West Virginia DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. 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.

2. When riding with a passenger, what should you expect? You will be unable to carry cargo. Your motorcycle will take longer to stop. You will get better gas mileage You will be unable to pass other vehicles.

3. Head checks should be done when? All listed answers. As part of the normal scanning routine. When preparing to turn When stopped at an intersection.

4. Making yourself more visible is important for which of the following reasons? All listed answers. Smaller vehicles appear farther away. Drivers typically aren't looking for motorcycles Drivers often look through the silhouette of a motorcycle.

5. When can a motorcycle ride in an h.o.v. lane? If riding with another motorcycle. Only when carrying a passenger. At all times. During designated time periods only.

6. 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.

7. When should you use signals while riding? All listed answers. When changing lanes. When entering the freeway Any time you prepare to make a turn.

8. What are two ways to avoid obstacles in your path? Sliding and swerving. Sliding and skidding. Stopping and swerving. Stopping and sliding.

9. The best lane position for being seen Is the center of the lane position. Is the right of the lane position. Is the left of the lane position Changes depending on the situation.

10. Engine seizures are typically caused by what? All listed answers. Going too fast. Riding too far Lack of oil.

11. How can you increase your chances of avoiding hazards at night? Reduce your speed. Stay in the same lane position. Ride in a group Do not wear a helmet.

12. How can you protect yourself from injury during a collision? Wear protective motorcycle clothes and gear. Roll away from the motorcycle. Try to jump off the bike before hitting the ground Try to land with your arms first.

13. What equipment do you need to have to ensure you are carrying a passenger safely? A proper seat. All of the listed answers. Footrests Protective equipment.

14. Which lane position should you ride in to increase your line of sight? The center. Any lane position. The left. The right.

15. You should flash your brake light when you are about to stop and you are Being followed too closely. Stopping more quickly than others will expect. Stopping in an unusual place Doing any of these.

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

17. Which of the following does not lessen your chances of being involved in a collision? Scanning your path of travel. Wearing protective gear. Using your signal lights. Maintaining a space cushion.

18. You should be prepared to be testing on ____. Acceleration. All of the listed answers. Your motorcycle knowledge Speed adjustment. Braking.

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. As you approach the middle of a curve you should Move towards the center of the curve. Maintain a right lane position. Proceed with caution Move towards the outside of the curve.

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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.