New Mexico DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. 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.

2. Most of your motorcycle's stopping power is provided by The front brake. The front and rear brakes equally. The rear brake The clutch.

3. If you are about to collide with an object, and you wish to get the motorcycle to lean quickly to the right, you should Push the inside of the left handlegrip. Pull the left handlegrip toward you. Pull the right handlegrip toward you Push the inside of the right handlegrip.

4. 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.

5. Many animals at most active at what time? At dawn, dusk, and in the first few hours after darkness sets in. In the late afternoon, but before dusk. In the late morning hours, just before noon Around noon and the early afternoon hours.

6. Which of the following is not a way to increase your visibility at night? Increase your following distance. Change your lane position. Wear reflective clothing Use your low beam headlight.

7. You should turn on your signal how many feet before you make a turn? 25 ft. 600 ft. 100 ft. 50 ft. 500 ft.

8. Grabbing the front brake could result in A front wheel lock. Stopping quickly. Popping a tire A rear wheel lock.

9. How should you handle blind intersections as a motorcycle rider? Stop your vehicle, then move forward and lean your body forward to check for traffic. Flash your lights to warn traffic you are there. Treat them like any other intersection Stay stopped until you see a larger vehicle proceed. Honk your horn to warn traffic you are there.

10. 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.

11. When merging into traffic, at what speed should you try to maintain your vehicle? About 5 mph below the speed limit until you can adjust. About 5 mph faster than the speed limit to ensure you merge quickly. The same speed that the traffic you are merging into is moving Whatever the posted speed limit is regardless of traffic conditions.

12. When is it important to use your side mirrors? When you are stopped at an intersection. Before you slow down. Before changing lanes. All of the above.

13. If you are carrying a lot of cargo, you may need to adjust your Handlebars. Saddlebags. Helmet Suspension.

14. A motorcycle mini-lane is A full traffic lane width. A special lane designated for motorcycles only. Approximately one-third the width of a traffic lane Half a traffic lane.

15. When passing another vehicle Ride close to the edge of the road. Ride in the highest gear. You must not exceed the speed limit Turn on your hazard lights.

16. In hot weather, what type of clothing should you wear while riding your motorcycle? Sturdy clothing that covers your arms and legs completely. Whatever feels most comfortable. Denim shorts and a leather jacket. Long pants and a t-shirt.

17. Which of the following is true concerning motorcycle braking? Apply both brakes in a turn if you don't know the technique. None of the answers listed. Use of the rear brake only is required in emergencies Use only one brake at a time. Use both brakes when slowing or stopping.

18. Motorcycles require ____ lane width to operate safely. A quarter of a. A third of a. A full. Half of a.

19. Help stabilize your motorcycle in a turn by Decreasing the throttle. Increasing the throttle. Applying the rear brake Pulling in the clutch.

20. 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.

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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.