West Virginia DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. 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.

2. The rear brake is controlled with the Left foot pedal. Right hand lever. Left hand lever Right foot pedal.

3. When you turn from a high-speed, two-lane roadway, ____ if you have traffic following you. Try to apply the brakes and keep the steering steady. Try to quickly slow down your vehicle. Try not to slow down your vehicle too suddenly. Try to increase the speed of your vehicle.

4. 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.

5. How should one ride over a grating? As fast as possible. At an angle. In a zigzag In a relaxed straight line.

6. Which of the following should you not do if you are being tailgated? Change lanes to let them pass. Let them get in front of you. Slow down to allow them to pass Speed up to get away from them.

7. To help maintain balance during a turn, you should Drag your outside foot for support. Maintain or increase your speed. Drag your inside foot for support Decrease or maintain your speed.

8. Riding between rows of stopped vehicles is Not permitted when riding in a group. Permitted during heavy traffic. Permitted only in designated areas Never permitted.

9. What does this sign indicate?

A curved road ahead. An interstate traffic merging area ahead. A traffic circle/rotary ahead. A work zone ahead.

10. 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.

11. Intersections are especially dangerous to motorcycles because Other vehicles often do not see them approaching. They do not have to obey traffic lights. Motorcycles are not permitted to cross intersections They are slower than other vehicles.

12. How can you reduce your reaction time when approaching an intersection? Look both ways. Point your toes downward. Cover the clutch and the brake Maintain or increase your speed.

13. Which of the following should you do while carrying a load? All listed answers. Keep the load near the rear axle. Keep the load low Secure the load well.

14. When riding in a group, group members should communicate by Using hand signals. Changing lane positions. Riding in pairs Making eye contact.

15. When traffic control lights are not working, you must ____ before proceeding through the intersection. Slow down. Increase your speed. Come to a full stop. Change lanes.

16. 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.

17. When should a passenger mount the motorcycle? After the engine has been started. Before the driver. Before the engine is started. While the motorcycle is on the kickstand.

18. 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.

19. The side of the road can be dangerous to motorcycles because The pavement is poor quality near the edge. Of dirt and gravel buildup. The road edge markings are often inaccurate You cannot be seen when riding near the edge.

20. Which of the following is not a penalty for operating a vehicle while intoxicated? A levied fine. A mandatory suspension. Hours of community service A small fine and an alcohol-abuse class.

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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.