New Mexico DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. After consuming alcohol, you can ensure you will not be driving under the influence if you You can never be certain that consumed alcohol will not affect your driving. Wait at least an hour. Wait at least 30 minutes Were drinking beer or wine, but not hard liquor.

2. Where should you stay in your lane while being passed on a motorcycle? The center of your lane. Wherever is closest to the passing vehicle. The left side of the lane Wherever is farthest from the passing vehicle. The right side of the lane.

3. When an instructional permit operator is driving the vehicle, a licensed driver should sit in ____. None of the listed answers. Passenger seat to the right of the instructional permit driver. In another vehicle directly following the instructional permit driver The left rear seat. The right rear seat.

4. When sitting properly on a motorcycle, your arms should be At a 90-degree angle. Positioned with your elbows locked. Bent slightly Positioned with your hands above your elbows.

5. Increase your safety at night by Riding with your high beam. Increasing your following distance. Using the lights of the car ahead of you to help you see Doing all of these things.

6. Use your horn when You pull the kill engine switch. You are crossing rail tracks. You are making a left turn You think someone may enter your lane without seeing you.

7. Why is it important to cross railroad tracks at an angle of at least 45 degrees? At a lesser angle, you may catch your tires. A larger angle would be unsafe. It gives you the best view of oncoming trains It allows you to cross tracks quickly.

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

9. When riding, your clothing should be protective and Completely cover your arms and legs. Loose fitting. Made of an approved material Tight fitting.

10. Your body typically processes how many drinks in one hour? None of the listed answers. One standard drink. Two standard drinks Three standard drinks. One half of a standard drink.

11. When carrying a load, you should Only use approved luggage holders. Secure it as far back as possible. Keep it high Distribute the load evenly.

12. Alcohol affects the body in many different ways, but the first effect is to your Judgment. Vision. Balance Reaction time.

13. The 3 steps of the see strategy are Search, examine, execute. See, execute, examine. See, evaluate, examine Search, evaluate, execute.

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

15. Which of the following can happen when you are driving while tired? All of the answers listed. Take more time to make decisions. Cannot see as well Fall asleep behind the wheel. Not as alert.

16. Cars are most likely to try and share your lane when You are in the left of the lane position. You are riding on a multi-lane highway. They want to pass you They know you are a beginner rider.

17. Tinted eye protection should Not be worn at night. Be worn by drivers and passengers. Be worn during the day Be worn at all times.

18. At night, how can the car ahead of you help you see obstacles? Watch the driver's movements. Follow the driver very closely. Watch the taillights to see bumps on the road Follow in the path of the other driver.

19. If your front wheel locks, your best course of action is to Release the rear brake only. Release the brake and reapply it smoothly. Use the rear brake only Continue applying the brake.

20. You must use the high beam light of your motorcycle when you are ____ a vehicle at night. Meeting. Not following or meeting. Following. All of these answers are correct.

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To operate a motorcycle in New Mexico, you must have a motorcycle license or a motorcycle endorsement on your driver's license. Licenses are issued by the Motor Vehicles Division (MVD). There are three different levels of licenses depending on your age: Class M 13+, Class M 15+, and a Class M 18+ license. A motorcycle license or endorsement allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads. A Class M 13+ license is only valid for motorcycles that are under 100cc.

To receive a Class M 13+ or Class M 15+ license, you must complete a motorcycle safety course, submit an application, the required documentation, and pay the fees. The tests are waived if you successfully complete the required coursework. To receive a Class M 18+ license, you must apply, submit the documentation, pay the fees, and pass the motorcycle written and road tests. If you complete a motorcycle safety course, the required tests will be waived.

Tests are scheduled through the MVD. The written motorcycle test contains 25 questions on safe riding practices and road rules. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle road test assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail a test, you must wait a week to retest.