Iowa DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. It is important that a passenger Lean as the motorcyclist leans. Keep his or her feet on the foot pegs. Sit as far forward as possible Do all of the above.

2. You can help keep your balance while riding by Keeping your knees against the gas tank. Sitting as far back as possible. Locking your elbows Wearing light weight riding gear.

3. What occurs when the front wheel and handlebars start shaking from side to side at any speed? None of the answers listed. Shakes. Thrust Twisting. Wobble.

4. How can you reduce your reaction time when approaching an intersection? Look both ways. Cover the clutch and the brake. Maintain or increase your speed Point your toes downward.

5. Why is it important to cross railroad tracks at an angle of at least 45 degrees? At a lesser angle, you may catch your tires. It gives you the best view of oncoming trains. A larger angle would be unsafe It allows you to cross tracks quickly.

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

7. If you are riding with a passenger what should you do? Wait for larger gaps to cross, enter or merge in to traffic. All of the answers listed. Start slowing earlier Ride a little slower. Open a larger distance between yourself and others.

8. In order to avoid hazardous situations, you should Avoid carrying passengers. Be able to swerve. Search the road ahead Watch other vehicles.

9. Distances are harder to judge at night. you should Avoiding riding at night. Increase your speed. Increase your following distance Ride only on rural roads.

10. When riding in a group, the staggered formation should be avoided when Entering or leaving the highway. Making turns. Taking curves Doing any of these.

11. The side of the road can be dangerous to motorcycles because The road edge markings are often inaccurate. The pavement is poor quality near the edge. Of dirt and gravel buildup You cannot be seen when riding near the edge.

12. How do 3 wheeled vehicles compare to motorcycles on the road? They are less stable than motorcycles, but can counter steer. While less stable than motorcycles, they can reach much higher speeds. None of the listed answers There is actually very little difference between motorcycles and 3 wheeled vehicles. They are more stable than motorcycles, and cannot counter steer.

13. In any collision, you have a far better chance of avoiding serious injury when you wear A motorcycle safety helmet that is U.S. dot compliant. Protective clothing. Face or eye protection All of the above.

14. What is not one of the major factors in blood alcohol level? How fast you drank it. How much you've drank. Your body weight None of the answers listed above. Your age.

15. Use your horn when You are crossing rail tracks. You think someone may enter your lane without seeing you. You are making a left turn You pull the kill engine switch.

16. When following another vehicle, the ____ of the lane position is the best for being seen. Right. Center. Left. Left or right.

17. What does choosing the best lane position mean? Your space cushion is maximized. You are avoiding hazards on the road. You are not in a blind spot You are doing all of these.

18. Use your feet to maintain balance by Pointing your toes downward. Keeping them on the footrests. Skimming them above the ground Holding them away from the motorcycle.

19. If it is not possible to ride straight while crossing railroad tracks, you should cross them at a ____ angle. 90-degree. 10-degree. 45-degree. 30-degree.

20. When evaluating potential hazards, you should be looking for Other vehicles. All these answers are correct. Road characteristics Traffic controls.

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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.