Maryland DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. You can maintain an adequate space cushion by Speeding up when approached by tailgaters. Beeping your horn at close drivers. Adjusting your lane position as you ride Always riding in the center of the lane position.

2. Because cars merging onto the highway may not see you, you should Move into the center lane position. Move to a farther lane if possible. Pull in the clutch Flash your brake light.

3. The most effective braking method is to Use the front and rear brake at the same time. Use the front brake only. Alternate between the rear brake and front brake Use the rear brake only.

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

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

6. What type of clothing is best for daytime riding? Any type of clothing. Leather clothing. Fluorescent clothing. Colorful clothing.

7. When should you be ready to use your horn? A parked car with someone in the driver's seat. All listed answers. Someone riding a bicycle in the street When passing someone who may move in your lane.

8. The best way to discourage other vehicles from trying to share a lane with you is by Beeping your horn. Changing lanes periodically. Avoiding driving on narrow roads Maintaining a center of the lane position.

9. When traveling in heavy congested traffic, what is an adequate space cushion between yourself and the vehicle ahead? 4 seconds. One second. Three seconds. Two seconds.

10. In which of the following situations is it recommended for motorcycle operators to flash their brake light? When an operator must slow down unexpectedly and more quickly than following vehicles may suspect, or when a vehicle is following too closely. When entering a paved roadway from a driveway, gravel or private road. When entering a busy intersection When the motorcycle operator is crossing a bridge for the first time. When the motorcycle operator is going to be unexpectedly accelerating.

11. How can you initiate a swerve while riding a motorcycle? Press the footrest on the opposite side you wish to swerve. Press the handgrip on the opposite side you wish to swerve. Press the footrest on the side you wish to swerve Press the handgrip on the side you wish to swerve.

12. 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.

13. ____ can cause your motorcycle to wobble. Improper loading of cargo. Carrying a passenger. Improper braking technique. Riding a motorcycle that is too big.

14. Lane sharing between motorcycles and cars: Is allowed if the motorcycle initiates it, but not the car. Is allowed only during particularly heavy traffic. Is never permitted Only during passing maneuvers.

15. What lane position should you ride in when being passed by another vehicle? Center or right. Center. Left or right. Left.

16. Why is maintaining a space cushion important? It gives you space to maneuver. It gives you time to react. It gives you time to correct your mistakes It does all of these.

17. Which of the following is not an advantage of keeping a group of riders small? Motorists can get around small groups more easily. None of the listed answers. all of the listed answers are advantages. Small groups can't get separated as easily Riders aren't always in a hurry to catch up to the group.

18. If a dog begins to chase you while you are riding, you should Kick the dog. Stop until the owner is found. Call animal protection Approach the animal and speed away.

19. Which of the following is not part of the upshifting process? Lift the shift lever as far as it will go. Gently apply the front brake while adjusting the throttle. Ease out of the clutch and adjust the throttle Roll off the throttle as you squeeze the clutch.

20. Before you mount your motorcycle for a trip, you should check the Signal lights. Fluids. Tires All of these.

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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.