New Mexico DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. While riding a motorcycle, you should position your feet With your toes pointed downward. Hovering just above the ground. Firmly on the foot pegs All these answers are correct.

2. Why should you not ride your motorcycle next to a car or truck? It is ok to ride next to a car or truck. They could kick up debris to injure you. You are allowed to drive faster than cars or trucks Your engine will distract the other driver. You are likely to be in their blind spot.

3. When stopped at a stop sign, the motorcycle should Remain in neutral. Remain in second gear. Remain in first gear Remain in third gear.

4. Weaving when riding over a metal grating Is caused by poor motorcycle skills. Is harmful to the motorcycle. Is dangerous to motorcycle riders Is not hazardous.

5. If someone is injured during an accident you should ____. Do not give injured persons anything to drink, not even water. If there is bleeding, apply pressure directly onto the wound with your hand or with a cloth. Get help and call the police Do not move the injured unless they are in a burning vehicle. All of the listed answers.

6. Passengers should keep their feet on the footrests At all times. Unless riding over a slippery surface. While the motorcycle is moving Unless being stopped at an intersection.

7. 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.

8. If you need to shift gears as you approach a turn You do not need to shift gears for a turn. Shift gears in the turn. Shift gears before the turn Shift gears after the turn.

9. The staggered formation is the best choice when Parking parallel to the curb. There is an emergency situation. Taking curves Riding in a group.

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

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

12. Which of the following is a way to reduce your reaction time? Cover the clutch and brakes. Decrease your following distance. Hover your feet above the ground Lock your elbows when riding.

13. You are in danger of hitting an object and need to swerve to avoid it. what is the best way to initiate a swerve? Apply a small amount of pressure to the handgrip on the side of your intended direction of escape. Apply a small amount of pressure to the handgrip of the opposite side you need to swerve. Lean sharply in the direction you need to swerve Lean sharply in the opposite direction from which you need to swerve.

14. Which of the following statements about crossing an intersection is true? Increase your speed as you approach an intersection. Select a lane position that will most increase your visibility to other drivers. Always ride with your headlight off Always count on eye contact as a sign that a driver will yield.

15. Which of the following is true about carrying cargo on your motorcycle? Fill saddlebags evenly to prevent drifting. Never carry cargo on a motorcycle. Attach the cargo to your gas tank Use ropes to secure the load.

16. When parked along the roadside, you should park On the curb. With your front tire touching the curb. With your rear tire touching the curb Parallel to the curb.

17. 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.

18. At minimum, a street-legal motorcycle should have which of the following equipment? Headlight, taillight, brake light, and turn signals. Horn and two mirrors. Front and rear brakes. All of the above.

19. What are two ways to avoid obstacles in your path? Sliding and skidding. Stopping and swerving. Stopping and sliding. Sliding and swerving.

20. People with what health conditions must send motor vehicle division periodic medical statements signed by their physicians? All the listed answers. Those with epilepsy. Those with poor circulation Those with diabetes. Those with heart disease.

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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.