North Carolina DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. If your front tire fails while riding, you should ease off the throttle and Use both brakes and stop on the shoulder of the road. Use the front brake and move to the side of the road. Pull the kill engine switch and roll to a stop Use the rear brake and move to the side of the road.

2. A ____-second following distance gives you a minimum amount of space to stop or swerve, if the driver ahead stops suddenly. Three. One. Two. Five.

3. Which of the following can be done to help a friend get home without driving drunk? All of the answers listed. Keep them with you there. Find a safe ride home for them Slow down their drinking.

4. Over ____ % of motorcycle/car crashes occur at intersections. 50 60 75 90

5. Both brakes on your motorcycle should be used For normal stops only. Every time you stop. In emergency situations When swerving.

6. The road ahead looks slippery. what should you do? Use your rear brake only. Slow down before reaching the slippery section. Stop and turn around Stop your motorcycle and walk it across the slippery section.

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

8. An adequate space cushion between yourself and the vehicle ahead of you is minimum ____ seconds 6 2 4 1

9. While riding a motorcycle, you should position your feet With your toes pointed downward. Hovering just above the ground. Firmly on the foot pegs All these answers are correct.

10. How can you initiate a swerve while riding a motorcycle? Press the footrest on the side you wish to swerve. Press the footrest on the opposite side you wish to swerve. Press the handgrip on the side you wish to swerve Press the handgrip on the opposite side you wish to swerve.

11. Which of the following is true about carrying cargo on your motorcycle? Fill saddlebags evenly to prevent drifting. Never carry cargo on a motorcycle. Attach the cargo to your gas tank Use ropes to secure the load.

12. How can you help balance yourself during motorcycle turns? Take your feet off the foot pegs for balance. Keep your knees against the gas tank. Lean the opposite direction of the motorcycle Turn your torso in the direction of the turn.

13. When loading saddlebags, it is important to Load them evenly with the same weight. Not exceed 20 lbs per bag. Fill all of them completely Fill one completely before loading others.

14. Where should the seat be when operating a motorcycle? As far back as you can reach the handlebars. As far forward as possible. In a position to reach the handlebars with the elbows slightly bent It depends on what is comfortable for the rider.

15. Help other vehicles notice that you are slowing down by Flashing your brake light. Swerving from side to side. Beeping your horn Using signal lights.

16. Most accidents occur with riders travelling under ____ miles per hour. 10 20 25 30

17. When slowing down when others may not expect it, you should Shoulder check your blind spot. Beep your horn. Flash your brake light Change lanes before slowing down.

18. Which of the following are skills required to avoid an accident? Knowing when to stop and when to ride straight. Knowing when to stop and when to speed up. Knowing when to swerve and when to stop Knowing when to swerve and when to go straight.

19. When riding long distances, how often should you stop and stretch? Every 50 miles. Every two hours. Every five hours. Once per trip.

20. What can cause the engine to lock? Braking using only one brake. Being low on oil. Skidding the front tire. Changing gears improperly.

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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.