Minnesota DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. New residents of minnesota have ____ days to register their motorcycle in the state after changing residence. 15 30 60 7

2. When riding behind another vehicle, you should leave a minimum ____ second following distance. 6 3 2 10

3. Your right wrist should remain ____ on the handlebar to maintain proper form. Bent. Flat. None of the answers listed Skewed.

4. Distances are harder to judge at night. you should Ride only on rural roads. Increase your following distance. Avoiding riding at night Increase your speed.

5. It is important to keep a following distance of at least ____ seconds behind another vehicle. 10 2 20 4

6. If a dog is chasing you which of the following should you not do? Accelerate and leave the animal behind. Downshift as you approach. None of the listed answers Kick at the animal.

7. In what position should your seat be while operating a motorcycle? As far back as you can reach the handlebars. Far enough forward so your elbows are slightly bent. As far forward as possible Whatever is comfortable for the rider.

8. Ingested marijuana can have an effect duration of greater than ____ hours 6 7 8 9

9. Which of the following is the most likely place for a collision? At an intersection. On a one-way road. On a curve. On a hill.

10. There are ____ conditions to the red light, green light law. 2 3 5 4

11. On motorcycles that have a sidecar, the safest place for passengers to sit is ____ In the sidecar. In the trunk. None of the answers listed On the back.

12. If the throttle is stuck, what should you do? Pull in the clutch. Jump off the motorcycle. Stop the motorcycle using the rear brake only Flip the engine cut-off switch and pull in the clutch at the same time.

13. When you cross railroad tracks, you should ride your motorcycle ____ within your lane to cross the tracks. At a 20-degree angle. Straight. By leaning into a side. At a 10-degree angle.

14. What do gravel, lane markings, and road edges have in common? They are areas where motorcycles cannot ride. They are the safest places to ride. They are present on all roads They provide poor traction for motorcycles.

15. When should a passenger get on the motorcycle? Before the engine has been started. After the engine has been started. Before the motorcycle is taken off the stand. Before the driver.

16. As a motorcycle rider, you can use your feet to maintain balance by Pointing your toes downward. Keeping them on the footrests. Holding them away from the motorcycle Skimming them above the ground.

17. Motorcycles are especially in danger when being passed by large vehicles because Large blasts of wind can affect your control. Their drivers are often tired from working long hours. Large vehicles tend to swerve into your lane Large vehicles cannot accelerate as fast as motorcycles.

18. In addition to downshifting when you slow or stop, you should also downshift When you are descending a hill. While riding on a multilane road. Whenever you pull in the clutch When you need more power to accelerate.

19. Pavement is likely to be slippery In rural areas. On a windy day. Soon after it has started to rain On multilane roads.

20. Which of the following is affected first by drinking alcohol? A lack of confidence. Your ability to judge your riding. Your ability to balance Your ability to maintain a speed.

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To operate a motorcycle in Minnesota, you must have a motorcycle endorsement on your driver's license. Licenses are issued by the Department of Public Safety (DPS). You can apply for a motorcycle instruction permit or endorsement if you hold a valid Minnesota driver's license. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle instruction permit, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. If you are a new driver under the age of 18, you must also complete a state approved motorcycle rider training course. To receive a motorcycle endorsement on your driver's license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the motorcycle endorsement skills test, and pay the fees. Applicants who are over 18 also have the option of completing the Minnesota Motorcycle Safety Center (MMSC) Basic Rider Course (BRC), which will waive the knowledge and driving tests.

The tests are taken at your local Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS) station. The motorcycle knowledge exam contains 25 questions on motorcycle safety and driving skills. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle endorsement skills exam includes four different riding exercises that assess your ability to control your vehicle. It also measures your hazard response skills. If you fail a test, you must complete an assigned practice time prior to scheduling a new exam.