Indiana DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. To turn your motorcycle, you should press on the handgrip in the direction of the turn and Keep your body straight. Pull in the clutch. Lean in the direction of the turn Lean in the opposite direction of the turn.

2. When riding your motorcycle, your feet should be positioned As far forward as possible. With your toes pointed downward. Firmly on the footrests To drag lightly on the ground.

3. The front brake is more important because It is used most often. It provides most of the stopping power. It provides all of the stopping power It provides less of the stopping power.

4. If your front tire fails while you are riding, you should Shift your weight to the rear to help maintain stability. Shift your weight to the front to help maintain stability. Use engine braking to slow down Avoid using the rear brake.

5. Which of the following is true about smaller vehicles? Both they appear to be farther away and traveling slower than they actually are. They appear closer than they actually are. They appear to be traveling slower than they actually are They appear to be driving faster than they actually are. They appear to be farther away than they actually are.

6. If an object suddenly appears in your riding path, you should ____ to avoid a crash. Apply the front brake gently. Swerve around the object. Swerve and apply the brakes. Lean your motorcycle.

7. A hazardous place for motorcycles to travel is On rural roads. On freeways. At intersections In school zones.

8. In which of these scenarios is it the least important to check your mirrors? When stopped at an intersection. Before you change lanes. When descending a large hill. When beginning to slow down.

9. Tinted eye protection Should be worn at all times. Is mandatory during the day. Should not be worn at night Is mandatory for drivers only.

10. In which of these situations would you use the engine cut-off switch? When being followed by a tailgater. When you need to stop quickly. When you need to avoid slipping on slippery surfaces. When your throttle is stuck.

11. Which of the following is a rule of group riding? All of the answers listed. Remember to take breaks to prevent fatigue. Ensure the group stays together by checking mirrors Only ride as far as the least skilled rider can handle. Maintain a proper following distance.

12. A driver with a BAC level of over ____ is considered intoxicated and cannot operate a vehicle. 0.02 0.08 0.15 0.18

13. ____ is prohibited when riding downhill. Shifting gears. Increasing your speed. Coasting in neutral gear. Slowing down.

14. How can you warn the driver behind you that you are about to slow down? Slam on the brakes. Flash your brake light. Wave your arms Turn around and make eye contact.

15. What are two ways to avoid obstacles in your path? Sliding and swerving. Sliding and skidding. Stopping and swerving. Stopping and sliding.

16. Studies have shown that most crashes involved riders who Did not separate braking from swerving or who did not swerve when it was appropriate to do so. Underbraked the front tire and overbraked the rear. Lacked one of the above skills Lacked none of the above skills.

17. If you lock the rear brake on a surface with good traction Release the rear brake and use only the front brake. Release both brakes and coast to a stop. You should release the rear brake and reapply it You can keep it locked until you come to a complete stop.

18. Which of the following surfaces is the most hazardous for a motorcycle to ride on? Rural roads. Newly paved roads. Multi-lane highways. Gravel roads.

19. When you need to cross rail tracks that are parallel to you, how should you cross them? At an angle of at least 45 degrees. Never cross rail tracks parallel to your lane. At an angle of exactly 90 degrees. Edge across the tracks.

20. When scanning road conditions, you should be looking for Escape routes. Traffic conditions. Road conditions All of the above.

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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.