Kentucky DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. 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.

2. All of the following are part of the upshifting process except Lift the shift lever as far as it will go. Roll off the throttle as you squeeze the clutch. Gently apply the front brake while adjusting the throttle Ease out of the clutch and adjust the throttle.

3. Motorcycles require ____ lane width to operate safely. A full. Half of a. A quarter of a. A third of a.

4. To help maintain balance, your feet should Be placed firmly on the foot pegs. Skim the ground during turns. Point down toward the road Be against the gas tank.

5. Motorcycles should share lanes with cars when Riding in a designated area only. It is never safe to share a lane with a car. Riding with other motorcycles There is heavy traffic.

6. When driving at night, what is the best way to identify bumps in the road? Use the lights of the vehicle ahead of you. Use your high beam. Scan the road often Only drive where there are street lights.

7. 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.

8. Which of the following helps you be more visible to other drivers? Drive with your headlights off. None of the answers listed. Wear dark clothing Wear bright clothing.

9. Which of the following should be done before riding your motorcycle for the first time? Clean out the trunk. Read the owner's manual. None of the answers listed Turn on the radio.

10. Nearly ____ % of riders killed in motorcycle accidents had been drinking. 10 20 30 45

11. How can you increase your visibility at blind intersections? Stop beyond the stop line so you will be seen. Flash your brake light. Always ride in the center lane position Ride in the lane portion in which you will be seen first.

12. Which brake control should you use when you need to stop? The front brake. Both front and rear brake. The rear brake. The emergency brake.

13. The best way to stay alert while riding a motorcycle is to Avoid making long trips. Drive only during the day. Drink beverages with caffeine Take frequent rest breaks.

14. Riding alongside a row of parked cars can be dangerous because Car doors may be opened into your path. The road will be more slippery. Your visibility will be reduced The traffic will be heavier.

15. To avoid confusing other drivers you should: Increase the following distance between your motorcycle and the vehicle in front of you if you are being tailgated. Make sure your turn signal turns off after you finish a turn. Use your horn only in emergency situations.

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

17. You should increase your following distance On single-lane roads. When it is windy. During the day In heavy traffic.

18. Which of the following should you do if you are struck by a flying object? All listed answers. Stop the bike immediately. Sound your horn to show displeasure to the vehicle that caused you getting hit Keep your lane position and pull off when safe to fix the issue.

19. In a single lane of traffic, there are ____ lane positions for a motorcycle. Five. 4 Two. Three.

20. Which of the following is required equipment for a motorcycle to be operated legally? A headlight with both high and low beams. A rearview mirror. Proof of liability insurance All listed answers are required.

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To operate a motorcycle in Kentucky, you must have a motorcycle license or permit. Licenses are issued by the county Circuit Court Clerk's Office. If you are younger than 18, you can apply with parental consent and a valid driver's license. At age 16, you can apply for a moped license, which allows you to operate a moped that is 50cc or less. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle instruction permit, you must apply, submit your required documentation, pass the vision screening and motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To receive a motorcycle license, you must have held a permit for at least one month, submit your application and documentation, pass the motorcycle road skills test, and pay the fees. The motorcycle road skills test can be waived if you successfully complete a motorcycle rider education course.

The knowledge exam is taken through your local Circuit Court Clerk's Office and contains 25 questions about motorcycle safety, operation, and road signs. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle road skills test is scheduled through the Kentucky State Police (KSP). It assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail a test, you must wait a week before you can retest.