Missouri DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. Which lane position should you ride in when passing parked cars? The left. The center. The right or center. The right.

2. What does the left hand lever control? The front brake. The rear brake. The clutch. The gear shifter.

3. 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.

4. When it starts to rain, what lane position can be hazardous? Left. Left and right. Center. Right and center.

5. Increase your visibility at an intersection by Choosing the most visible lane position. Looking in your mirrors. Riding in the staggered formation Coming to a complete stop.

6. Alcohol begins to affect the drinker when? It depends on the individual. Within a half hour of being consumed. Within minutes of being consumed Within an hour of being consumed.

7. Which surface provides less traction than normal road conditions? Metal gratings. Uneven surfaces. Wet pavement. All of these.

8. What can you do to help keep your balance in turns? Crouch down low. Pull in the clutch and coast. Slow down before the turn Keep your knees against the gas tank.

9. When can a motorcycle ride in an h.o.v. lane? Only when carrying a passenger. If riding with another motorcycle. During designated time periods only. At all times.

10. Your motorcycle fits you if You can reach the foot pegs. You can reach the handlegrips. Both of your feet can reach the ground while you are seated You can do all of the above.

11. Head checks should be done when? All listed answers. As part of the normal scanning routine. When preparing to turn When stopped at an intersection.

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

13. 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.

14. Which of the following should you not wear while riding? A jacket and pants that cover the legs and arms completely. Boots that come over the ankle. Flip flops or sandals Gloves to get a better grip.

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

16. What type of group formation should be used when riding through curves? Staggered formation. In pairs. V-shaped formation. Single file.

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. Which of the following should you do while riding at night? All listed answers. Reduce your speed. Use the car ahead Use your high beam.

19. When being passed on the left, it is best to Avoid the left lane position. Avoid the center of the lane. Ride on the shoulder of the road Keep closer to the passing vehicle.

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

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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.