New Mexico DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When slowing down when others may not expect it, you should Shoulder check your blind spot. Change lanes before slowing down. Beep your horn Flash your brake light.

2. Why are curves a common place for motorcycle crashes? Motorcycles can't stay in one lane position while moving through a turn. Motorcycles tend to run wide in a curve if not careful. Leaning in curves causes motorcycles to tip over It is difficult to steer a motorcycle.

3. A motorcycle is the right size for you if You can reach the handgrips. The seat is waist-high. Your height and weight have been taken into account Both of your feet can reach the ground while you are seated.

4. A hazardous place for motorcycles to travel is On freeways. On rural roads. In school zones At intersections.

5. When you cross railroad tracks, you should ride your motorcycle ____ within your lane to cross the tracks. Straight. At a 20-degree angle. At a 10-degree angle. By leaning into a side.

6. When you feel like a driver might try to share your lane, what should you do? Swerve from side to side. Use hand signals. Ride in the center lane position Flash your brake light.

7. While riding your motorcycle, you approach a crosswalk that a pedestrian has just entered. what should you do? Stop and wait for the pedestrian to cross the road. Proceed as long as you will not hit the pedestrian. Proceed if the pedestrian is not in your lane Stop inside the crosswalk.

8. If a dog begins to chase you while you are riding, you should Stop until the owner is found. Call animal protection. Approach the animal and speed away Kick the dog.

9. During normal turns The rider should remain upright while leaning the motorcycle. The rider should lean with the motorcycle. The rider should lean the opposite direction of the motorcycle Both rider and motorcycle should remain upright.

10. When passing parked vehicles on your motorcycle, what should you do? Sound your horn loudly so no one exits their vehicle or gets in your way unexpectedly. Stay in the exact center of your lane. Stay towards the left of your lane Stay towards the right of your lane.

11. 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.

12. Drivers in other vehicles present a particular hazard when You are parking your motorcycle. You are making a right turn. You are passing a row of parked cars You are riding through a school zone.

13. If you believe that your motorcycle has not triggered a light sensor while stopped at a traffic light, when can you proceed? After waiting for 120 seconds. After waiting two light cycles. When it is safe to do so. All of these.

14. 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.

15. What should you do if you get in an accident with a parked vehicle, and cannot find the owner? Leave a note on the car, saying you're sorry. Leave a note on the car with your contact information. Do nothing Wait until the owner arrives. Leave, provided you have waited for 30 minutes.

16. When carrying a passenger, your motorcycle will Respond the same as without a passenger. Respond slower than normal. Easily tip over Respond quicker than normal.

17. What should a motorcycle rider do to reduce the chance of an accident at intersections? Assume that if a car can enter your path, it will. Get the best view you can of oncoming traffic. All of the answers listed Select a lane position that increases visibility to other drivers. Maintain appropriate space cushions.

18. Adjust your side mirrors so you will be able to see Everything to the sides and rear. Behind you and part of the lane beside you. Only behind your vehicle Only beside your vehicle.

19. Pavement roads are most slippery When it is hot from the sun. Near the edge of the road. Just after it starts to rain At night.

20. If a vehicle enters your path, you should Beep your horn. Flash your brake light. Tailgate the vehicle Move away from the vehicle.

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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.