West Virginia DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When can you ride side-by-side with another motorcycle? When you are riding with a new rider. When traffic is heavy. When you are riding in a group. Never.

2. 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.

3. When you first get a motorcycle, you should not do which of the following? Be familiar with the controls. Install every add-on possible. Read the owner's manual. Keep it in safe riding condition.

4. When parked next to a curb, you should park with ____ touching the curb. Both wheels. The front wheel. The rear wheel. No wheels.

5. When someone is merging into your lane from an off-ramp, the best strategy is to Speed up. Beep your horn. Change lanes Slow down.

6. When there are two or more lanes for traffic moving in the same direction, slower vehicles should use The right lane, except when passing or making a left turn. The left lane. The left lane, except when passing or making a left turn The center lane.

7. If you are riding over an obstacle on the road, the best way to absorb shock is to Raise off the seat. Increase your speed to minimize bumps. Lean back as far as possible Avoid using the brakes.

8. The front brake provide how much of your total stopping power? The answer to this question varies, but the front brake always provides less than the rear brake. At least 3 quarters of your total stopping power. One half of your total stopping power Only a quarter of your total stopping power.

9. What should you do first in the event of a stuck throttle? Pull over immediately. Ride straight to a mechanic. Turn off your motorcycle Twist the throttle back and forth several times.

10. The best group formation for riding through curves is The staggered formation. In pairs. Single file A v-shaped formation.

11. When turning a motorcycle, what should you avoid? Turning your whole head to see where you are going. Accelerating. Decelerating. Leaning with the motorcycle.

12. If you need to brake when you have a flat tire, you should Apply the brake of the tire that is flat. Never brake when you have a flat tire. Apply the brake of the tire that is not flat Apply both brakes evenly.

13. You are approaching an intersection that has a stop line, but you can tell it is a blind intersection. where should you stop? With the front wheel over the stop line. At the stop line first, then pull forward. Where you have the most visibility. At the stop line only.

14. Maintaining or increasing your speed while making a turn Helps stabilize the motorcycle. Should never be done. Is safer because you complete the turn quickly Should only be done when passing others.

15. What percentage of riders killed in motorcycle crashes had been drinking? 15-20%. 30-35%. 80-85% 40-45%.

16. 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.

17. Which of the following is good protective gear? A dot approved helmet. All listed answers. Protective clothing that covers arms and legs Face or eye protection.

18. 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.

19. You can increase your safety when riding at night by Skimming the road with your feet as you ride. Increasing your following distance. Riding in the center of the lane position Following vehicles closely so you can see better.

20. The best path through a curve May not follow the curve of the road. Is on the inside of the curve. Is to stay in the center position Is on 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.