West Virginia DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When dealing with slippery surfaces, which of the following should you not do? Avoid any sudden change in speed or direction. Reduce your speed. Ride the center lane position Use both brakes.

2. Your ____ is the first to go when consuming alcohol. All of the listed answers. Bladder. Judgment Confidence.

3. What is a 'wobble?' A wobble is a derogatory term for inexperienced riders. A wobble is a term to describe a malfunctioning brake. None of the listed answers A wobble occurs when the front wheel and handlebars suddenly start to shake from side to side at any speed.

4. If you suspect the driver ahead of you does not know you are behind his or her vehicle, you should Try to pass the vehicle as soon as possible. Decrease your speed and ride in the left lane position. Move into the center lane position to increase your visibility Increase your following distance to 5 seconds.

5. You can help other vehicles notice that you are slowing down by Using signal lights. Honking your horn. Swerving from left to right Flashing your brake light.

6. If the front brake locks, what should you do? Release it, and apply the rear brake only. Keep it applied until you come to a complete stop. Pull the engine kill switch Release the brake and reapply it smoothly.

7. You should adjust your side mirrors At a designated service center. Before starting your motorcycle. While riding your motorcycle Before mounting your motorcycle.

8. In an emergency situation, how should you use your horn? You press the horn softly at first and then only loudly when no one seems to hear you. You should make sure the horn is loud and goes on for a long. You should press your horn so it makes a loud sound but not for very long You should press it softly for a quick moment.

9. What can occur when your chain slips while you are riding? The rear wheel could lock and cause your motorcycle to skid. Your motorcycle will stop working completely. The rear wheel could lock Your horn can stop working. Nothing drastic happens when your chain slips, but it is good to get it fixed as soon as possible.

10. It may be important to change your lane position if you are Approaching a blind intersection. Riding in a residential area. Riding on a multilane road Being followed.

11. If both braking and swerving are required to avoid hitting an object, in which order should you brake and swerve? Brake while swerving. You can only brake before swerving, never after. Swerve while braking. Brake before or after swerving.

12. How do you achieve maximum straight-line braking? Use the rear brake only. Fully apply both brakes. Alternate between the front and rear brake. Apply the front brake quickly.

13. Which of the following are examples of good body position? All listed answers. Keep your feet on the footrests. Sitting up so you can steer the motorcycle Keep your knees against the gas tank.

14. What should you do if your faceplate is damaged from a flying object? All listed answers. Keep your eyes on the road with hands on the handlebars. Sound your horn to show your distress Stop immediately where you are.

15. Which of the following statements is not true in/near school zones? Drivers must reduce their speed to the posted speed limit in the school zone. Drivers must not yield to pedestrians in school crosswalks with no school crossing guard. Drivers must be aware that children have minimal perception of car speeds and distances School crossing guards are a form of traffic control.

16. When you are riding at night, it is best to Stay close behind the car in front of you. Ride slower than you do during the day. Not use your headlight Wear a tinted face shield.

17. Proper riding posture means your Feet are firmly on the footrests. Arms are slighting bent. Knees are against the gas tank All of the above.

18. When riding in a group, which of the following should you do? Ride in a staggered formation. Ride in a straight line. Ride paired up Whichever is more convenient for your group.

19. When starting on an uphill slope, you should first use ____ brake to hold the motorcycle while starting the engine and shifting into first gear. Neither. The front. Either. The rear.

20. When is it important to use your side mirrors? When you are stopped at an intersection. Before you slow down. Before changing lanes. All 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.