Massachusetts DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. The best eye and face protection is provided by A face shield. Specialized goggles. A windshield Approved sunglasses.

2. If you think your throttle is sticking, you should immediately Pull off the road. Twist it back and forth. Apply both brakes smoothly Pull the engine cut-off switch.

3. What should you do if a vehicle is traveling to close behind your motorcycle? Change lanes and let the vehicle pass, when it is safe to do so. Do nothing. Change lanes immediately Brake hard to get the other vehicle to back off. Speed up to get away from the vehicle.

4. A helmet has been found to be effective ____ % of the time in preventing a brain injury. 50 54 67 83

5. When approaching an intersection where a vehicle may cross your path Always yield to vehicles approaching the intersection. Come to a complete stop even if you have the right-of-way. Beep your horn to warn other drivers Cover the clutch and brake to reduce your reaction time.

6. Which of the following is not true? You must be in good physical condition to ride a motorcycle. The center of the lane position is safe to ride in. Saddlebags should be filled with evenly distributed weight Motorcycles do not have blind spots.

7. When riding long distances, how often should you stop and stretch? Every 50 miles. Every five hours. Every two hours. Once per trip.

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

9. To warn drivers you are slowing down in an unusual place, you can Raise slightly off your seat. Shift gears instead of braking. Swerve from side to side Flash your brake light.

10. When you ride in a group Put the newest riders at the rear. Don't tailgate the rider in front of you. Never ride in groups of more than three Ride in pairs whenever possible.

11. What is a passive railroad crossing? Railroad crossing that is no longer in use. Railroad crossing that has a traffic control device installed at the crossing to regulate traffic. Railroad crossing that does not have any type of traffic control device.

12. In any collision, you have a far better chance of avoiding serious injury when you wear Face or eye protection. Protective clothing. A motorcycle safety helmet that is U.S. dot compliant All of the above.

13. Which of the following is not recommended when a motorcycle operator is riding with a passenger? Adjust the seat for the passenger comfort, even if it means that the operator does not have enough room to control the cycle. Operators and passengers must be committed to wearing proper face protection and clothing. Operators must be certain that their motorcycle is equipped properly for carrying passengers Operators must ensure that passengers be able to firmly plant their feet on foot pegs at the rear of the cycle. The operator should not have to adjust the seating to accommodate a passenger. the seat should be large enough to carry both operator and passenger.

14. You should flash your brake light when you are about to stop and you are Stopping in an unusual place. Being followed too closely. Stopping more quickly than others will expect Doing any of these.

15. Passengers are required to wear: A leather jacket. Anything they want. Dot approved helmets Stylish protective clothing.

16. Riders can be injured by: All of the listed answers. Debris. Insects Pebbles. None of the listed answers.

17. Which of the following surfaces poses the greatest hazard to motorcycles? Hot pavement in the sun. Pavement in northern climates. Wet pavement right after it has started to rain. Dry, cold pavement.

18. A double solid white lane line: Means that you cannot cross it. Separates two lanes of traffic going opposite directions. Both separates two lanes of traffic going opposite directions and means that you cannot cross it Separates two lanes of traffic going the same direction. Both separates two lanes of traffic going the same direction and means that you cannot cross it.

19. You should always use the right lane for riding unless ____. All of the listed answers. The right lane is blocked. You are passing You are making a left turn.

20. What should you do if you are being tailgated on your motorcycle? Gesture to the other driver. None of the listed answers are correct. Speed up to get away from the other driver Honk your horn. Tap your brake light.

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To operate a motorcycle in Massachusetts, you must have a motorcycle license. Licenses are issued by the Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV). You can apply for a motorcycle learner's permit at the age of 16. At age 16 ½, you can apply for a Class M motorcycle license. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle learner's permit, you must apply, submit your required documentation, pass the vision screening and the Class M knowledge test, and pay the fees. Once you have earned your motorcycle learner's permit, you can apply for a Class M license. Applicants over the age of 18 have the option to complete the Motorcycle Rider Education Program (MREP) or pass the Class M road test. Minors must successfully pass the MREP program and fulfill all junior operator requirements to receive a motorcycle license.

The Class M knowledge test is taken at your local RMV. The test contains 25 questions on road rules, the consequences of driving while under the influence of drugs and alcohol, and other safety issues. You must answer 18 of the questions correctly to pass. The Class M road test is taken at the RMV and assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail the road test twice, you must successfully complete an RMV approved basic riding course before you can schedule another exam.