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1. Over ____ of all crashes occur because one driver entered another driver's right-of-way.
2. Over ____ % of motorcycle/car crashes occur at intersections.
3. When looking where you want to turn, you should
4. Each lane of traffic has ____ position(s) for a motorcycle to travel.
5. To help keep the motorcycle steady through a turn, you should
6. Using proper ____ can help in blocking any sort of rocks, insects, or debris from hitting the rider.
7. Experienced riders tend to limit themselves to ____ hours of riding.
8. When should you pull the engine kill switch?
9. When starting off on your motorcycle, you should start with your right wrist
10. If both braking and swerving are required to avoid hitting an object, in which order should you brake and swerve?
11. You should search your path of travel for ____ seconds ahead.
12. When do most motorcycle accidents occur?
13. Motorcycle brake lights are not as noticeable as car brake lights. what can you do?
14. When approaching an intersection where a vehicle may cross your path
15. Slippery surfaces can be even more dangerous if you are
16. When parked against the curb you should park
17. Skilled riders must do which of the following while riding?
18. An adequate space cushion between yourself and the vehicle ahead of you is at least ____ seconds
19. What are the 4 steps to making a proper turn?
20. What type of clothing is best for daytime riding?
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.