Montana DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. To maintain a safe riding distance on the road, you should look forward ____ ahead of your travel path. September 4, 2017 September 4, 2017 September 4, 2017 September 4, 2017

2. When it comes to drivers, eye contact Should be made before crossing any intersection. Ensures that they will stop and let you through. Should be avoided to discourage aggression Is not a guarantee that they will yield to you.

3. If you see a larger animal such as an elk or bear, what should you do? Accelerate and shine your headlight straight into the eyes of the animal, hopefully scaring it away. Swerve quickly to go around the animal, but do not slow down. Slow down and access if it is safe to stop. if so, brake and prepare to stop Honk your horn loudly to make the animal aware of your presence. None of the listed answers.

4. When packing your motorcycle, you should pack heavier items In front of a tank bag. In a backpack. On the sissy bar On the handlebars.

5. You should start the motorcycle with Your right wrist low. Your elbows locked. Your right wrist flat Your hands above your elbows.

6. Which brake is more important? The rear, because it prevents skidding. The rear, because it provides 70% of the stopping power. The front, because it provides 70% of the stopping power The front, because it prevents skidding.

7. The safest formation when riding in a group is The v-formation. The staggered formation. In pairs Single file.

8. When slowing down when others may not expect it, you should Beep your horn. Change lanes before slowing down. Shoulder check your blind spot Flash your brake light.

9. Which is the best lane position for being seen by a driver ahead of you? The right. Any position. The left. The middle.

10. Before every lane change, you should Check your mirrors. Check your blind spots. Look over your shoulder Do all of the above.

11. The turning diameter of a vehicle must be what to qualify as a three-wheeled vehicle? Less than 10' at its widest point. Less than 30' at its widest point. Less than 40' at its widest point Less than 60' at its widest point. Less than 50' at its widest point.

12. A separate ____ is required by some states to operate a 3-wheeled vehicle. Helmet. License. Shoes None of the answers listed.

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

14. When starting a motorcycle facing uphill, you should change to ____ to hold the cycle while operating the throttle with the right hand. Either the hand brake or foot brake. The foot brake. The hand brake. Both brakes.

15. What is a hazard that you must watch for when being passed by another vehicle? Wind blasts from larger vehicles. Extended side mirrors. Objects being thrown from windows. All of the above.

16. The best way to carry cargo on a motorcycle is to Secure the load with elastic cords. Distribute the load evenly. Keep the load forward Do all of these.

17. When choosing a lane position, the best position Is the left of the lane position. Is the right of the lane position. Is the one where you are most likely to be seen Is the center of the lane position.

18. Which of the following might possibly not constitute a safe roadside material to drive your motorcycle on if you need to leave the road? Firm, regular pavement. None of the listed answers. Ordinary concrete surface Soft grass or loose sand.

19. Which of the following does not increase your safety when riding at night? Passing slower vehicles. Wearing reflective coating. Changing your lane position. Decreasing your speed.

20. Tinted eye protection Is mandatory for drivers only. Is mandatory during the day. Should be worn at all times Should not be worn at night.

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To operate a motorcycle in Montana, you must have a motorcycle endorsement on your driver's license. Licenses are issued by the Motor Vehicle Division (MVD). At age 15, you can apply for a motorcycle learner license if you have successfully completed a driver's education course. Upon completing the learner license requirements, you can apply for a motorcycle endorsement. A motorcycle learner license or endorsement allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle learner license, you must have a valid Montana driver's license, apply, submit your documentation, pass the vision screening and the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To receive a motorcycle endorsement on your current driver's license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the motorcycle skills test, and pay the fees.

The tests are taken at your local MVD. The motorcycle knowledge exam contains 25 questions on motorcycle safety and driving skills. The test is comprehensive and covers questions specifically geared toward motorcycle drivers. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle skills exam assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. Your motorcycle must be properly registered before you can use it for the test. If you fail a test, you must wait one day to retake it.