Kentucky DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. 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.

2. Distance around your motorcycle gives you which of the following? A cushion of space. All listed answers. Room to maneuver Time to react.

3. You should increase your following distance On single-lane roads. When it is windy. During the day In heavy traffic.

4. Motorcycle groups larger than ____ people should split into smaller groups. Five. Six. Two. Three.

5. If the rear tire goes flat while riding Stop with the front brake only. Stop with the rear brake only. Use engine braking Use both brakes to stop.

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. It is important to keep at least a ____ second following distance from the vehicle in front of you. 4 Ten. Twelve Two.

8. Drivers in other vehicles present a particular hazard when You are passing a row of parked cars. You are riding through a school zone. You are making a right turn You are parking your motorcycle.

9. When traveling in a group, you should never ride In a staggered formation. Single file. Two abreast With more than 3 motorcycles together.

10. Some form of injuries occur in over ____ of motorcycle crashes that involve either alcohol or drugs. 40% 60% 65% 90%

11. ____ can cause your motorcycle to wobble. Improper loading of cargo. Improper braking technique. Riding a motorcycle that is too big. Carrying a passenger.

12. Which of the following is not an effect of alcohol? Dulled judgment. Impaired vision. Increased alertness. Slower reactions.

13. 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.

14. What does the left hand lever control? The clutch. The front brake. The gear shifter. The rear brake.

15. While you are riding on a curvy road, your motorcycle position should Stay on the right side of the lane. Stay on the left side of the lane. Change constantly to give you the best view Stay in the center of your lane.

16. 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.

17. If you suspect the road ahead is slippery, what should you do? Use only your rear brake. Stop and turn around. Stop your bike and walk it across the slippery section Slow down before reaching the slippery section.

18. Slippery surfaces can be even more dangerous if you are Only using one brake. Riding in the left of the lane position. Riding in the right of the lane position Using both brakes.

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

20. 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.

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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.