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1. When preparing to merge into the middle lane of a three-lane road, what should you check?
2. You are turning onto a road with one lane of traffic moving in each direction. taking a right turn too fast could cause you to
3. See is a ____ step process used to make judgments.
4. ____ is prohibited when riding downhill.
5. Trail bikes and all-terrain vehicles cannot be operated where?
6. Motorcycles are harder to see. how can you increase your visibility?
7. It is important to keep at least a ____ second following distance from the vehicle in front of you.
8. If you need to get off of the roadway, which of the following should you do?
9. To help maintain balance, your feet should
10. When starting a motorcycle facing uphill, you should change to ____ to hold the cycle while operating the throttle with the right hand.
11. A ____-second following distance gives you a minimum amount of space to stop or swerve, if the driver ahead stops suddenly.
12. Your right wrist should be positioned ____ with proper hand formation.
13. Before starting your motorcycle engine, your transmission should be in
14. For stopping or slowing down, the most effective method is to use
15. You should increase your following distance
16. When riding in a group, you should never
17. Which of the following is true about a motorcycle's conspicuity?
18. Why can pulling off to the side of the road be more hazardous to motorcycles than cars?
19. Mopeds may not be used on any roads where the minimum speed is higher than ____ mph.
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.