Kentucky DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. You can help other vehicles notice that you are slowing down by Flashing your brake light. Swerving from left to right. Using signal lights Honking your horn.

2. The best way to swerve is to Avoid braking and press the handlegrip on the side of the direction in which you want to turn. Pull in the clutch and apply the rear brake. Press the handlegrip on the side opposite to the direction in which you want to turn Brake while you are swerving.

3. 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.

4. How can you protect yourself from injury during a collision? Try to jump off the bike before hitting the ground. Roll away from the motorcycle. Wear protective motorcycle clothes and gear Try to land with your arms first.

5. Motorcycles are especially in danger when being passed by large vehicles because Their drivers are often tired from working long hours. Large blasts of wind can affect your control. Large vehicles cannot accelerate as fast as motorcycles Large vehicles tend to swerve into your lane.

6. 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.

7. 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.

8. To maintain adequate control of the motorcycle, your arms should be positioned With elbows slightly bent. With elbows locked. At an angle of 90 degrees With wrists locked.

9. 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.

10. It is important to use ____ brakes for every stop. Back. Front. Both front and back None of the answers listed.

11. 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.

12. Which of the following is required equipment for a motorcycle to be operated legally? A headlight with both high and low beams. A rearview mirror. Proof of liability insurance All listed answers are required.

13. When is it most important to check your mirrors? When you are preparing to change lanes. When you are decreasing your speed. While you are stopped at an intersection. In all of the above situations.

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

15. If you need to get off of the roadway, which of the following should you do? All listed answers. Pull off the road to as far right as you can. Check the surface of the roadside Signal your intention.

16. When do most motorcycle accidents occur? None of the answers listed. On long trips that are longer than 20 miles long. On normal sized trips that are around 10 miles long On short trips that are less than 5 miles long.

17. A moped cannot be operated on a street with a minimum speed of ____ mph. 10 20 25 30

18. Studies have shown that around ____ of all riders killed in motorcycle accidents had been drinking. 15-20%. 40-45%. 75-85% 5-10%.

19. Motorcycles require ____ stopping distance than/as a car. The same. It varies between motorcycles. Less. More.

20. Reflective clothing is important for safety At night. During day and night. In urban areas In rural areas only.

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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.