West Virginia DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. 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.

2. What does this sign mean?

A divider or an obstruction is ahead-- keep to the right. An obstruction is ahead-- traffic must merge right. Oncoming traffic is ahead-- vehicles must take a detour A curve is ahead-- drivers must move right and then left.

3. ____ helps you absorb shock when riding over obstacles. Rolling on the throttle. Rising slightly off the seat. Using a higher gear. Pulling in the clutch.

4. If your front tire fails while you are riding, you should Use engine braking to slow down. Shift your weight to the front to help maintain stability. Avoid using the rear brake Shift your weight to the rear to help maintain stability.

5. A surface which provides little traction to motorcycles is Wet pavement. Snow. Gravel roads All of the above.

6. A benefit of riding in the center lane position is it Allows you to turn easily. Keeps you hidden from other drivers. Prevents others from sharing your lane Helps you maintain a consistent speed.

7. 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.

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

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

10. The greatest chance of a collision with another vehicle is On a hill. On a curve. In a parking lot At an intersection.

11. In order for the driver of the vehicle ahead of you to see you easily, the best lane position is The center. Any lane. The right The left.

12. Most of your motorcycle's stopping power is provided by The rear brake. The clutch. The front and rear brakes equally The front brake.

13. Your body can be affected by alcohol after as little as ____ drink(s). 4 Two. Six. One.

14. What does this diamond shaped sign indicate?

A narrow bridge ahead. A truck under repair ahead. An underpass ahead. A side road near tracks.

15. When scanning the road for hazards, how far ahead should you be looking? 40 ft. 12 seconds. 20 ft. 5 seconds.

16. When carrying a passenger, your motorcycle will Respond the same as without a passenger. Easily tip over. Respond quicker than normal Respond slower than normal.

17. Riding close to the edge of the road is dangerous for motorcycles because Dirt collects there and provides little traction. The pavement is poor quality. You may hit pedestrians It is prohibited to ride there.

18. What type of group formation should be used when riding through curves? In pairs. V-shaped formation. Staggered formation. Single file.

19. At which angle should you park to the curb? 10 20 45 90

20. Keeping distance provides which of the following? A cushion of space. All listed answers. Time to react Room to maneuver.

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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.