New York DMV Motorcycle Test

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

2. You should use signals when ____. Both you want to switch lanes and you are turning. You are turning. None of the listed answers You feel like it. You want to switch lanes.

3. Increase your safety at night by Using the lights of the car ahead of you to help you see. Increasing your following distance. Riding with your high beam Doing all of these things.

4. In order to get the most protection from your helmet, it should: All listed choices are correct. Be fastened securely at all times. Be checked for defects frequently Fit snugly. Meet U.S. dot and state standards.

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

6. What is true about riding in a group? All of the listed answers. You should always ride in groups because it's safer. If you ride in a group you need to be safe in regards to yourself and the other traffic Riding in a group means you belong.

7. When riding in a group, the staggered formation should be avoided when Entering or leaving the highway. Making turns. Taking curves Doing any of these.

8. If you are a beginner rider, you should ride no more than ____ hours per day. 4 Eight. Six. Two.

9. If you need to deal with a mechanical problem, consider ____. None of the listed answers. Both the road conditions and the traffic conditions. The traffic conditions The road conditions. What your friends are telling you to do.

10. Which of the following surfaces should a motorcycle operator be cautious about as slippery and hazardous riding surfaces? All of the answers listed. Gravel roads. Wet pavement Manhole covers. Painted lane markings.

11. When carrying loads you should ____. Both keep it low and keep it spread evenly. Keep it low. Keep it on the back Keep it spread evenly.

12. When you park, which wheel should be touching the curb? The front. Both wheels. Neither wheel. The rear.

13. When stopping at a blind intersection, your primary focus should be to: Get through it as quickly as possible. Keep yourself safely shielded by parked cars or other obstructions. Rev your engine to make yourself conspicuous by sound Maximize your visibility to others.

14. One out of ____ crashes ends up resulting in head or neck injuries. 10 100 50 5

15. How should you generally ride over railroad tracks? Go straight across. Take a different route to avoid them. Turn to face them at a 90 degree angle None of the listed answers.

16. The front brake is more important because It is used most often. It provides all of the stopping power. It provides most of the stopping power It provides less of the stopping power.

17. Which of the following is not an essential item to check before mounting the motorcycle? Fluid levels. Headlights and taillights. Speedometer Tires. Turn signals.

18. What causes your motorcycle to lurch? Shifting into a lower gear too soon. Speeding up too quickly. Turning too fast. Driving over gravel roads.

19. If the rear wheel locks, you should Increase the throttle. Not release the brake. Release the brake Grab the front brake.

20. To stop quickest, one should: Apply front brakes, then rear. Apply both front and rear brakes at the same time. Apply front brakes only Apply rear brakes, then front. Apply rear brakes only.

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About Motorcycle Permit Practice Tests

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.