Kentucky DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. If you need to get off of the roadway, which of the following should you do? All listed answers. Pull off the road to as far right as you can. Check the surface of the roadside Signal your intention.

2. If your motorcycle starts to wander back and forth while riding over metal bridge gratings you should: Downshift immediately to a lower gear to improve traction. Proceed in a zig-zag pattern until you cross the bridge. Relax, stay on course and ride straight across.

3. A person must be at least ____ years old or have a valid driver's license to obtain a motorcycle license. 16 18 21 24

4. On a highway, you see other vehicles about to merge into your lane from an entrance ramp. what should you do? Move into another lane if one is open. If you cannot change lanes, adjust your speed to open up space for the merging drivers. Give them plenty of room Do all of the above.

5. When changing lanes on a multilane road, it is important to check the lane next to you and The far lane. Behind you. In front of you Your throttle.

6. 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.

7. Which of the following should be done before riding your motorcycle for the first time? Clean out the trunk. Read the owner's manual. None of the answers listed Turn on the radio.

8. Which lane position should you ride in to increase your line of sight? The center. Any lane position. The right. The left.

9. When preparing to pass the vehicle in front of you, you can increase your line of sight by Riding in the left of the lane position. Riding in the right of the lane position. Pulling into oncoming traffic Riding in the center of the lane position.

10. 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.

11. How can you protect yourself from injury during a collision? Try to jump off the bike before hitting the ground. Roll away from the motorcycle. Wear protective motorcycle clothes and gear Try to land with your arms first.

12. 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.

13. Riding with both legs on the same side of the motorcycle is Permitted for passengers only. Permitted only if you are carrying large items. Never permitted Permitted for children only.

14. To help maintain balance, your feet should Be placed firmly on the foot pegs. Skim the ground during turns. Point down toward the road Be against the gas tank.

15. When is it most important to check your mirrors? When you are preparing to change lanes. When you are decreasing your speed. While you are stopped at an intersection. In all of the above situations.

16. 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.

17. Which of the following statements is true? Naturally, you should do everything you safely can to avoid hitting an animal. if you are in traf?c, however, remain in your lane. For larger animals (deer, elk, cattle), brake and prepare to stop. If you are chased by a dog, downshift and approach the animal slowly. as you approach it, accelerate away and leave the animal behind All of the above are correct.

18. You should flash your brake light Every time you stop. When exiting a parking space. When you are slowing down in a surprising area When crossing an intersection instead of turning.

19. 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.

20. Where is the engine cut-off switch located? Near the right handgrip. Near the right foot pedal. Near the left handgrip. Near the left foot pedal.

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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.