Maryland DMV Motorcycle Test

Pass the Maryland Motorcycle Permit test the first time with FREE Maryland DMV Practice Tests. Study real motorcycle permit questions from the DMV handbook!.

1. To avoid lurching while downshifting, what should you do? Never shift below second gear. Only downshift if you are an experienced rider. Make sure the motorcycle is traveling slow enough for the gear Brake while shifting.

2. Which of the following is the best way to secure cargo? Metal chains. Elastic cords. Cable ties. Nylon rope.

3. Riding between lanes of traffic is Permitted only when traffic is not moving. Allowed in designated areas. Prohibited at all times Prohibited at night.

4. If the rear wheel locks, you should Not release the brake. Release the brake. Increase the throttle Grab the front brake.

5. Most motorcycles use convex mirrors. how are these different than regular mirrors? Convex mirrors will reflect light into eyes when it's sunny. Objects in mirrors appear further away. Objects in mirrors appear closer than they are. Convex mirrors do not give a good view of what is behind you.

6. Crashes are fairly common among ____. Beginning riders. None of the listed answers. The most experienced riders Riders in their mid 40s.

7. Which of the following does not increase your safety when riding at night? Decreasing your speed. Wearing reflective coating. Changing your lane position. Passing slower vehicles.

8. A safe following distance is at least ____ seconds behind the vehicle ahead of you. 3 4 2 1

9. When should you take your feet off the footpegs and skim them on the surface of the road? When crossing railroad tracks. When riding in a parking lot. When riding on ice. When riding on metal grating.

10. If there is a hazard on the left side of the road, which lane position should you ride in? 1 or 3. 2 or 3. 1 or 2. 1

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

12. At night, how can the car ahead of you help you see obstacles? Follow the driver very closely. Follow in the path of the other driver. Watch the taillights to see bumps on the road Watch the driver's movements.

13. If either of your motorcycle tires goes flat while riding, you should Hold handgrips firmly. Increase your speed. Change your direction Apply the brakes quickly.

14. A hazardous place for motorcycles to travel is At intersections. On rural roads. On freeways In school zones.

15. When carrying cargo or a passenger You must ride only during the day. A decreased stopping distance is required. An increased stopping distance is required You must carry a special license.

16. Which of the following can affect your ability to ride a motorcycle? Over the counter medication. Prescription medication. All these answers are correct. Alcohol and drugs.

17. When following another vehicle, the ____ of the lane position is the best for being seen. Center. Right. Left or right. Left.

18. When are motorcycles permitted to share a lane with another vehicle? When passing another vehicle. Never. In designated areas. During heavy traffic.

19. To be effective a eye or face shield must ____. All of the listed answers. Give a clear view to either side. Be resistant to penetration Permit air to pass through to reduce fogging. Be free of scratches.

20. What is one thing you do not need to do when riding with a passenger? Add more air to the tires. Change the position of your mirrors. Drive with lower gas in the tank Change the position of the headlight. Change the suspension.

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To operate a motorcycle in Maryland, you must have a Class M license or a motorcycle endorsement on your driver's license. Licenses are issued by the Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA). At age 15 years and nine months, you can apply for a motorcycle learner's permit. At age 16 ½, you can apply for a Class M license or endorsement. 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 documentation, pass the vision screening and the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. If you are a new driver under the age of 18, you must complete a driver's education course. New drivers, regardless of age, must also pass the Class C Maryland knowledge exam. To receive a Class M license or motorcycle endorsement on your driver's license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the driving test, and pay the fees. Applicants under the age of 18 must also complete a motorcycle driver safety course. The knowledge and driving tests are waived for drivers over the age of 18 who complete the course.

The tests are taken at your local MVA. The motorcycle knowledge exam contains 25 questions on motorcycle safety and driving skills. You must answer 22 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle skills exam is a demonstration of the skills needed to operate a motorcycle. If you fail a test, you must wait one day to retake it.