Kentucky DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When parking against a curb, you should park at a ____ angle. 90-degree. 20-degree. 180-degree. 45-degree.

2. The majority of motorcycle crashes occur At high speeds. At low speeds. In curves On hills.

3. You should search your path of travel for ____ seconds ahead. 10 12 2 5

4. If you wish to stop your motorcycle quickly, you must apply ____ to do so safely. The rear brake. Both brakes at the same time. The front brake. None of these answers are correct.

5. The most important thing about swerving is to Never swerve on a curve. Only swerve towards the inside of the road. Not brake and swerve at the same time Brake while swerving.

6. Which of the following should be done before riding your motorcycle for the first time? Clean out the trunk. Read the owner's manual. None of the answers listed Turn on the radio.

7. Head checks while riding motorcycles Only need to be done at night. Should be performed before changing lanes. Are not required because motorcycles do not have blind spots Only need to be done when preparing for a left turn.

8. Generally, what is the best lane position for being seen? The right lane position. The center of the lane. The left or right part of the lane. The left third of the lane.

9. When should you pull the engine kill switch? If your throttle is stuck. If your rear tire fails. If your motorcycle is wobbling. If your front tire fails.

10. If you must carry a load it should be: Either over or in front of the rear axle. Carried on the gas tank in front of the driver. Piled up against a sissy bar or frame on the back of the seat.

11. 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.

12. When driving through a normal turn, you should Lean the opposite way of the turn. Remain upright during the turn. Lean at the same angle as the motorcycle Avoid leaning in either direction.

13. Where are a motorcycle's blind spots? On the right only. On the left only. On the right and left of the motorcycle. Motorcycles do not have blind spots.

14. When riding on the road, you should create more space and minimize harm from any hazard by Using lights or a horn. Adjusting direction or position. Adjusting the speed Doing all of these things.

15. ____ can cause your motorcycle to wobble. Improper loading of cargo. Improper braking technique. Riding a motorcycle that is too big. Carrying a passenger.

16. If you lock the rear brake on a surface with good traction Release the rear brake and use only the front brake. You can keep it locked until you come to a complete stop. Release both brakes and coast to a stop You should release the rear brake and reapply it.

17. Drivers in other vehicles present a particular hazard when You are passing a row of parked cars. You are riding through a school zone. You are making a right turn You are parking your motorcycle.

18. Where is the engine cut-off switch located? Near the right handgrip. Near the right foot pedal. Near the left handgrip. Near the left foot pedal.

19. While riding your motorcycle in high-risk areas, you must cover ____ to reduce the time you need to react. Your eyes with goggles. The clutch and both brakes. Your whole travel lane. Your head with a helmet.

20. Using proper ____ can help in blocking any sort of rocks, insects, or debris from hitting the rider. Face protection. Pedals. Socks Hand protection.

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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.