Kentucky DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. Riders should be aware of the effects of ____, as well as alcohol or illegal drugs when operating a motorcycle. Food. None of the answers listed. Prescription drugs Water.

2. To execute a turn safely a motorcycle rider should always: Lean the motorcycle in the direction of the curve or turn. Slow down in the turn. Turn using the handle bars only.

3. When is it most important to check your mirrors? When you are preparing to change lanes. When you are decreasing your speed. While you are stopped at an intersection. In all of the above situations.

4. Which of the following provide(s) the best traction for motorcycles? Gravel roads. Wet pavement. Warm pavement. Snow.

5. Which of the following statements about crossing an intersection is true? Increase your speed as you approach an intersection. Select a lane position that will most increase your visibility to other drivers. Always count on eye contact as a sign that a driver will yield Always ride with your headlight off.

6. ____ can increase your visibility. Pulling in the clutch. Riding in the left lane position. Changing your lane position according to traffic situations. Riding with a passenger.

7. The best way to discourage another driver from trying to lane-share with you is to Wave at other drivers. Keep a left portion position. Flash your brake light Beep your horn.

8. To make good judgments in traffic, you need to first: Know how to stop quickly. Be able to swerve. Search ahead.

9. It is important to use ____ brakes for every stop. Back. Front. Both front and back None of the answers listed.

10. Which brake control should you use when you need to stop? The front brake. Both front and rear brake. The rear brake. The emergency brake.

11. Groups of motorcycle riders should be no larger than ____ riders. Six. Five. Seven. Two.

12. When carrying loads: Keep the load low and as far forward as possible. Keep the load to the rear of the motorcycle. Fasten the load against the frame on the back of the seat.

13. To give yourself enough time to react to hazards, you should scan the road ____ ahead. 30 ft. 15 ft. 12 seconds. 2 seconds.

14. If an unexpected obstacle requires you to turn left quickly, you should Press the left handgrip. Press the right handgrip. Apply the rear brake Apply the front brake.

15. For stopping or slowing down, the most effective method is to use The front brake only. Engine braking only. The rear brake only Both the front and rear brakes.

16. Which of the following increases safety when riding at night? Reduce your speed. Use the lights of the car ahead to help you see. All these answers are correct Increase your following distance.

17. Which of the following should you do when riding at night? Decrease the distance between you and another vehicle. Increase your speed to match another vehicle. Use your high beams Use your low beams.

18. 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.

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

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

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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.