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1. To stop quickest, one should:
2. In an emergency situation, what is the best way to sound your horn?
3. When you ride a motorcycle on slippery pavement, you should ____ to avoid a skid.
4. There is (are) ____ possible lane position(s) available to a motorcycle in a single lane of traffic.
5. If your throttle is stuck and twisting it does not release it, you should
6. The best way to discourage other vehicles from trying to share a lane with you is by
7. When seated properly on your motorcycle, your arms should be
8. You can help stabilize your motorcycle during a turn by
9. You are turning onto a road with one lane of traffic moving in each direction. taking a right turn too fast could cause you to
10. When stopping in a curve, what should you do?
11. If you rear tire goes flat you should ____.
12. If a vehicle enters your path, you should
13. The rear brake on a motorcycle is operated by
14. You need face protection to protect from ____.
15. How should you generally ride over railroad tracks?
16. When entering a turn and you need to change gears, when should that change occur?
17. Generally, ____ should be avoided.
18. When a vehicle is merging into your lane, what actions should you take to avoid a hazardous situation?
19. Riding close to the edge of the road is dangerous for motorcycles because
To operate a motorcycle in Kansas, you must have a Class M license or a motorcycle endorsement on your license. Licenses are issued by the Department of Revenue (DOR). At age 14, you can apply for a motorcycle instruction permit. At age 16, you can apply for a less-restricted Class M license, and at age 17, you can apply for a Class M license or a motorcycle endorsement. A permit, license, or endorsement allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.
To receive a motorcycle instruction permit, you must submit your application and documentation, pass the vision screening and motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To receive a less-restricted motorcycle license, you must have held an instruction permit at least 12 months, submit an application and documentation, complete the required driving hours, and pay the fees. Additionally, you must either complete a motorcycle driver's education course or pass the written and motorcycle rider skills tests. To receive a Class M license or endorsement on your driver's license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pay the fees, and pass the vision screening, motorcycle knowledge test, and the motorcycle rider skills test.
Tests are scheduled through the DOR. 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 day to retake it.