Washington DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. You must be aware of the following potential distractions or impairments Adjusting electronic controls and features on your bike. Listening to music or using devices such as cell phones, gps, and intercoms. Alcohol, drugs, and even some medications. All of the above.

2. When you cross railroad tracks, you should ride your motorcycle ____ within your lane to cross the tracks. Straight. At a 20-degree angle. By leaning into a side. At a 10-degree angle.

3. You can help keep your balance while riding by Keeping your knees against the gas tank. Wearing light weight riding gear. Locking your elbows Sitting as far back as possible.

4. You should check your mirrors when You are about to change lanes. You're going to slow down. All these answers are correct You are stopped at an intersection.

5. What is engine braking? Downshifting through gears to slow the motorcycle. Where your engine stops working. Using the engine kill switch to stop the motorcycle. Upshifting to gain speed on hills.

6. If an object suddenly appears in your riding path, you should ____ to avoid a crash. Apply the front brake gently. Swerve and apply the brakes. Lean your motorcycle. Swerve around the object.

7. When you first get a motorcycle, you should not do which of the following? Be familiar with the controls. Keep it in safe riding condition. Read the owner's manual. Install every add-on possible.

8. When turning corners, drivers must turn the steering wheel using The hand-to-hand technique. The hand-over-hand technique. The two-hand technique The single-hand technique.

9. Which of the following should you not do for a driver on an entrance ramp? Change to another lane. Maintain your position. Give plenty of room Slow down to allow room to merge.

10. When should the right lane position be avoided? When riding through a school zone. It should never be avoided. When there is a hazard in the center of the road. When being passed by another vehicle.

11. To help combat the effect of fatigue, you should stop to rest every ____ hours or so. 2 5 3 4

12. When should a passenger mount the motorcycle? After the engine is started. Before the engine is started. While it is still on the kickstand. Before the driver.

13. The best way to discourage another driver from trying to share the lane with you is to Ride in the left lane position. Beep your horn. Ride in the center lane position Flash your brake light.

14. How can you help balance yourself during motorcycle turns? Lean the opposite direction of the motorcycle. Turn your torso in the direction of the turn. Keep your knees against the gas tank Take your feet off the foot pegs for balance.

15. When dealing with slippery surfaces, which of the following should you not do? Accelerate your speed. Avoid any sudden change in speed or direction. Use both brakes Watch for oil spots.

16. Why can pulling off to the side of the road be more hazardous to motorcycles than cars? It is illegal for motorcycles to park on the side of the road. Motorcycles require a curb to park against. The shoulder is often sandy and may provide less traction It is more difficult for motorcycles to stop quickly.

17. There is (are) ____ possible lane position(s) available to a motorcycle in a single lane of traffic. Three. 4 One. Two.

18. Adjust your side mirrors so you will be able to see Behind you and part of the lane beside you. Only behind your vehicle. Everything to the sides and rear Only beside your vehicle.

19. When riding in a group, who is setting the pace of the group? The group leader. The tail rider. The traffic in front of the leader. The middle group rider.

20. To be effective, which of the following must goggles provide? A scratch free surface. Allow for penetration. Be air tight Obstruct side to side vision.

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To operate a motorcycle in Washington, you must have a motorcycle endorsement on your current license or a motorcycle permit. Endorsements and permits are issued by the Department of Licensing (DOL). You can apply for a motorcycle permit or a 2-wheel or 3-wheel motorcycle endorsement at age 16. A motorcycle permit or endorsement allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

You can receive a 2-wheel or 3-wheel motorcycle endorsement either by applying for a motorcycle permit or by completing an approved motorcycle safety course. To receive your permit, you must apply, submit the required documentation, hold a valid Washington driver's license, pass the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To receive your motorcycle endorsement, you must submit the required documentation, pass the riding skills exam, and pay the fees. Applicants who are under 18 must also complete an approved rider course. You can also receive the motorcycle endorsement if you successfully complete an approved motorcycle safety course, submit the required documentation, and pay the fees. If you complete a motorcycle safety course, the DOL tests will be waived.

Tests are scheduled through the DOL. 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 rider skills test assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail a test, you must wait one day to retake it.