Massachusetts DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. ____ a common factor in motorcycle collisions. Not being seen is. Seasonal changes are. Bad drivers are. Traffic signals are.

2. Motorcyclists should ____ riding in a lane alongside other motor vehicles. Always. None of the listed answers. Welcome Avoid.

3. To maintain proper control of your motorcycle, your body posture should be: Both relaxed and erect. Relaxed. Hunched over Erect. Stiff.

4. 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.

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

6. When riding in a group, you should never Pair up. Ride single file. Put a beginner near the front Pass vehicles in front of you.

7. When traveling in a group, you should never ride With more than 3 motorcycles together. In a staggered formation. Single file More than two abreast.

8. The most likely place for a collision is A multilane highway. A school zone. An intersection A residential area.

9. If you experience a weaving feeling while riding over metal grating, what should you do? Grip the handlebars tightly to stop the feeling. Relax and maintain speed. Increase your speed Decrease your speed.

10. You may turn left at a steady red light if: If it's past 11pm, but before 5am. If there are no other vehicles on the roadway. If you are at an intersection without a no turn on red sign posted You are riding down a one-way street and turning left onto another one-way street.

11. Which of the following is the correct method for a motorcycle operator when encountering a funeral procession? Lane sharing with funeral processions may be frowned upon, but acceptable use under massachusetts law. Motorcycle operators must yield right-of-way until all vehicles in the procession have passed. Increase speed and pass the funeral procession if only five vehicles have passed None of the answers listed are correct. Passing of a funeral procession must be accomplished as slowly and safely as conditions allow.

12. 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.

13. Blind intersections can be dangerous because U-turns are not permitted. Other vehicles will have difficultly seeing you in certain areas. They are high speed intersections They are not controlled by traffic signs.

14. If a pedestrian is crossing a roadway, you ____. Must always yield to them. None of the listed answers. Should drive on by them at any speed you like Should sound your horn loudly so that they get out of your way.

15. Before pulling off the road, it is important to check If your lights are working. If the surface is safe to ride on. The traffic in front of you If it is a designated pull-off area.

16. Riding ____ decreases your chances of being seen. While using your high beam. Alongside other vehicles. Near other motorcycles. In residential areas.

17. If your engine seizes, it's most likely due to: All of the listed answers. Being low on oil. Not being driven enough The music being played too loud.

18. When using saddlebags to carry cargo Ensure the saddlebags are full. Do not carry passengers. Distribute the weight evenly Secure the saddlebags with rope.

19. If your front wheel locks, you should Release the front brake and reapply it smoothly. Continue applying the brake. Release the rear brake only Use the rear brake only.

20. To help maintain balance, your feet should Point down toward the road. Be against the gas tank. Be placed firmly on the foot pegs Skim the ground during turns.

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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.