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1. Crashes are more common in the first ____ months of riding.
2. When dealing with slippery surfaces, which of the following should you not do?
3. Generally, motorcycles require
4. The best eye and face protection is provided by
5. When approaching an intersection where a vehicle may cross your path
6. Someone under the age of 21 with a BAC of no more than ____% will have their license suspended.
7. If you are about to pass a parked car with the driver in the seat, you should
8. Using your brakes properly means
9. Before you mount your motorcycle for a trip, you should check the
10. Which of the following should not be done at night?
11. When seated properly on your motorcycle, your arms should be
12. Ride more safely at night by
13. A double solid white line marks the edge of a traffic lane where
14. If you find yourself feeling sleepy while driving, it is better to
15. The rear brake on a motorcycle is operated by
16. To be effective, which of the following must goggles provide?
17. To minimize the risks of alcohol and driving, you should ____.
18. You can initiate a swerve by
19. When should you have your headlight on?
20. How can you protect yourself from injury during a collision?
To operate a motorcycle in Virginia, you must have a motorcycle license or permit. Licenses are issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The three types of licenses are a Class M (all motorcycles), Class M2 (two-wheeled only), or Class M3 (three-wheeled only). Before applying for a license, you must hold a motorcycle learner's permit for a set amount of time, which varies based on age. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.
To receive a motorcycle learner's permit, you will need to hold a valid driver's license or permit. If you do not, you must pass a two-part driver's license knowledge exam. You must apply, submit the required documentation, pass the vision screening and the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To apply for a Class M, M2, or M3 license, applicants who are 18 and older must wait at least 30 days after receiving a permit. Applicants who are under 18 must hold the permit for nine months. When you apply, you will need to submit the required documentation, pass the road skills test, and pay the fees. Testing may be waived if you successfully complete the Virginia Rider Training Program.
Tests are scheduled through the DMV. The motorcycle knowledge test contains 25 questions about road rules and safe riding practices. You must answer 21 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 two days to retake it.