New Mexico DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. What can cause the engine to lock? Skidding the front tire. Braking using only one brake. Changing gears improperly. Being low on oil.

2. When using saddlebags, it is important to Fill one bag before the other one. Only use them if they are completely full. Distribute the load evenly Only fill them with approved contents.

3. When you park, which wheel should be touching the curb? Both wheels. The front. The rear. Neither wheel.

4. What are potential ways to avoid a collision? All of the answers listed. Speeding up. Turning your vehicle quickly Stopping your vehicle quickly. Putting your car into neutral.

5. What is the recommended procedure if your vehicle is hit from the side? Let the other vehicle operators worry about your vehicle's path. Make sure seat and shoulder belts are snug and fastened while getting ready to brake to avoid colliding with other vehicles or objects. None of the answers listed Make sure that all door remain unlocked before operating an automobile. Make sure that your seat belt is unfastened.

6. What are sharrows? A designated sidewalk area for bicyclists. The area around the door zone of cars. The area on the road where bicyclists are not allowed Sharrows is short-form for 'shared lane bicycle marking' on roads.

7. The best way to discourage another driver from trying to share the lane with you is to Ride in the center lane position. Beep your horn. Ride in the left lane position Flash your brake light.

8. Alcohol is involved in how many of all fatal accidents? 10% 30% 20% 40% 50%

9. Which of the following is true of two solid yellow lines adjacent to one another? None of the answers listed. You may make a u-turn at any time. You may pass other vehicles at any time You may not pass other vehicles. You may pass other vehicles when it is safe to do so.

10. What should you do if the road has standing water on it? Continue as normal. None of the answers listed. Swerve Slow down. Speed up.

11. For most effective steering while riding a motorcycle, your hands should be positioned Above your elbows. With elbows locked. At or below elbow height Below your elbows.

12. Because riding a motorcycle is more tiring than driving a car, you should Drink caffeinated beverages. Avoid wearing dark eyewear. Take frequent breaks Avoid drinking water.

13. 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.

14. You are turning onto a road with one lane of traffic moving in each direction. taking a right turn too fast could cause you to Run off the right edge of the road. Hit the vehicle in front of you. Veer into the opposing traffic lane Tip over your motorcycle.

15. When riding on an uneven surface, you can absorb more shock by Rising slightly off the seat. Swerving from side to side. Taking your feet off the footrests Applying the brake lightly.

16. When parking your vehicle, what is the minimum distance you should park away from a fire hydrant? 100 ft. 50 ft. 25 ft. There is no minimum distance needed. 75 ft.

17. When you are riding at night, it is best to Not use your headlight. Wear a tinted face shield. Ride slower than you do during the day Stay close behind the car in front of you.

18. When entering a turn and you need to change gears, when should that change occur? After completing the turn. At any time. After entering the turn. Before entering the turn.

19. Which of the following is true of stopping? All of the answers listed. Be alert at all times. Braking quickly could result in loss of control of your vehicle Avoid panic stops. Stopping suddenly is dangerous.

20. Everyone who operates a motor vehicle in new mexico must have which type of insurance policy? Health insurance policy. Homeowners insurance policy. Life insurance policy Motor vehicle liability insurance policy.

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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.