New Mexico DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When carrying a passenger, instruct them to Hold firmly to your waist, hips, or belt. Grip the backrest. Put their feet on the ground when stopped Wear a seat belt.

2. How fast can you travel while passing on your motorcycle? As fast as you want, to overtake the vehicle, for a maximum of 10 seconds. 10 miles per hour above the speed limit. 15 miles per hour about the speed limit Only as fast as the posted speed limit. 5 miles per hour above the speed limit.

3. 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.

4. If you want to carry a passenger, your motorcycle must have Special shocks. Footrests for the passenger. A windshield All of the above.

5. Compared to an average car going 55 mph, a large truck going the same speed can take how long to stop? Almost 200 ft. Almost 500 ft. Almost 700 ft. Almost 300 ft. Almost 800 ft.

6. Intersections are especially dangerous to motorcycles because They are slower than other vehicles. Motorcycles are not permitted to cross intersections. They do not have to obey traffic lights Other vehicles often do not see them approaching.

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

8. Riding alongside a car can be dangerous because Objects may be thrown out the window. You could be hit by an extended side mirror. You may be riding in a blind spot Any of these could happen.

9. When should you pull the engine kill switch? If your motorcycle is wobbling. If your throttle is stuck. If your rear tire fails. If your front tire fails.

10. Why is it important to cross railroad tracks at an angle of at least 45 degrees? At a lesser angle, you may catch your tires. A larger angle would be unsafe. It gives you the best view of oncoming trains It allows you to cross tracks quickly.

11. 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.

12. When following another vehicle, you should leave a space cushion of at least ____ seconds 5 4 3 2

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

14. What controls the front brake? The left hand lever. The right foot pedal. The right hand lever. The left foot pedal.

15. Before each ride, you should adjust The clutch. The throttle. Your seat The side mirrors.

16. 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.

17. While riding your motorcycle in high-risk areas, you must cover ____ to reduce the time you need to react. Your eyes with goggles. Your whole travel lane. Your head with a helmet. The clutch and both brakes.

18. What should you do in the event of brake failure? Pump the brake pedal, use the parking brake, and begin shifting to lower gears. Use the parking brake, if pumping the brake pedal does not work. Begin shifting to lower gears if pumping the brakes and engaging the parking brake do not work Accelerate off the road. Pump the brake pedal to build pressure.

19. Before every ride, you should check your motorcycle's Tires. Lights. Chassis All of the above.

20. What can happen if you drive through a turn too fast? You can veer into another lane. You will tip over. Other drivers will be distracted The motorcycle will suffer mechanical failure.

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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.