New Mexico DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. What is the most common type of motorcycle crash at an intersection? Drivers following too closely. Motorcycles exceeding the speed limit. Drivers entering the motorcycle's right-of-way. Motorcycles not yielding to traffic in the intersection.

2. If your motorcycle starts to wobble, you should Apply the front brake only. Close the throttle slowly. Apply the rear brake only Open the throttle slowly.

3. To stop as quickly as possible, you should Use the front brake only. Use either brake while swerving. Use the rear brake only Use both brakes at the same time.

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

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

6. While riding, you notice there are hazards on the left side of the lane. what should your lane position be? Left, closer to the hazard. Whichever lane position you are currently in. Whichever lane position you generally prefer. Center or right.

7. At 50 mph, about how many feet does it take to react to something you see and bring your vehicle to a complete stop? 200 ft. 400 ft. 800 ft. 600 ft.

8. When riding in a group, who is setting the pace? The group leader. The middle group rider. The tail rider. The traffic in front of the leader.

9. What are the 4 steps to making a proper turn? Look, press, roll, slow. Slow, press, look, roll. Slow, look, press, roll. Press, look, slow, roll.

10. When you are being passed from behind, what portion of the lane should your motorcycle be in? Right. Center. Any. Left.

11. Which of the following affects your blood alcohol concentration? How fast you drink. How much you weigh. The number of drinks you've had. All of the above.

12. If there are two or more motorcycles riding together, they should ride In a v-formation. Single file. In a staggered formation In pairs.

13. When passing another vehicle, you should Begin your pass from the center lane position. Move as far left as possible. Make eye contact with the driver Move quickly through the driver's blind spot.

14. To help absorb the shock of riding over large obstacles, you should Pull in the clutch. Increase the throttle. Lift yourself slightly off the seat Apply the front brake.

15. On a standard 3 light traffic signal, where is the yellow light located? In the middle of the signal. On the bottom of the signal. On the top of the signal There is no yellow light in a traffic signal.

16. How can you reduce the risk of a vehicle emergency? All of the listed answers are correct. Always bring your cell phone with you when driving. Follow the recommended maintenance on your vehicle Avoid travelling on the highway. Avoid driving at night.

17. When should the staggered formation be used? Merging onto the highway. When passing as a group. Long stretches of road. Through curves and turns.

18. Before mounting the motorcycle, you should check The foot pegs and the gas level. The tires and the lights. The mirrors and the exhaust The windshield and the kickstand.

19. When being passed on the left, it is best to Keep closer to the passing vehicle. Avoid the left lane position. Ride on the shoulder of the road Avoid the center of the lane.

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

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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.