West Virginia DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. Generally, what is the best lane position for being seen? The best lane position changes depending on the situation. The left part of the lane. The center of the lane. The right part.

2. Which of the following should you do when dealing with an uneven surface? All listed answers. Approach at a 90 degree angle. Roll on the throttle lightly Slow down as much as possible.

3. Each lane of traffic has ____ position(s) for a motorcycle to travel. One. Three. Two. 4

4. 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.

5. Riding between lanes of traffic is Allowed in designated areas. Prohibited at night. Permitted only when traffic is not moving Prohibited at all times.

6. A motorcycle is less visible than a car because it Drives faster than a car. Has a smaller profile. Does not have as many lights Has a quieter engine.

7. 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.

8. Which of the following statements is not true regarding the use of headlights? High beams are used when traveling behind other vehicles. Low beams are used in city driving and driving in traffic on roadways. High beams are used for open country driving when there is no traffic in sight Low beams are used when traveling in fog, rain, or snow.

9. Which of the following is not required for a motorcycle passenger? Passenger footrests. A backpack. Designate seat room. A helmet and eye protection.

10. Motorcycles require ____ lane width to operate properly. A full. A quarter. A third. Half a.

11. Most crashes occur with operators riding under what speed, in mph? 15 20 30 5

12. 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.

13. Choose the answer that applies best to carrying passengers. Passengers should put their feet down at stops. Passengers should sit as far back as possible. Passengers should keep their feet on the pegs at all times Passengers should avoid holding on to the driver.

14. The brake hydraulic fluid and coolant levels should be checked Before each ride. Weekly. Daily Once a year.

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

16. A ____ following distance is the minimum space cushion for safe riding. Five-second. Two-second. One-second. 4-second.

17. If it feels like your tires have lost traction with the surface of the road, you should Not stop until your tires are gripping the road again. Ease your foot off the gas pedal. Keep the steering wheel straight Do all of the above.

18. If you approach an intersection at which the traffic lights are not working, you must first ____ before entering the intersection and yield the right-of-way. Reduce your speed. Turn on emergency lights. Increase your speed. Come to a complete stop.

19. Before pulling off the road, it is important to check If your lights are working. If the surface is safe to ride on. The traffic in front of you If it is a designated pull-off area.

20. Which of the following are examples of good body position? All listed answers. Keep your feet on the footrests. Sitting up so you can steer the motorcycle Keep your knees against the gas tank.

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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.