Montana DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. Riding on ____ can greatly increase the dangers of riding a motorcycle. Concrete. None of the answers listed. Pavement Uneven ground.

2. Which of the following is true about smaller vehicles? Both they appear to be farther away and traveling slower than they actually are. They appear to be driving faster than they actually are. They appear to be farther away than they actually are They appear closer than they actually are. They appear to be traveling slower than they actually are.

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

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

5. Using your brakes properly means Using both brakes every time you stop. Using the front brake only for most stopping situations. Using the front brake only in emergencies Alternating between the front and rear brakes.

6. The front brake is more important because It provides most of the stopping power. It provides less of the stopping power. It provides all of the stopping power It is used most often.

7. If you are going to use an unfamiliar motorcycle, you must ____ before you start riding. Put on dark-colored clothes and a helmet. Allow another passenger to sit behind your back. Make all the checks and get familiar with the controls. Add more accessories for safety.

8. If you would like to signal that you are turning left, what is the correct hand-and-arm signal? Left arm bent at 90 degrees pointing down. Left arm bent at 90 degrees pointing up. Left arm straight out. Right arm straight out.

9. 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.

10. If you are involved in a crash, injury is less likely if you do what? If you wear a dot compliant helmet, face or eye protection, and protective clothing. If you wear a dot compliant helmet. If you wear protective clothing along with padded knee guards If you make sure your motorcycle is sturdy. None of the listed answers.

11. If the rear tire goes flat while riding Use both brakes to stop. Stop with the rear brake only. Use engine braking Stop with the front brake only.

12. If a vehicle enters your path, you should Beep your horn. Flash your brake light. Tailgate the vehicle Move away from the vehicle.

13. How can you prevent yourself from using too much throttle? Start with your right wrist flat. Only ride in lower gears. Keep the clutch pulled in Start with your right wrist raised.

14. Help other vehicles notice that you are slowing down by Swerving from side to side. Flashing your brake light. Beeping your horn Using signal lights.

15. If either tire goes flat while riding, what should you do? Both ease off the gas and maintain a straight course and brake gradually, braking on the tire that isn't flat if you know which one it is. Brake gradually on the tire that isn't flat, if you know which one it is. Accelerate to make your way toward the shoulder Ease off the gas and maintain a straight course. Immediately stop - a flat tire on a motorcycle will not allow you to continue driving.

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

17. What is a good strategy for seeing bumps on a road at night? Watch the taillights of the car ahead of you. Wear reflective clothing. Use your low beam headlight Stay in low gears.

18. To help balance yourself in turns, you should Turn your torso in the direction of the turn. Keep your knees against the gas tank. Lean in the opposite direction of the motorcycle Take your feet off the footrests for balance.

19. If you are riding in a staggered formation, you should switch to riding in pairs when Approaching intersections. Turning sharp corners. Motorcycles should never ride in pairs Riding at night.

20. When riding behind a car, which lane position will keep you the most visible to the driver? The left. Any lane position. The right. The center.

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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.