Maine DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. To turn your motorcycle, you should press on the handgrip in the direction of the turn and Lean in the direction of the turn. Pull in the clutch. Keep your body straight Lean in the opposite direction of the turn.

2. In slow turns, how can you help balance the motorcycle? Lean forward. Keep your body straight. Lean with the motorcycle Lean in the opposite direction of the motorcycle.

3. What tax must you pay before you register a vehicle in maine? A license tax. There are no taxes. An excise tax A plate tax. An income tax.

4. In which of the following situations is it important to change your lane position? When passing parked cars. When a car is trying to share a lane with you. When being passed by other vehicles. All of the above.

5. At a traffic signal with a flashing red light, you should: Come to a full stop and proceed only when clear. Stop and wait for the light to change. Proceed through the intersection with caution Wait for emergency vehicles to pass.

6. Which of the following is not required to obtain a permit in maine? Completion of road test. Age of 15 or higher. Vision screening Completion of written drivers examination.

7. If you brake hard on a straightaway and your rear wheel locks Pull the engine kill switch. Release the brake and only use the front brake. Release all brakes and coast to a stop Keep the rear wheel locked until stopped.

8. How long do 'micro-naps' typically last? 1 to 2 seconds. 5 to 8 seconds. 2 to 3 seconds. 8 to 10 seconds. 4 to 5 seconds.

9. You will travel a minimum of ____ in 10 to 12 seconds at highway speeds. 100 ft. 600 ft. 800 ft. 400 ft. 200 ft.

10. Motorcycle passengers should always do which of the following? Grab the driver's waist, hips, or belt. All listed answers are correct. Keep both feet on the pegs even when stopped Sit as far forward as possible. Lean with the driver.

11. How can you increase your visibility at blind intersections? Flash your brake light. Always ride in the center lane position. Stop beyond the stop line so you will be seen Ride in the lane portion in which you will be seen first.

12. What can cause the engine to seize? Not changing gears properly. Being low on oil. Braking with only one brake. The front tire skidding.

13. In which of the following situations should you not increase your following distance? When being tailgated. In heavy traffic. When riding in a group. On slippery roads.

14. When braking on slippery surfaces, you should Use both brakes. Always coast in neutral. Use the front brake only Use the rear brake only.

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

16. How much of a following safety cushion should you leave while driving? A 3 to 4 second cushion. No cushion at all. None of the answers listed A two second cushion.

17. Most of your motorcycle's stopping power is provided by The front brake. The front and rear brakes equally. The rear brake The clutch.

18. To protect yourself in a collision from the side you brace yourself and then ____. Get ready to steer quickly so you can try to control the car. Make sure your seat belt is on. Press the gas and try to accelerate away Use the brakes to try and maneuver.

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

20. In maine, you must wear a motorcycle helmet If you are under the age of 18. All these answers are correct. If you are operating under a learner's permit For one year after you complete your driver's test.

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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.