Kansas DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. Although passing or being passed is not much different in a motorcycle than in a car, what is one main point of interest you should focus on? Always look both ways. Always pay attention to your visibility. Keep your speed at a minimum Ride on the left portion of the lane.

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

3. How can you achieve maximum stopping power? Alternate between the foot brake and the hand brake. Use the front brake only. Pull in the clutch while you brake Use both the front and rear brakes.

4. When carrying loads you should ____. Both keep it low and keep it spread evenly. Keep it on the back. Keep it low Keep it spread evenly.

5. Which of the following is a hazard associated with passing a row of parked cars? People can step out from between cars. A driver may pull out in front of you. A door could be opened into your path All of these answers are correct.

6. If an obstacle cannot be avoided and you must drive over it, approach it at a ____ angle. 135-degree. 45-degree. 25-degree. 90-degree.

7. 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.

8. 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.

9. To help stabilize the motorcycle in a turn, you should Increase the throttle. Pull in the clutch. Decrease the throttle Apply the rear brake.

10. In order to help with the effects of fatigue, riders should rest at least every ____ hours 2 3 4 5

11. When carrying a load, you should Keep it high. Only use approved luggage holders. Distribute the load evenly Secure it as far back as possible.

12. When passing another vehicle You must not exceed the speed limit. Ride close to the edge of the road. Turn on your hazard lights Ride in the highest gear.

13. Your motorcycle fits you if You can reach the foot pegs. Both of your feet can reach the ground while you are seated. You can reach the handlegrips You can do all of the above.

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

15. Where is the greatest potential conflict to happen between you and other vehicles? At an intersection. Driving on a busy street. Driving on a small 2 lane road Whenever you are merging onto the highway.

16. Most motorcycle crashes happen In parking lots. On short trips. On gravel roads On long trips.

17. Passengers should keep their feet on the footrests While the motorcycle is moving. Unless riding over a slippery surface. Unless being stopped at an intersection At all times.

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

19. 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.

20. When slowing down when others may not expect it, you should Flash your brake light. Change lanes before slowing down. Beep your horn Shoulder check your blind spot.

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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.