Kentucky DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When carrying cargo or a passenger An increased stopping distance is required. You must ride only during the day. A decreased stopping distance is required You must carry a special license.

2. A person over the age of ____ can operate a motorcycle without a helmet. 16 18 21 17

3. How can you help balance yourself during motorcycle turns? Take your feet off the foot pegs for balance. Lean the opposite direction of the motorcycle. Turn your torso in the direction of the turn Keep your knees against the gas tank.

4. How do you achieve maximum straight-line braking? Fully apply both brakes. Apply the front brake quickly. Alternate between the front and rear brake Use the rear brake only.

5. If you have a blood alcohol concentration of ____ or above, you are considered intoxicated. 0.05 0.01 0.08 0.09

6. When riding in a group, who is setting the pace of the group? The group leader. The traffic in front of the leader. The tail rider. The middle group rider.

7. Nearly ____ % of riders killed in motorcycle accidents had been drinking. 10 20 30 45

8. When should the staggered formation be used? Merging onto the highway. When passing as a group. Long stretches of road. Through curves and turns.

9. To avoid lurching while downshifting, what should you do? Brake while shifting. Make sure the motorcycle is traveling slow enough for the gear. Only downshift if you are an experienced rider Never shift below second gear.

10. In proper riding posture Your feet are resting firmly on the footrests. Your knees are against the gas tank. Your arms are slightly bent All of the above are true.

11. Studies show that most crash-involved riders Did not separate braking from swerving or did not choose swerving when it was appropriate. Under brake the front tire and over brake the rear. Both of the above statements are correct. Neither of the above statements is correct.

12. It may be important to change your lane position if you are Riding on a multilane road. Being followed. Approaching a blind intersection Riding in a residential area.

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. In which of the following situations is it important to change your lane position? When a car is trying to share a lane with you. When being passed by other vehicles. When passing parked cars. All of the above.

15. If you believe that your motorcycle has not triggered a light sensor while stopped at a traffic light, when can you proceed? When it is safe to do so. After waiting two light cycles. After waiting for 120 seconds. All of these.

16. Motorcycle brake lights are not as noticeable as car brake lights. what can you do? Flash your brake light. Avoid driving at night. Install extra lights Use your high beam.

17. If you are in traffic and a small animal runs in front of your vehicle, what is the safest way to handle the situation? Immediate drive in reverse. None of the answers listed. Swerve into another lane Stay in your lane.

18. What type of clothing is best for daytime riding? Colorful clothing. Leather clothing. Any type of clothing. Fluorescent clothing.

19. Before each ride, you should adjust The clutch. The throttle. The side mirrors Your seat.

20. To avoid confusing other drivers you should: Increase the following distance between your motorcycle and the vehicle in front of you if you are being tailgated. Make sure your turn signal turns off after you finish a turn. Use your horn only in emergency situations.

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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.