Kentucky DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When should you only use the front brakes? If the back tire is flat. On surfaces with low traction. When stopping quickly. At all times.

2. Which of the following should you do if you are struck by a flying object? All listed answers. Stop the bike immediately. Sound your horn to show displeasure to the vehicle that caused you getting hit Keep your lane position and pull off when safe to fix the issue.

3. 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.

4. While making normal turns, the rider and the motorcycle must Lean together at the same angle. Lean at different angles. Not lean at all None of the above.

5. What factor(s) play a major part in determining a person's bac? All of the answers listed. How fast that the alcohol is consumed. How much a person weighs The amount of alcohol that someone drinks.

6. What can cause the engine to lock? Being low on oil. Changing gears improperly. Braking using only one brake. Skidding the front tire.

7. If you take a turn too fast, you may end up Destroying your tires. Tipping over while riding. Crossing into another lane of traffic Obstructing the view of vehicles behind you.

8. You are approaching an intersection that has a stop line, but you can tell it is a blind intersection. where should you stop? Where you have the most visibility. At the stop line first, then pull forward. At the stop line only. With the front wheel over the stop line.

9. The best formation when riding in a group is Motorcycles should not ride in groups. In pairs. Single file The staggered formation.

10. What is the best path through a curve? It is different for each curve. It is the center of the road. It is close to the edge of the road It is close to the center line.

11. To perform a quick stop, which brakes should be used? Both the front and back brakes. None of the answers listed. The back brakes only The front brakes only.

12. Passengers should keep their feet on the footrests At all times. Unless riding over a slippery surface. Unless being stopped at an intersection While the motorcycle is moving.

13. The best protection against flying objects while riding is Sunglasses. Headlights. Face protection Goggles.

14. Cross railroad tracks at an angle of at least 45 degrees because It allows you to cross the tracks quickly. A larger angle would be unsafe. It gives you the best view of oncoming trains At a smaller angle you may catch your tires.

15. 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.

16. Which of the following can affect your ability to ride a motorcycle? Prescription medication. Over the counter medication. Alcohol and drugs. All these answers are correct.

17. Motorcycles require ____ lane width to operate safely. A full. Half of a. A quarter of a. A third of a.

18. Which of the following helps avoid fatigue while riding? Taking frequent rest breaks. Limiting your daily driving distance. Protecting yourself from the elements. All of the above.

19. Over ____ % of motorcycle/car crashes occur at intersections. 50 60 75 90

20. How can you increase your chances of avoiding hazards at night? Ride in a group. Reduce your speed. Stay in the same lane position Do not wear a helmet.

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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.