Kentucky DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. Where are a motorcycle's blind spots? On the right only. On the left only. On the right and left of the motorcycle. Motorcycles do not have blind spots.

2. The front brake is operated by The right hand lever. The foot pedal. The left foot lever The left hand lever.

3. If you are being followed by a tailgater, what should you do? Increase your speed. Decrease your speed. Encourage him to pass you. Pull over and stop.

4. For most effective steering while riding a motorcycle, your hands should be positioned At or below elbow height. Above your elbows. With elbows locked Below your elbows.

5. A way for you to increase your safety at night is to Use your high beam. Reduce your speed. Increase your following distance All these answers are correct.

6. Which of the following should you not do if your motorcycle is chased by a dog? Accelerate after you near the animal. All listed answers. Down shift as you approach Kick the dog away.

7. The rear brake on a motorcycle is operated by A foot pedal. The left hand lever. A button on the handgrip The right hand lever.

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

9. When starting a motorcycle facing uphill, you should change to ____ to hold the cycle while operating the throttle with the right hand. Either the hand brake or foot brake. The foot brake. The hand brake. Both brakes.

10. ____ are vehicles that are not designed for roads and are thus illegal to drive on roads. Mobile homes. Trail bikes. Vans Trucks.

11. Which of the following may not be legally operated on a street or highway? Minivans. Motor bikes. Trucks Motorcycles.

12. As you approach the center of a turn, you should Apply the rear brake. Move toward the inside of the curve. Move toward the outside of the curve Decrease the throttle.

13. Cars are most likely to try and share your lane when You are in the left of the lane position. They know you are a beginner rider. You are riding on a multi-lane highway They want to pass you.

14. When carrying loads: Keep the load low and as far forward as possible. Keep the load to the rear of the motorcycle. Fasten the load against the frame on the back of the seat.

15. To avoid lurching while downshifting, what should you do? Brake while shifting. Make sure the motorcycle is traveling slow enough for the gear. Only downshift if you are an experienced rider Never shift below second gear.

16. You ride safely on slippery surfaces by Avoiding sudden moves. Leaning back. Holding in the clutch Maintaining or increasing your speed.

17. If your motorcycle is not equipped with a windshield, you must Drive only on paved roads. Wear safety goggles or a face shield. Get your motorcycle equipped with a windshield before you ride it Avoid carrying passengers.

18. 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.

19. The majority of motorcycle crashes occur At high speeds. At low speeds. In curves On hills.

20. When parked in a parallel parking space, you should park at an angle Whenever there are parking meters. With your rear wheel on the curb. With your rear tire touching the curb Within two feet of the curb.

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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.