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1. What controls the front brake?
2. When riding through a turn, you should turn
3. Where are a motorcycle's blind spots?
4. Which lane position(s) are safest for motorcycles?
5. Of the following, the most likely place for a collision is
6. When driving at night, what is the best way to identify bumps in the road?
7. When preparing to slow down, you should check
8. Motorcycles are permitted to operate two abreast in a single lane
9. If you are a beginner rider, you should ride no more than ____ hours per day.
10. If you are about to collide with an object, and you wish to get the motorcycle to lean quickly to the right, you should
11. To help keep the motorcycle steady through a turn, you should
12. Which of the following does not lessen your chances of being involved in a collision?
13. When carrying loads:
14. Motorcycles must be cautious when approaching an intersection because they are smaller, and therefore
15. While your feet are on the footrests, you should avoid
16. How can you protect yourself from injury during a collision?
17. It is important to ____ to the other drivers before leaving the road for any reason.
18. Which of the following should you do if you are struck by a flying object?
19. Which of the following is important for riding safely on slippery surfaces?
20. The staggered formation is the best choice when
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.