West Virginia DMV Motorcycle Test

Pass the West Virginia Motorcycle Permit test the first time with FREE West Virginia DMV Practice Tests. Study real motorcycle permit questions from the DMV handbook!.

1. Which of the following should you check after mounting the motorcycle? All listed answers. The air pressure of the tires. The clutch and throttle The oil level.

2. 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.

3. If it is not possible to ride straight while crossing railroad tracks, you should cross them at a ____ angle. 10-degree. 90-degree. 30-degree. 45-degree.

4. When riding through a turn, you should turn Your head only. Your whole upper body. Your head and shoulders All of the above.

5. 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.

6. 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.

7. Motorcycles are especially in danger when being passed by large vehicles because Their drivers are often tired from working long hours. Large blasts of wind can affect your control. Large vehicles tend to swerve into your lane Large vehicles cannot accelerate as fast as motorcycles.

8. In which of the following situations is it important to change your lane position? When passing parked cars. When being passed by other vehicles. When a car is trying to share a lane with you. All of the above.

9. 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.

10. Riding between lanes of traffic is Allowed in designated areas. Prohibited at night. Permitted only when traffic is not moving Prohibited at all times.

11. Which lane position(s) are safest for motorcycles? Only the left position is the safest. The safest position will depend on the surroundings. The center position is always the safest option The left and right positions are safest.

12. 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.

13. Rising off the seat slightly Helps use your knees and elbows to absorb shock. Should only be done by experienced drivers. Should be done to fix a wobble Is prohibited while riding motorcycles.

14. When approaching an intersection, the best way to reduce your reaction time is to Avoid wearing a full-face helmet. Cover the clutch and the brake. Avoid using the highest gear Keep the clutch pulled in when not accelerating.

15. 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.

16. Which of the following are dangers when passing parked cars? All listed answers. Doors opening into your path. Drivers getting out of cars People stepping from between cars.

17. Before starting your motorcycle engine, your transmission should be in First gear. Neutral. Second gear Third gear.

18. If your BAC is ____ or higher, you are considered to be intoxicated in west virginia. 0.01 0.02 0.08 1.00

19. In ideal conditions, how many seconds should you be behind another vehicle? 1 2 3 4

20. To increase your chances of being seen by another vehicle Ride in areas where there are lots of motorcycles. Ride only during the day. Avoid driving in heavy traffic Wear reflective clothing.

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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.