Kentucky DMV Motorcycle Test

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

2. Keeping your knees against the gas tank Should only be done to help steady cargo. Should never be done. Helps you keep your balance Helps turn the motorcycle.

3. When starting on a hill, you should use ____ to hold you while you wait for the engine to take hold. The rear brake. The clutch. Your ft. The front brake.

4. Tinted eye protection Is mandatory during the day. Is mandatory for drivers only. Should not be worn at night Should be worn at all times.

5. You should downshift through the gears when you Need to slow down. Are approaching a stop sign. Need more power to accelerate Need to do any of the above.

6. It is dangerous to ride beside a line of parked cars because Traction is poor beside parked cars. It decreases visibility. You may collide with a car Someone may open his or her door into your path.

7. In which of these situations is someone most likely to try and share a lane with you? When they want to pass you. In heavy traffic. When preparing to turn at an intersection. All of these.

8. Which of the following does not lessen your chances of being involved in a collision? Using your signals at all times. Maintaining and adequate space cushion. Wear clothing which increases visibility. Wear durable clothing.

9. Which of the following is a dangerous surface? A railroad grating. A slippery surface. Uneven paved surfaces All of the listed answers.

10. After consuming alcohol, you can ensure you will not be driving under the influence if you Were drinking beer or wine, but not hard liquor. Wait at least an hour. Wait at least 30 minutes You can never be certain that consumed alcohol will not affect your driving.

11. Changing your lane position can Help you avoid being in a blind spot. Communicate your intentions to other drivers. Provide a possible escape route Do all of the above.

12. 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.

13. What are the 4 steps to making a proper turn? Slow, look, press, roll. Look, press, roll, slow. Slow, press, look, roll. Press, look, slow, roll.

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

15. When scanning road conditions, you should be looking for Escape routes. Road conditions. Traffic conditions All of the above.

16. Before downshifting, you should Lean forward. Flash your brake light. Apply the rear brake Decelerate.

17. Who can share a lane with motorcycles? Other motorcycles only. Motorcycles and small cars. All other vehicles. No one.

18. What is the BAC limit where a rider is legally considered intoxicated? .04% .07% 0.05% .08%

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

20. Which riders should haul passengers? All listed answers. Any rider at all. Novice riders with an instructor Only experienced riders.

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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.