Kentucky DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. To help keep the motorcycle steady through a turn, you should Maintain or increase your speed. Increase your speed. Maintain or decrease your speed Decrease your speed.

2. What is the best path through a curve? It is different for each curve. It is the center of the road. It is close to the edge of the road It is close to the center line.

3. Which of the following does not lessen your chances of being involved in a collision? Using your signals at all times. Maintaining and adequate space cushion. Wear clothing which increases visibility. Wear durable clothing.

4. Most riders are driving slower than ____ mph when a crash happens. 15 90 60 30

5. 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.

6. On a highway, you see other vehicles about to merge into your lane from an entrance ramp. what should you do? Move into another lane if one is open. If you cannot change lanes, adjust your speed to open up space for the merging drivers. Give them plenty of room Do all of the above.

7. When riding in a group, you should never Put a beginner near the front. Pair up. Ride single file Pass vehicles in front of you.

8. It is important to use ____ brakes for every stop. Back. Front. Both front and back None of the answers listed.

9. When traveling in a group, you should never ride In a staggered formation. Single file. Two abreast With more than 3 motorcycles together.

10. To help compensate for the increased risk of riding at night Use other lights (including vehicles ahead). Reduce your speed. Increase your following distance Do all of the above.

11. What are the 4 steps to making a proper turn? Slow, look, press, roll. Look, press, roll, slow. Slow, press, look, roll. Press, look, slow, roll.

12. When carrying cargo or a passenger An increased stopping distance is required. You must ride only during the day. A decreased stopping distance is required You must carry a special license.

13. When preparing to slow down, you should check To make sure you are in neutral before stopping. To see if there is traffic behind you. To your left and right The gauges on your motorcycle.

14. When carrying cargo in saddlebags, you should Fill the left bag before the right one. Make sure both bags are full. Distribute the weight evenly between both bags Fill the right bag before the left one.

15. Which of the following is not a strategy to increase your safety at night? Increase your following distance. Use your high beam. Shift gears quickly Reduce your speed.

16. Which of the following statements about crossing an intersection is true? Increase your speed as you approach an intersection. Select a lane position that will most increase your visibility to other drivers. Always count on eye contact as a sign that a driver will yield Always ride with your headlight off.

17. How is the rear brake controlled? By the right hand lever. By the right foot pedal. By the left foot pedal. By the left hand lever.

18. Experienced riders tend to limit themselves to ____ hours of riding. 2 3 4 6

19. To perform a quick stop, which brakes should be used? Both the front and back brakes. None of the answers listed. The back brakes only The front brakes only.

20. If you need to get off of the roadway, which of the following should you do? All listed answers. Pull off the road to as far right as you can. Check the surface of the roadside Signal your intention.

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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.