West Virginia DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. 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.

2. When stopping while leaning in a curve, the best course of action is to Try to make the motorcycle perpendicular to the road. Use your rear brake only. Use your lean to enhance braking Never stop in a curve.

3. It may be important to change your lane position if you are Approaching a blind intersection. Riding in a residential area. Riding on a multilane road Being followed.

4. What does this sign mean?

A divider or an obstruction is ahead-- keep to the right. An obstruction is ahead-- traffic must merge right. Oncoming traffic is ahead-- vehicles must take a detour A curve is ahead-- drivers must move right and then left.

5. If your front tire fails while you are riding, you should Use engine braking to slow down. Shift your weight to the front to help maintain stability. Avoid using the rear brake Shift your weight to the rear to help maintain stability.

6. Which of the following should you not do while riding with a passenger? Keep a large cushion of space. Start slowing earlier. Wait for larger gaps to cross Ride at normal speeds.

7. The center of the lane position is best for Pulling up to blind intersections. Preparing to pull off the side of the road. Preparing to pass the car ahead of you Being seen by the driver ahead of you.

8. When it comes to drivers, eye contact Should be made before crossing any intersection. Is not a guarantee that they will yield to you. Ensures that they will stop and let you through Should be avoided to discourage aggression.

9. Which of the following is an example of a dangerous surface? A railroad track. All listed answers. Uneven paved surfaces Slippery or wet surfaces.

10. How should you position your body in a slow, tight turn? Lean in the opposite direction of the motorcycle. Lean with the motorcycle. Lean back as far as possible Your body should remain upright.

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

12. Which of the following should you not do if you are riding an unfamiliar motorcycle? Find where all the controls are. Know the gear pattern. Ride like normal Make all the normal checks.

13. Which of the following is true about starting while on an upward hill? Never try to start on an upward hill. Use the foot brake to hold you until the engine takes hold. Position yourself at a 90-degree angle against the curb Start in second gear.

14. When you are following a vehicle that makes frequent stops, you should allow ____ than usual. Less space on your right. Less following distance. More space on your left. More following distance.

15. Double solid white lines on the road separate two lanes of traffic Merging right. Moving in the opposite direction. Merging left Moving in the same direction.

16. While riding your motorcycle in high-risk areas, you must cover ____ to reduce the time you need to react. Your whole travel lane. The clutch and both brakes. Your head with a helmet. Your eyes with goggles.

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

18. Which of the following are dangers when passing parked cars? All listed answers. Doors opening into your path. Drivers getting out of cars People stepping from between cars.

19. You should avoid attaching cargo to a motorcycle with Saddlebags. Ropes. Elastic cords Tank bags.

20. Which of the following is good protective gear? A dot approved helmet. All listed answers. Protective clothing that covers arms and legs Face or eye protection.

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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.