West Virginia DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. A motorcycle rider must maintain a minimum safe following distance of ____ behind the vehicle ahead. Two seconds. Three seconds. One second. 4 seconds.

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. On a slippery surface, what is the most effective braking method? Alternately apply the front and rear brakes. Use both the front and rear brakes at the same time. Use the rear brake only Use the front brake only.

4. Crossing an obstacle ____ is the safest. While keeping your elbows locked. While maintaining your speed. With your feet skimming the ground. At a 90-degree angle.

5. When is it important to use your side mirrors? When you are stopped at an intersection. Before you slow down. Before changing lanes. All of the above.

6. What does this diamond shaped sign indicate?

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

7. If the rear tire goes flat while riding Stop with the rear brake only. Use both brakes to stop. Use engine braking Stop with the front brake only.

8. 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.

9. When slowing down, which brake should you use? Front brake only. Both front and rear brakes at the same time. Front or rear brakes. Rear brake only.

10. Which of the following should not be done at night? Adjust your lane position when necessary. Increase your speed. Use your high beam Increase your following distance.

11. Which of the following should carrying passengers? All listed answers. Experienced riders on any bike. Novice riders carrying an instructor Only experienced riders on bikes equipped for it.

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

13. Keeping your knees against the gas tank Helps you keep your balance. Should only be done to help steady cargo. Should never be done Helps turn the motorcycle.

14. If there are two or more motorcycles riding together, they should ride In a staggered formation. In a v-formation. Single file In pairs.

15. Generally, motorcycles require More room to operate safely than cars. Less distance than a car to stop. More distance than a car to stop The same amount of distance as a car to stop.

16. 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.

17. While making normal turns, the rider and the motorcycle must Lean together at the same angle. Lean at different angles. Not lean at all None of the above.

18. When making a routine stop at a stop sign, you should Use the rear brake only. Downshift until rolling to a stop. Use both front and rear brakes Use the front brake only.

19. When you are riding at night, it is best to Stay close behind the car in front of you. Ride slower than you do during the day. Not use your headlight Wear a tinted face shield.

20. When passing, which of the following should you do? All listed answers. Get through the blind spot as quickly as possible. Ride in the left position of the lane Move to the left lane and accelerate.

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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.