Maine DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. If you suspect the road ahead is slippery, what should you do? Slow down before reaching the slippery section. Stop and turn around. Use only your rear brake Stop your bike and walk it across the slippery section.

2. What is the best thing to do if your motorcycle starts to wobble? Pull the kill engine switch. Close the throttle gradually. Accelerate out of the wobble. Use the rear brake only to slow and stop.

3. Crossing an obstacle ____ is the safest. While keeping your elbows locked. While maintaining your speed. With your feet skimming the ground. At a 90-degree angle.

4. Which of the following is true about your vehicle's title? If it gets destroyed, it may be duplicated for a fee. It is needed for any vehicle, regardless of age. Upon financing a car, it's given to you immediately It should be kept in the glove compartment.

5. In a single lane of traffic, there are ____ lane positions for a motorcycle. 4 Two. Five. Three.

6. When you feel like a driver might try to share your lane, what should you do? Use hand signals. Ride in the center lane position. Flash your brake light Swerve from side to side.

7. As many as ____ accidents related to sleepiness at the wheel occur every year. 10,000 240,000 5,000 50,000 500,000

8. How much are your chances improved of coming out of a collision alive if you wear a lap belt and a shoulder strap? It doesn't help at all. Three to 4 times. Two to 3 times Twice as good.

9. Registration and plates may be obtained by all the following means except: At motor vehicle branch offices. By mail. Issued directly by maine municipalities Online.

10. A motorcycle is less visible than a car because it Does not have as many lights. Has a quieter engine. Drives faster than a car Has a smaller profile.

11. When parked next to a curb, how should you position your motorcycle? At an angle with the front wheel touching the curb. Parallel to the curb. At an angle with the rear wheel touching the curb. Perpendicular to the curb.

12. You must turn on your headlights any time the windshield wipers are in constant use and when you cannot see how many ft ahead? 1,000 500 900 750 200

13. What is a safe speed? 25mph. 30mph. 35mph 60mph. It depends what the speed limit is.

14. When should a passenger get on your motorcycle? After you have started the engine and the transmission is in drive. After you have started the engine. When you are doing your pre-ride checks When the motorcycle is moving.

15. Rising off the seat slightly Is prohibited while riding motorcycles. Helps use your knees and elbows to absorb shock. Should only be done by experienced drivers Should be done to fix a wobble.

16. All of the following affect your blood alcohol concentration except The amount of alcohol. Your weight. How fast you drink Time of day.

17. When can you operate a motorcycle between lanes of traffic? Never. During rush hour. Only in designated areas. Whenever it is safe to do so.

18. What should you do not do if your gas pedal gets stuck? Apply the brakes. Keep your eyes on the road ahead of you. Shift down to neutral Find somewhere safe to pull off the road. Pump the gas pedal.

19. You should not ride your motorcycle alongside of cars because The car driver cannot make a turn. Your bike may skid. You could be in a blind spot None of the above.

20. A benefit of riding in the center lane position is it Prevents others from sharing your lane. Helps you maintain a consistent speed. Allows you to turn easily Keeps you hidden from other drivers.

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To operate a motorcycle in Maine, you must have a motorcycle license. Licenses are issued by the Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV). At age 16, you can apply for a license, permit, or endorsement on your current license. However, all applicants under the age of 18 must complete a basic driver's education course before completing the requirements for a motorcycle license. A motorcycle license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle permit, you must apply, submit your required documentation, successfully complete a hands-on rider education program, pass the vision screening and the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To receive a motorcycle license or endorsement on your driver's license, you must complete the permit process, submit your application and documentation, pass the motorcycle road skills test, and pay the fees. If you successfully passed a road skills test as part of your basic rider course, the motorcycle road test may be waived.

The motorcycle exams are taken through your local BMV. The knowledge exam contains 25 questions about motorcycle safety, operation, and road signs. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle road skills test assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail a test, you must check with the BMV to reschedule your next test.