Indiana DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. How can you increase your chances of avoiding hazards at night? Stay in the same lane position. Do not wear a helmet. Ride in a group Reduce your speed.

2. When you ride in a group Never ride in groups of more than three. Put the newest riders at the rear. Ride in pairs whenever possible Don't tailgate the rider in front of you.

3. While making normal turns, the rider and the motorcycle must Lean at different angles. Not lean at all. Lean together at the same angle None of the above.

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

5. Motorcycles are especially in danger when being passed by large vehicles because Large blasts of wind can affect your control. Large vehicles tend to swerve into your lane. Their drivers are often tired from working long hours. Large vehicles cannot accelerate as fast as motorcycles.

6. When it comes to drivers, eye contact Should be avoided to discourage aggression. Should be made before crossing any intersection. Ensures that they will stop and let you through Is not a guarantee that they will yield to you.

7. Choosing the best lane position helps you to All these answers are correct. Avoid road hazards. Communicate what you plan to do Stay out of blind spots.

8. When is it most important to check your mirrors? When you are preparing to change lanes. When you are decreasing your speed. While you are stopped at an intersection. In all of the above situations.

9. In slow turns, how can you help balance the motorcycle? Lean forward. Lean with the motorcycle. Lean in the opposite direction of the motorcycle Keep your body straight.

10. What type of group formation should be used when riding through curves? Staggered formation. Single file. V-shaped formation. In pairs.

11. The majority of your motorcycle brake power is provided by The clutch. The front brake. The rear brake The front and rear brake equally.

12. Which brake is more important? The front, because it prevents skidding. The front, because it provides 70% of the stopping power. The rear, because it prevents skidding. The rear, because it provides 75% of the stopping power.

13. Riders must know how to brake and also ____ in order to avoid a crash. None of the answers listed. Pop a wheelie. Spin Swerve.

14. If your throttle is stuck and twisting it does not release it, you should Apply both brakes. Pull the engine kill switch. Use the front brake only Use engine braking.

15. Before starting your motorcycle engine, your transmission should be in First gear. Neutral. Third gear Second gear.

16. When you park, which wheel should be touching the curb? Both wheels. The rear. Neither wheel. The front.

17. In hot weather, what type of clothing should you wear while riding your motorcycle? Whatever feels most comfortable. Denim shorts and a leather jacket. Sturdy clothing that covers your arms and legs completely. Long pants and a t-shirt.

18. How many seconds distance should be maintained behind the vehicle ahead of you, at least? 1 2 10 3 5

19. When the abuse of substances is involved, what is the percentage of injuries that occurs in motorcycle crashes? 25 75 40 None of the answers listed. 90

20. When should the staggered formation be used? Long stretches of road. Merging onto the highway. Through curves and turns. When passing as a group.

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To operate a motorcycle in Indiana, you must have a motorcycle endorsement on your license. Licenses are issued by the Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV). You can apply for a motorcycle endorsement at age 16½ if you hold a valid Indiana driver's license. You may also apply for a motorcycle learner's permit while working toward your endorsement. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to legally operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle learner's permit, you must apply, submit the required documentation, pass the vision screening and motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To receive a motorcycle endorsement on your license, you must apply, submit your documentation, and pass the vision screening, if it is required. If you currently hold a learner's permit, you must pass the motorcycle skills exam to receive your endorsement. Alternatively, if you successfully complete an approved Ride Safe Indiana motorcycle safety training course, you can receive an endorsement without taking the motorcycle skills exam.

The motorcycle knowledge test is taken at your local BMV. The test contains 25 questions on motorcycle safety and driving skills. You must answer 22 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle skills exam is taken at an approved exam site and assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail a test, you must wait one day to retake it.