South Dakota DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. Before you mount your motorcycle for a trip, you should check the Signal lights. Fluids. Tires All of these.

2. In order to avoid fatigue, you should stop riding at least every ____ hour(s). One. Six. 4 Two.

3. The area of the freeway on the outside of the solid white line is meant for Stopping only. U-turns only. Emergency use only Parking only.

4. What animal seems to be attracted to motorcycles? Cats. Dogs. Deer Lions.

5. What does this sign indicate?

Passing is allowed only during the daytime. Passing on the left is permitted when the way ahead is clear. Passing on the left is prohibited Passing is not allowed in either direction.

6. Which of the following is a good strategy for protecting a friend who has had too much to drink? All listed answers. Keep them where they are. Arrange for them a safe ride Slow the pace of drinking.

7. To stop safely on a curve, you should Take your feet off the foot pegs for balance. Lean the opposite way of the motorcycle. Straighten the motorcycle so that it is perpendicular to the surface of the road Keep your knees against the gas tank.

8. Which of the following statements about crossing an intersection is true? Increase your speed as you approach an intersection. Always ride with your headlight off. Always count on eye contact as a sign that a driver will yield Select a lane position that will most increase your visibility to other drivers.

9. Which of the following is a primary cause of single motorcycle crashes? All listed answers. Riding too fast. Running wide in a curve Riding at night.

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

11. The ____ brake is the most important because it ____. Front, is the emergency brake. Rear, provides 70% of the stopping power. Front, provides 70% of the stopping power Rear, is the emergency brake.

12. There are ____ skills critical to avoiding crashes. 2 3 4 5

13. If you are about to collide with an object, and you wish to get the motorcycle to lean quickly to the right, you should Pull the left handlegrip toward you. Push the inside of the left handlegrip. Push the inside of the right handlegrip Pull the right handlegrip toward you.

14. The best group formation for riding through curves is A v-shaped formation. Single file. The staggered formation In pairs.

15. If your motorcycle is equipped with a windshield A helmet is not required. You may wear glasses instead of a face shield. You must still wear goggles or face protection You must not wear goggles or face protection.

16. When passing heavy vehicles, it is important to avoid Passing without a dedicated passing lane. Beeping your horn when alongside the vehicle. Slowing down suddenly when you merge back in front of the vehicle Flashing your headlight.

17. When is it most important to check your mirrors? When you are preparing to change lanes. When you are decreasing your speed. While you are stopped at an intersection. In all of the above situations.

18. What is a swerve? A long turn. A poor lane change. A sudden lane change A poor turn. A quick change in direction.

19. When you see the letters 'rr' painted on the pavement, you are approaching A railroad crossing. A closed road. A curve on the right A road repair zone.

20. Motorcycle drivers cannot drive on highways Without a helmet and proper protective gear. During rush hour. Unless you can travel safely at the minimum posted speed At night, because your lights aren't bright enough.

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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.