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1. Although passing or being passed is not much different in a motorcycle than in a car, what is one main point of interest you should focus on?
2. When approaching an oncoming obstacle that is possible to ride over, what is the best angle to take?
3. When riding on slippery surfaces, which of the following is not advised?
4. Which of the following is not a strategy to increase your safety at night?
5. How should you position your body in a slow, tight turn?
6. If you are convicted of riding under the influence of alcohol or drugs, you may receive the following penalties
7. In order to avoid fatigue, you should stop riding at least every ____ hour(s).
8. In countersteering to initiate a turn, pushing the right handgrip will allow the motorcycle to
9. Both brakes on your motorcycle should be used
10. If your throttle is stuck what should you make certain of after fixing it and before you start riding again.
11. Before you ride your motorcycle, you should ____.
12. Cars are most likely to try and share your lane when
13. To turn your motorcycle, you should press on the handgrip in the direction of the turn and
14. When preparing to merge into the middle lane of a three-lane road, what should you check?
15. While riding a motorcycle, you are considered legally intoxicated if
16. What is the best formation when riding with a group of motorcyclist?
17. To increase your chances of being seen by another vehicle
18. While driving in the city and looking ahead for hazards, you should be checking at least ____ ahead.
19. You should use both front and rear brakes to stop
To operate a motorcycle in New York, you must have a motorcycle (M) or motorcycle junior (MJ) license or permit. Licenses are issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). You must first receive a motorcycle learner's permit. After successfully completing the requirements for the permit, you can apply for a motorcycle license. The MJ license is for drivers who are under 18. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.
To receive a Class M or MJ learner's permit, you must apply, submit the required documentation, pass the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. After receiving your permit and practicing your motorcycle skills, you can apply for a Class M or MJ license. The state recommends you have at least 30 hours of practice on your motorcycle before you apply for a license. To receive a motorcycle license, you must submit an application and your documentation, pass the motorcycle rider skills test, and pay the fees. The DMV will waive the skills test for qualified applicants who complete an approved motorcycle safety course.
Tests are scheduled through the DMV. The motorcycle knowledge exam contains 25 questions about safe riding practices and road rules. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle rider skills test assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail a test, you must wait one day to retake it.