Kentucky DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. If you are about to collide with an object, and you wish to get the motorcycle to lean quickly to the right, you should Push the inside of the left handlegrip. Pull the left handlegrip toward you. Push the inside of the right handlegrip Pull the right handlegrip toward you.

2. If the throttle is stuck, what should you do? Stop the motorcycle using the rear brake only. Flip the engine cut-off switch and pull in the clutch at the same time. Jump off the motorcycle Pull in the clutch.

3. What controls the front brake? The left hand lever. The right foot pedal. The left foot pedal. The right hand lever.

4. When you ride in a group Put the newest riders at the rear. Ride in pairs whenever possible. Don't tailgate the rider in front of you Never ride in groups of more than three.

5. Choosing the best lane position helps you to Stay out of blind spots. Avoid road hazards. Communicate what you plan to do All these answers are correct.

6. When you head check before changing lanes, you're checking Areas of vision blocked by your helmet. The traction of the road surface. The size of the vehicles that are close to you The lane beside you and the far lane.

7. When riding your motorcycle, your feet should be positioned As far forward as possible. Firmly on the footrests. To drag lightly on the ground With your toes pointed downward.

8. If you are in traffic and a small animal runs in front of your vehicle, what is the safest way to handle the situation? Immediate drive in reverse. None of the answers listed. Swerve into another lane Stay in your lane.

9. When riding through an area of potential hazards, what should you do? Shift into a higher gear. Skim your feet along the ground. Pull in the clutch. Cover the clutch and the brake.

10. You can maintain an adequate space cushion by Speeding up when approached by tailgaters. Beeping your horn at close drivers. Adjusting your lane position as you ride Always riding in the center of the lane position.

11. The best face protection is A windshield. Sunglasses. Approved goggles A shatter-resistant face shield.

12. In which of the following places are motorcycle collisions most frequent? Multi-lane highways. Acceleration lanes. Intersections. Rural areas.

13. Before every ride, you should check your motorcycle's Lights. Tires. Chassis All of the above.

14. Of the following, the most likely place for a collision is A school zone. An intersection. A multilane highway A residential area.

15. Heavy steering may be a symptom of what mechanical problem? Flat tires. Low gas. None of the answers listed Low oil.

16. How can you increase your visibility at blind intersections? Stop beyond the stop line so you will be seen. Flash your brake light. Always ride in the center lane position Ride in the lane portion in which you will be seen first.

17. Motorcycle passengers should Get on before you start the engine. Lean the opposite direction of the motorcycle. Sit as far forward as possible Put their feet down when stopped.

18. Nearly ____ % of riders killed in motorcycle accidents had been drinking. 10 20 30 45

19. You should start the motorcycle with Your hands above your elbows. Your right wrist low. Your right wrist flat Your elbows locked.

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

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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.