West Virginia DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. Which of the following statements is not true regarding the use of headlights? High beams are used when traveling behind other vehicles. Low beams are used in city driving and driving in traffic on roadways. High beams are used for open country driving when there is no traffic in sight Low beams are used when traveling in fog, rain, or snow.

2. Half of all motorcycle crashes are caused by Riding while under the influence. Drivers entering the rider's right-of-way. Not wearing proper gear Faulty traffic signals.

3. Which of the following should you instruct your passenger not do? Avoid unnecessary talk. Keep feet on the footrests. Mount the motorcycle only before it's started Sit as far forward as possible.

4. More than half of all motorcycle crashes happen on motorcycles ridden by the operator for less than ____ months. 2 6 4 3

5. Passengers should keep their feet on the footrests Unless being stopped at an intersection. While the motorcycle is moving. Unless riding over a slippery surface At all times.

6. How can you prevent yourself from using too much throttle? Only ride in lower gears. Start with your right wrist raised. Start with your right wrist flat Keep the clutch pulled in.

7. What lane position should you ride in when being passed by another vehicle? Left or right. Center. Center or right. Left.

8. Which of the following is not a proper step for parallel parking? Back quickly, turning your steering wheel to the left to aim the back of your vehicle toward the front of the vehicle behind you. As the front of your vehicle clears the back of the vehicle in front of you, turn your wheels sharply to the left and continue backing slowly until the back of your vehicle almost touches the vehicle behind you. Straighten your wheels and pull forward to center the vehicle in the parking space Put on your turn signal to warn other drivers that you intend to park.

9. Which of the following is not a way to increase your visibility at night? Increase your following distance. Use your low beam headlight. Wear reflective clothing Change your lane position.

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

11. The center of the lane position is best for Pulling up to blind intersections. Preparing to pull off the side of the road. Preparing to pass the car ahead of you Being seen by the driver ahead of you.

12. You ride safely on slippery surfaces by Leaning back. Holding in the clutch. Maintaining or increasing your speed Avoiding sudden moves.

13. If you are carrying a package that prevents you from steering with both hands Ride under 30 mph. You must not ride the motorcycle. You can only ride in first gear Ride in residential areas only.

14. When parked along the roadside, you should park With your rear tire touching the curb. On the curb. Parallel to the curb With your front tire touching the curb.

15. At night, how can the car ahead of you help you see obstacles? Follow in the path of the other driver. Follow the driver very closely. Watch the taillights to see bumps on the road Watch the driver's movements.

16. When someone is merging into your lane from an off-ramp, the best strategy is to Speed up. Beep your horn. Change lanes Slow down.

17. If you have a mechanical problem, which of the following should you take into account? All listed answers. Road conditions you face. The extent of the problem Traffic conditions you face.

18. You should avoid attaching cargo to a motorcycle with Saddlebags. Ropes. Elastic cords Tank bags.

19. Begin signaling ____ feet before making a turn. 50 100 200 75

20. Chain slippage can be reduced by Tightening the chain. Loosening the chain. Replacing the chain every month None of the above.

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To operate a motorcycle in West Virginia, you must have a motorcycle instruction permit, Class F motorcycle license, or an F endorsement on your driver's license. Licenses are issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Minors must complete Level II of the graduated driver license (GDL) program before they are eligible to apply. A motorcycle permit, license, or endorsement 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 Class F motorcycle license or endorsement, you must apply, submit the documentation, pay the fees, and pass the vision screening, the knowledge exam, and the motorcycle rider skills test. The rider skills test is waived for applicants who successfully complete the West Virginia Motorcycle Safety Program.

Tests are scheduled through the DMV. The motorcycle knowledge test contains 25 questions about road rules and safe riding practices. 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.