Iowa DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. How many lane positions are available to a motorcycle in a single lane of traffic? Three. One. 4 Two.

2. Which of the following affects your blood alcohol concentration? The number of drinks you've had. How fast you drink. How much you weigh. All of the above.

3. The best way to deal with tailgaters is to Speed up to match their speed. Slow down. Allow them to pass you Beep your horn.

4. If you have a rounded mirror on your bike what type of mirror do you have? A circular mirror. A makeup mirror. A convex mirror A rectangle mirror. A round mirror.

5. Where is the engine cut-off switch located? Near the left foot pedal. Near the right foot pedal. Near the left handgrip. Near the right handgrip.

6. How can you increase your visibility at blind intersections? Always ride in the center lane position. Flash your brake light. Stop beyond the stop line so you will be seen Ride in the lane portion in which you will be seen first.

7. Which lane position(s) are safest for motorcycles? The center position is always the safest option. The left and right positions are safest. Only the left position is the safest The safest position will depend on the surroundings.

8. What is the best lane position for being seen? The best lane position changes depending on the situation. The center of the lane. The left part of the lane. The right part of the lane.

9. To help maintain balance, your feet should Be against the gas tank. Skim the ground during turns. Be placed firmly on the foot pegs Point down toward the road.

10. What should tell any passengers that are riding with you? All of the answers listed. Hold your waist or hip firmly. Sit as far forward as possible Keep both feet on the footrests. Keep their legs away from the muffler.

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

12. What causes your motorcycle to lurch? Driving over gravel roads. Shifting into a lower gear too soon. Turning too fast. Speeding up too quickly.

13. Which of the following is a hazard associated with passing a row of parked cars? People can step out from between cars. A door could be opened into your path. A driver may pull out in front of you All of these answers are correct.

14. What are some of the methods a motorcycle operator should consider using to reduce the possibility of an accident when driving at night? All of the answers listed. Increase the distance between the motorcycle operator and other vehicles. Speed reduction Wear highly reflective clothing materials and use the lights of the vehicle in front as an indication of hazards. Use high beam setting on headlights.

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

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

17. How can you protect yourself from injury during a collision? Try to land with your arms first. Try to jump off the bike before hitting the ground. Roll away from the motorcycle Wear protective motorcycle clothes and gear.

18. How can you make your brake light more noticeable to others? Ride in lighted areas. Flash your brake light. Avoid tailgating Use your high beam.

19. What is the name of the strategy you should use when at an intersection? Calm. See. Look Watch. Seek.

20. Other than wearing bright clothing, how can you increase your visibility? Wearing reflective clothing. Riding only in the left of the lane position. Wearing a full-face helmet. Decreasing your speed.

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To operate a motorcycle in Iowa, you must have a Class M license or a motorcycle endorsement on your driver's license. Licenses are issued by the Motor Vehicle Division (MVD). At age 14, you can apply for a motorcycle instruction permit or moped-only license. At age 16, you can apply for a motorcycle endorsement or Class M license. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle instruction permit, or moped-only license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the vision screening and motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. The moped-only license also requires that you pass the operator knowledge test, if you do not already have an instruction permit or license, and complete a moped education course. A driving test may also be required. To receive a Class M license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pay the fees, and pass the vision screening, motorcycle knowledge test, operator knowledge test, and the motorcycle skills test. To receive a motorcycle endorsement on your current license, you must pass the vision screening, motorcycle knowledge test, and motorcycle skills test.

Tests are scheduled through the MVD. The motorcycle knowledge test contains 25 questions covering 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 business day to retake it.