed.

3. Your right wrist should be positioned ____ with proper hand formation. Backwards. Flat. None of the answers listed Upside down.

4. What does choosing the best lane position mean? You are not in a blind spot. You are avoiding hazards on the road. Your space cushion is maximized You are doing all of these.

5. When slowing down, which brake should you use? Rear brake only. Both front and rear brakes at the same time. Front brake only. Front or rear brakes.

6. Why can pulling off to the side of the road be more hazardous to motorcycles than cars? It is more difficult for motorcycles to stop quickly. The shoulder is often sandy and may provide less traction. It is illegal for motorcycles to park on the side of the road Motorcycles require a curb to park against.

7. If both braking and swerving are required to avoid hitting an object, in which order should you brake and swerve? Brake before or after swerving. Brake while swerving. Swerve while braking. You can only brake before swerving, never after.

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. How can you increase your chances of avoiding hazards at night? Ride in a group. Reduce your speed. Stay in the same lane position Do not wear a helmet.

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

11. It is safest to approach obstacles at a ____ angle. 180-degree. 25-degree. 45-degree. 90-degree.

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

13. How can you avoid riding in the blind spot of another vehicle? Find a place without traffic on either side. Only ride in the left of the lane position. Ride faster than the speed limit Ride at the same speed as vehicles you are beside.

14. A motorcycle mini-lane is Half a traffic lane. A special lane designated for motorcycles only. A full traffic lane width Approximately one-third the width of a traffic lane.

15. If a friend has been drinking, which of the following should you not do? Allow them to operate their bike. Arrange for a safe ride. Keep them in one place Slow the pace of their drinking.

16. How do you achieve maximum straight-line braking? Fully apply both brakes. Apply the front brake quickly. Alternate between the front and rear brake Use the rear brake only.

17. 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.

18. A motorcycle rider has an advantage over an automobile driver when passing parked vehicles because: A motorcycle can accelerate faster than a car. A motorcycle rider can avoid the problems of opening doors and people stepping out from between vehicles by driving in the left part of the lane. Motorcycles have a shorter stopping distance.

19. What is the most efficient way to know what is going on behind you? Stop and look around. Turn around and scan the area. Carry a passenger to check for you Check your side mirrors frequently.

20. Mopeds may not be used on any roads where the minimum speed is higher than ____ mph. 15 20 25 30

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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.