West Virginia DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. If you have a mechanical problem, which of the following should you take into account? All listed answers. Road conditions you face. The extent of the problem Traffic conditions you face.

2. If you want to carry a passenger, your motorcycle must have Footrests for the passenger. Special shocks. A windshield All of the above.

3. Why is maintaining a space cushion important? It gives you time to react. It gives you time to correct your mistakes. It gives you space to maneuver It does all of these.

4. When riding through a curve, the most effective lane position Is in the center of the lane position. Will change throughout the curve. Is any lane position as long as you maintain it Is the right of the lane position.

5. If your front wheel locks, you should Use the rear brake only. Release the front brake and reapply it smoothly. Release the rear brake only Continue applying the brake.

6. When traveling across pavement seems, you should cross at least a ____ degree angle. 15 30 90 45

7. Studies have shown that most crashes involved riders who Did not separate braking from swerving or who did not swerve when it was appropriate to do so. Underbraked the front tire and overbraked the rear. Lacked one of the above skills Lacked none of the above skills.

8. When carrying cargo or a passenger You must ride only during the day. A decreased stopping distance is required. An increased stopping distance is required You must carry a special license.

9. If there are 3 or more lanes going in the same direction on a highway, the ____ are usually the smoothest, in terms of the flow of traffic. Right lanes. Middle lanes. Accelerating lanes. Left lanes.

10. 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.

11. If you plan to turn beyond an intersection, you must Signal just before making a turn. Not give any turn signal. Signal before passing through the intersection Signal just after you pass through the intersection.

12. Which of the following statements about crossing an intersection is true? Always ride with your headlight off. Select a lane position that will most increase your visibility to other drivers. Increase your speed as you approach an intersection Always count on eye contact as a sign that a driver will yield.

13. Passengers should keep their feet on the footrests Unless being stopped at an intersection. While the motorcycle is moving. Unless riding over a slippery surface At all times.

14. Begin signaling ____ feet before making a turn. 50 100 200 75

15. At a blind intersection, you should position where? In the center position. In the left position. Which ever position allows you to see and be seen as much as possible In the right position.

16. 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.

17. In any collision, you have a far better chance of avoiding serious injury when you wear Face or eye protection. A motorcycle safety helmet that is U.S. dot compliant. Protective clothing All of the above.

18. 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.

19. How can you protect yourself from injury during a collision? Wear protective motorcycle clothes and gear. Roll away from the motorcycle. Try to jump off the bike before hitting the ground Try to land with your arms first.

20. When dealing with slippery surfaces, which of the following should you not do? Avoid any sudden change in speed or direction. Reduce your speed. Ride the center lane position Use both brakes.

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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.