Missouri DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When turning a motorcycle, what should you avoid? Decelerating. Leaning with the motorcycle. Accelerating. Turning your whole head to see where you are going.

2. In traffic, where should you ride if at all possible? All listed answers. In a car's blind spot. Next to cars in another lane In a lane clear of traffic.

3. Driving a motorcycle is ____ than driving a car. Less work at night. The same amount of work. More work. Less work during the day.

4. Which of the following is true about braking? The rear brake has most of the stopping power. Stop quickly by using both brakes. The front brake is controlled by a foot lever The rear brake should only be used to slow down.

5. What is the safest braking method? Using both front and rear brakes at the same time. Using only the front brake. Using only the rear brake. Alternating between using the front brake and the rear brake.

6. Changing your lane position can Help you avoid being in a blind spot. Communicate your intentions to other drivers. Provide a possible escape route Do all of the above.

7. Which lane position(s) are safest for motorcycles? The safest position will depend on the surroundings. The left and right positions are safest. Only the left position is the safest The center position is always the safest option.

8. If the front brake locks, what should you do? Keep it applied until you come to a complete stop. Release the brake and reapply it smoothly. Release it, and apply the rear brake only Pull the engine kill switch.

9. When following another vehicle, the ____ of the lane position is the best for being seen. Left. Center. Right. Left or right.

10. What is one cause of skidding while turning? Applying too much brake. Pulling in the clutch too quickly. Using the wrong gear. Using the wrong brake.

11. It is difficult for other drivers to see motorcycles. which of the following can increase your visibility to others? Ride in the best lane position. Wear proper clothing. Use your headlight All of the above are correct.

12. During ____ turns, you should lean your motorcycle while keeping your body straight. Fast, wide. Fast, tight. Slow, tight. Slow, wide.

13. Which of the following should you do if you need to pull off the road? All listed answers. Check the roadside surface. Pull as far right as possible Signal your intent.

14. You ride safely on slippery surfaces by Leaning back. Avoiding sudden moves. Holding in the clutch Maintaining or increasing your speed.

15. The best path through a curve Is on the outside of the curve. Is on the inside of the curve. Is to stay in the center position May not follow the curve of the road.

16. Other than wearing bright clothing, how can you increase your visibility? Wearing a full-face helmet. Wearing reflective clothing. Riding only in the left of the lane position. Decreasing your speed.

17. When riding in a group, when should you ride single file? On long stretches of road. When entering a highway. In rural areas. At all times.

18. What is the best way to reduce your reaction time? Cover the clutch and the brake. Hover your hand over the kill engine switch. Hold the clutch in at all times. Keep your toe on the foot brake.

19. To give yourself enough time to react to hazards, you should scan the road ____ ahead. 12 seconds. 2 seconds. 15 ft. 30 ft.

20. When is it important to use your side mirrors? When you are stopped at an intersection. Before changing lanes. Before you slow down. All of the above.

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To operate a motorcycle in Missouri, you must have a Class M license or a motorcycle endorsement on your driver's license. Licenses are issued by the Department of Revenue (DOR). At age 15 ½, you can apply for a motorcycle learner's permit. At age 16, you can apply for a motorcycle endorsement or Class M license. A motorcycle permit, endorsement, or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads. Minors must follow the graduated driver license (GDL) requirements.

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. To receive a Class M license or motorcycle endorsement on your driver's license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the motorcycle skills test, and pay the fees. Applicants under the age of 18 must also complete a motorcycle driver safety course. The knowledge and driving tests will be waived for drivers over the age of 18 who complete the course.

The tests are taken at your local Missouri license office. 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 skills test covers basic vehicle control and crash-avoidance skills. It also tests your ability to handle a variety of traffic conditions. If you fail a test, you must wait one day to retake it.