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1. How can you stabilize the motorcycle in slow, tight turns?
2. While riding your motorcycle in high-risk areas, you must cover ____ to reduce the time you need to react.
3. Drivers in other vehicles present a particular hazard when
4. If you are a beginner rider, you should ride no more than ____ hours per day.
5. Which of the following should you do when riding at night?
6. When carrying loads:
7. Distances are harder to judge at night. you should
8. If you can't avoid riding on a slippery surface, how should you proceed?
9. To cross railroad tracks safely, you should cross them at an angle of at least ____ degrees.
10. Accelerating in a curve
11. The rear brake on a motorcycle is operated by
12. If riding with others, which of the following should you not do.
13. When following other motorcycles, what should be the minimum space cushion?
14. If you are in traffic and a small animal runs in front of your vehicle, what is the safest way to handle the situation?
15. Rolling on the throttle should be done in which of the following situations?
16. What does the left hand lever control?
17. Motorcycles must be cautious when approaching an intersection because they are smaller, and therefore
18. For beginner riders, a ____ motorcycle is usually better for riding.
19. On a slippery surface, what is the most effective braking method?
20. Which of the following should be done before riding your motorcycle for the first time?
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.