North Carolina DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When riding in a group, riders should ride in a ____ formation, and never side by side. Double file. Single file. None of the answers listed Staggered.

2. A person may drive a motorcycle without a helmet if he or she is over the age of ____. 18 24 None of the listed answers 21

3. When do most motorcycle accidents occur? None of the answers listed. On long trips that are longer than 20 miles long. On normal sized trips that are around 10 miles long On short trips that are less than 5 miles long.

4. How often should you check the tires on your motorcycle? Every time you ride. Once a month. Once a week. At the start of every season.

5. Mopeds may not be used on any roads where the minimum speed is higher than ____ mph. 15 20 30 25

6. When carrying items in your motorcycle saddlebags, you should Fill the left bag before the right. Make sure both bags are full. Distribute the weight evenly between both bags Fill the right bag before the left.

7. When carrying a load, you should Secure it as far back as possible. Distribute the load evenly. Keep it high Only use approved luggage holders.

8. Which of the following is required equipment for a motorcycle to be operated legally? A headlight with both high and low beams. All listed answers are required. Horn Proof of liability insurance.

9. To help keep the motorcycle steady through a turn, you should Maintain or increase your speed. Decrease your speed. Increase your speed Maintain or decrease your speed.

10. Maintaining or increasing your speed while making a turn Helps stabilize the motorcycle. Should only occur when passing others. Is safer because you are done the turn quickly Should never occur.

11. To perform a quick stop, which brakes should be used? Both the front and back brakes. None of the answers listed. The front brakes only The back brakes only.

12. The best face protection is A windshield. Sunglasses. Approved goggles A shatter-resistant face shield.

13. If you are approaching a turn and you need to shift gears, you should change gears Before entering the turn. Before, during, or after the turn. During the turn After the turn.

14. The rear brake is ____ important because Least, it has 25% of the stopping power. Most, it has 25% of the stopping power. Least, it has 75% of the stopping power Most, it has 75% of the stopping power.

15. If approaching a blind intersection with a stop line, where should you stop? On the stop line. At the stop line first, then where you can see both directions. At the stop line only Past the stop line, where you can see clearly.

16. If you see a car on an entrance ramp is going to merge into your lane, you should Accelerate to pass the car. Tap your brakes to flash your headlight. Change to another lane Beep your horn.

17. While gripping the handlebars, your arms should be positioned Anywhere on the handlegrips. So they are slightly bent. With elbows at 90 degrees With elbows locked.

18. As you approach an obstacle that you will need to ride over, you should Come to a complete stop. Maintain the same speed. Increase your speed Slow down as much as possible.

19. The best position for traction when it is raining is In the tracks left by other drivers. The center lane position. The shoulder of the road The left lane position.

20. Which brake is most powerful? Both front and rear brake are equal. Front brake. Foot brake. Rear brake.

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About Motorcycle Permit Practice Tests

To operate a motorcycle in North Carolina, you must have an endorsement on your current driver's license or a motorcycle learner's permit. Licenses are issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV). You can apply for a learner's permit at age 16. You can apply for a motorcycle endorsement if you currently have a full provisional, regular, or commercial driver's license. A motorcycle permit or endorsement allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle learner's permit, you must apply, submit the required documentation, pay the fees, and pass the vision screening, the motorcycle knowledge exam, and the traffic signs test. Minors will also need to successfully complete a motorcycle safety course. To receive a motorcycle endorsement on your license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pay the fees, and pass the vision screening, the knowledge exam, the traffic signs test, and the motorcycle rider skills test.

Tests are scheduled through the DMV. The motorcycle knowledge test contains 25 questions on traffic laws and safe driving practices. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The traffic signs test examines your ability to identify signs by shape, color, and meaning. You must score at least 80 percent to pass. The motorcycle rider skills test assesses your ability to handle normal and hazardous traffic situations. If you fail a test, you may have to wait between one and five days to retest.