West Virginia DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. Among the following parking types, ____ is commonly used in parking lots, shopping centers, and wide streets. Angle parking. Parallel parking. Emergency parking. Hill parking.

2. If both braking and swerving are required to avoid hitting an object, in which order should you brake and swerve? Brake while swerving. You can only brake before swerving, never after. Swerve while braking. Brake before or after swerving.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. The best way to discourage another driver from trying to share the lane with you is to Ride in the left lane position. Flash your brake light. Ride in the center lane position Beep your horn.

6. To be effective, which of the following must goggles provide? A scratch free surface. Allow for penetration. Obstruct side to side vision Be air tight.

7. 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.

8. For most effective steering while riding a motorcycle, your hands should be positioned Above your elbows. With elbows locked. Below your elbows At or below elbow height.

9. This triangular sign represents

A slow-moving vehicle. A school bus. A high-occupancy vehicle A fast-moving vehicle.

10. If oncoming traffic is present and you are passing a lane of parked cars, which portion of the lane should you ride in? The left. The center or the right. The right. The center.

11. Motorcycle drivers cannot drive on highways During rush hour. Without a helmet and proper protective gear. Unless you can travel safely at the minimum posted speed At night, because your lights aren't bright enough.

12. Motorcycles require ____ stopping distance than/as a car. Less. More. It varies between motorcycles The same.

13. Alcohol begins to affect the drinker when? It depends on the individual. Within a half hour of being consumed. Within an hour of being consumed Within minutes of being consumed.

14. At a controlled intersection, how can you know that another driver has seen you? Wave at the driver. Make eye contact with the driver. Beep your horn to get their attention You can never know that another driver has seen you.

15. All of the following are part of the upshifting process except Roll off the throttle as you squeeze the clutch. Lift the shift lever as far as it will go. Ease out of the clutch and adjust the throttle Gently apply the front brake while adjusting the throttle.

16. 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.

17. 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.

18. Motorcyclists must wear protective eyewear Only while riding on highways and freeways. At all times. If riding a motorcycle without a windshield Only if they choose to do so.

19. Which of the following is not a good way to keep a group of motorcyclists together? Don't slow down if a rider falls behind, continue riding as to avoid a collision. Make sure everyone knows the route. Let the tailender set the pace Place inexperienced riders at the front. None of the listed answers.

20. How do you achieve maximum straight-line braking? Use the rear brake only. Fully apply both brakes. Alternate between the front and rear brake. Apply the front brake quickly.

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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.