Kansas DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. You can increase visibility on the road by wearing ____ while driving your motorcycle. A black shirt. A yellow jacket. A black helmet A dark brown vest.

2. Because a motorcycle has a smaller profile than a car Special lights are required. It is faster. Shoulder checks are not required It is less visible.

3. If the chain breaks on your motorcycle while riding what will you notice right away? The bike will begin to swerve or wobble. You will hear a very loud banging sound. You will lose power to the rear wheel Your motorcycle will immediately turn off.

4. Riding in the center of the lane position is best for Preparing to pass other vehicles. Avoiding hazards from parked cars. Being seen by the driver in front of you Changing lanes.

5. In which of the following situations should you not increase your following distance? On slippery roads. When riding in a group. In heavy traffic. When being tailgated.

6. When conducting the evaluate step of the see procedure, what are you looking for? Possibly hazardous road conditions. Traffic markings and signals. Vehicles that may move into your path. All of these things.

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

8. While riding a motorcycle, you are considered legally intoxicated if You have a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or more. You had one drink and are over the age of 21. You have had at least one drink You have a blood alcohol concentration of 0.05% or more.

9. When can you operate a motorcycle between lanes of traffic? During rush hour. Never. Only in designated areas. Whenever it is safe to do so.

10. When parked next to a curb, you should park with ____ touching the curb. The front wheel. Both wheels. No wheels. The rear wheel.

11. Why should you try not to drive next to cars or trucks beside you in the next lane. Because they may be thinking that you are spying on them. The fumes from the vehicle can irritate your eyes or skin. Because you could potentially be driving in their blind spot The cars and trucks can swerve and easily hit you.

12. How can you increase your safety while riding at night? Decrease your speed. Use your high beam. All these answers are correct. Increase your following distance.

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

14. Maintaining or increasing your speed while making a turn Should never be done. Is safer because you complete the turn quickly. Helps stabilize the motorcycle Should only be done when passing others.

15. Which of the following is true about braking? Stop quickly by using both brakes. The front brake is controlled by a foot lever. The rear brake has most of the stopping power The rear brake should only be used to slow down.

16. Where is the safest spot you should place a load that you are carrying? In the front over the gas tank. On the back fender. Place it on the handlebars Put the load over or in front of the rear axle.

17. If your motorcycle was made before 1978, you must remember to Get a special license. Turn the headlight on when riding at all times. Only ride during the day Avoid carrying passengers.

18. What is one thing discussed in the manual that changes when riding a motorcycle with an extra load. It will change the tire pressure. The engine of the motorcycle will become hotter. Your motorcycle will use up more gas with higher weight load The weight changes the way the motorcycle handles.

19. Generally, what is the best lane position for being seen? The right lane position. The center of the lane. The left or right part of the lane. The left third of the lane.

20. Motorcycle drivers cannot drive on highways Without a helmet and proper protective gear. During rush hour. At night, because your lights aren't bright enough Unless you can travel safely at the minimum posted speed.

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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.