Maryland DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When riding a motorcycle, your arms are primarily used for Making arm signals. Holding yourself up. Steering the motorcycle Applying the brakes.

2. Choose the answer that applies best to carrying passengers. Passengers should keep their feet on the pegs at all times. Passengers should sit as far back as possible. Passengers should put their feet down at stops Passengers should avoid holding on to the driver.

3. Which of the following are good times to use your signals? When changing lanes. All listed answers. When preparing to turn When merging into traffic.

4. You must use the high beam light of your motorcycle when you are ____ a vehicle at night. Following. Not following or meeting. Meeting. All of these answers are correct.

5. When riding with a passenger you should ride ____ around curves. At normal speed. The speed limit. Slower. Faster.

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

7. If you need to shift gears as you approach a turn Shift gears in the turn. Shift gears before the turn. Shift gears after the turn You do not need to shift gears for a turn.

8. Which of the following should you do when you must ride over an obstacle? All listed answers. Make sure that you are at a 90 degree angle. Roll the throttle Slow down as much as possible before contact.

9. If there are two or more motorcycles riding together, they should ride In pairs. In a staggered formation. Single file In a v-formation.

10. Choosing the best lane position helps you to Avoid road hazards. Stay out of blind spots. Communicate what you plan to do All these answers are correct.

11. Grabbing the front brake could result in Popping a tire. A rear wheel lock. Stopping quickly A front wheel lock.

12. Most crashes occur when a rider is travelling at less than ____ mph. 10 20 25 30

13. When riding on wet pavement, you should try to drive where? In the center portion of the lane. In the right lane position. In the tire tracks left by cars Whichever feels more comfortable.

14. If you are about to pass a parked car with the driver in the seat, you should Flash your brake light. Wave your arms. Beep your horn Come to a complete stop.

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

16. The front brake is controlled by The left hand lever. The right hand lever. The right foot pedal The left foot pedal.

17. You can increase your line of sight when preparing to pass by Lifting your face shield. Increasing your speed. Riding in the left lane position. Swerving from side to side.

18. Which of the following is true about riding alongside cars? All of the answers listed. Cars in the next lane create an obstacle to your exit if you come upon danger in your own lane. You should speed up or drop back to find a place clear of traffic on both sides You might be in the blind spot of a car in the next lane if you ride next to cars or trucks in other lanes.

19. A motorcycle is the right size for you if You can reach the handgrips. The seat is waist-high. Your height and weight have been taken into account Both of your feet can reach the ground while you are seated.

20. How long does it take for alcohol to start affecting the drinker? A few hours. A few minutes. It depends on the individual None of the listed answers.

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About Motorcycle Permit Practice Tests

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.