South Dakota DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. Which lane position should you ride in when passing parked cars? The center. The left. The right. The right or center.

2. Before pulling off the road, it is important to check If your lights are working. If it is a designated pull-off area. If the surface is safe to ride on The traffic in front of you.

3. In order to swerve properly, you must Brake before or after swerving. Brake after swerving. Brake while swerving Brake before swerving.

4. If an obstacle cannot be avoided and you must drive over it, approach it at a ____ angle. 25-degree. 135-degree. 45-degree. 90-degree.

5. When riding with a passenger, they should Lean opposite to the way you do. Not hold on to the motorcycle. Put their feet down when you stop Sit as far forward as possible.

6. If you are driving downhill and the downgrade is very steep, you must Shift to a lower gear. Press hard on the gas pedal. Turn on your headlights Remove your seat belt.

7. Usually it is safer to ride straight within your lane to cross rail tracks. turning to cross tracks at a 90 degree angle can be More preferable to do. Easier to do. Safer to do More dangerous to do.

8. Decrease your chances of being involved in a collision by Communicating your intentions. Maintaining an adequate space cushion. Being visible Doing all of these things.

9. When carrying a load, you should Distribute the load evenly. Only use approved luggage holders. Keep it high Secure it as far back as possible.

10. When driving through a turn, your lane position should Be in the center of the lane. Change to give you the best view. Stay as close to the center line as possible Stay as close to the edge of the road as possible.

11. If you have a mechanical problem, which of the following should you take into account? All listed answers. The extent of the mechanical problem. The road conditions The traffic conditions.

12. During ____ turns, you should lean your motorcycle while keeping your body straight. Fast, tight. Fast, wide. Slow, tight. Slow, wide.

13. When there are 4 or more lanes with traffic moving in opposite directions, two solid yellow lines mark The individual lanes of travel. The edge of the road. The center of the roadway None of these.

14. How far ahead should you scan your path of travel, in seconds? 10 12 15 2

15. A front-wheel skid can result from The front wheel locking. The rear wheel locking. Turning too quickly Only using the rear brake.

16. To be effective a eye or face shield must ____. All of the listed answers. Give a clear view to either side. Permit air to pass through to reduce fogging Be resistant to penetration. Be free of scratches.

17. What are the 4 steps to making a proper turn? Slow, press, look, roll. Slow, look, press, roll. Look, press, roll, slow. Press, look, slow, roll.

18. The best way to swerve is to Avoid braking and press the handlegrip on the side of the direction in which you want to turn. Brake while you are swerving. Pull in the clutch and apply the rear brake Press the handlegrip on the side opposite to the direction in which you want to turn.

19. In locations where there is oil and grease buildup, the best lane position is Not important. In the blind spot. The center portion The left or right part of the lane.

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

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About Motorcycle Permit Practice Tests

To operate a motorcycle in South Dakota, you must have a motorcycle instruction permit or a motorcycle license. Licenses are issued by the Department of Public Safety (DPS). You can apply for a motorcycle instruction permit at age 14 and a motorcycle license at age 16. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle instruction permit, you must apply, submit the required documentation, pass the vision screening and the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To receive a motorcycle license, you must apply, submit the required documentation, pay the fees, and pass the vision screening, the knowledge exam, and the motorcycle driving test.

Tests are scheduled online or through the DPS. The motorcycle knowledge test contains 25 questions about safe riding practices and road rules. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle driving test assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail a test, you must wait one day to retake it.