West Virginia DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. In which of these situations is someone most likely to try and share a lane with you? When preparing to turn at an intersection. In heavy traffic. When they want to pass you. All of these.

2. If you brake hard on a straightaway and your rear wheel locks Keep the rear wheel locked until stopped. Release the brake and only use the front brake. Pull the engine kill switch Release all brakes and coast to a stop.

3. When preparing to pass another vehicle, you should begin your pass from ____ lane position. The left. The middle. Any. The center.

4. What is the best way to deal with tailgaters? Call the police. Encourage them to pass you. Pull over and stop. Increase your speed.

5. 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.

6. Head checks while riding motorcycles Should be performed before changing lanes. Only need to be done when preparing for a left turn. Only need to be done at night Are not required because motorcycles do not have blind spots.

7. 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.

8. 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.

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

10. If you can't cross an obstacle straight on, you should cross at an angle of at least ____ degrees. 105 20 90 45

11. When riding in a group, when should you ride single file? In rural areas. On long stretches of road. When entering a highway. At all times.

12. 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.

13. Which of the following are times you should check your mirrors? All of listed answers. Before you change lanes. When you are stopped at an intersection Before you slow down.

14. ____ can increase your visibility. Changing your lane position according to traffic situations. Pulling in the clutch. Riding in the left lane position. Riding with a passenger.

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

16. If your vehicle's directional signals fail, use ____ until you can have them repaired. Headlights. Brake lights. Hand signals. Emergency signals.

17. Where should your seat be while operating a motorcycle? As close to the front as possible. As far back as one can reach the handlebars. Wherever is comfortable for the operator In a position to reach the handlebars with the elbows slightly bent.

18. Chain slippage can be reduced by Tightening the chain. Loosening the chain. Replacing the chain every month None of the above.

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

20. What should you do if you miss your exit on an expressway? You must continue on to the next exit. You must back up to reach your exit. You must try to turn around You must stop and ask for help.

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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.