Maine DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When should the right lane position be avoided? When riding through a school zone. It should never be avoided. When being passed by another vehicle. When there is a hazard in the center of the road.

2. What is a motorcycle operator's number one concern when sharing space with other vehicles on the roadways and highways of maine? Honking the motorcycle horn to let other vehicles become aware of your presence. Maintaining a high rate of speed so that other vehicles cannot tailgate or follow too closely. Learning to judge distances and allow for enough space to keep from interfering with other vehicles Wearing dark, comfortable clothing that keeps the operator warm and alert. None of the listed answers.

3. While driving in the city and looking ahead for hazards, you should be checking at least ____ ahead. One-half block. One block. Two blocks. Three blocks.

4. While braking is the right thing to do, what are some other things for the drivers to do to avoid collisions? All of the answers listed. Pay attention at all times. Turn quickly Speed up quickly.

5. The majority of your motorcycle brake power is provided by The front brake. The clutch. The rear brake The front and rear brake equally.

6. For stopping or slowing down, the most effective method is to use Engine braking only. The rear brake only. The front brake only Both the front and rear brakes.

7. Keeping your knees against the gas tank Helps turn the motorcycle. Helps you keep your balance. Should only be done to help steady cargo Should never be done.

8. What can cause the engine to lock? Skidding the front tire. Changing gears improperly. Being low on oil. Braking using only one brake.

9. If you must coast over a slippery surface, you should also Lean back as far as possible. Apply the rear brake. Rise slightly off the seat Allow your feet to skim the surface.

10. Studies have shown that most crashes involved riders who Did not separate braking from swerving or who did not swerve when it was appropriate to do so. Underbraked the front tire and overbraked the rear. Lacked one of the above skills Lacked none of the above skills.

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

12. Which of the following is not an offense that would require an automatic 30-day suspension? Speeding, 25 mph over the speed limit. Falsifying an application for registration or license. Failure to stop for a police officer Passing a stopped school bus with red lights flashing. Leaving the scene of an accident with bodily injury.

13. Choosing the best lane position helps you to Communicate what you plan to do. Avoid road hazards. All these answers are correct. Stay out of blind spots.

14. If there are hazards on the road to your right, which lane position should you ride in? Two. One. Three. One or two.

15. How old must you be, at least, to obtain a motorcycle license in maine? 13 14 16 15 None of the answers listed.

16. Which is true of seat belt use? It is often safer to be thrown clear of the car than trapped by a safety belt. They are unnecessary when driving short distances. Your hands can protect you as well as a seat belt in an accident Seat belts more than double your chance of surviving an accident.

17. Which of the following is a condition under which headlights must be used? A half-hour after sunset. When using windshield wipers. When driving a motorcycle at any time When visibility is less than 1000 ft. All listed choices are correct.

18. Outside a business, residential, or built-up area of maine, the default speed limit (when not posted) is: 45 mph. 25 mph. 35 mph 50 mph. 65 mph.

19. When carrying items in your motorcycle saddlebags, you should Make sure both bags are full. Fill the right bag before the left. Distribute the weight evenly between both bags Fill the left bag before the right.

20. If you would like to signal that you are turning left, what is the correct hand-and-arm signal? Right arm straight out. Left arm bent at 90 degrees pointing down. Left arm straight out. Left arm bent at 90 degrees pointing up.

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To operate a motorcycle in Maine, you must have a motorcycle license. Licenses are issued by the Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV). At age 16, you can apply for a license, permit, or endorsement on your current license. However, all applicants under the age of 18 must complete a basic driver's education course before completing the requirements for a motorcycle license. A motorcycle license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle permit, you must apply, submit your required documentation, successfully complete a hands-on rider education program, pass the vision screening and the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To receive a motorcycle license or endorsement on your driver's license, you must complete the permit process, submit your application and documentation, pass the motorcycle road skills test, and pay the fees. If you successfully passed a road skills test as part of your basic rider course, the motorcycle road test may be waived.

The motorcycle exams are taken through your local BMV. The knowledge exam 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 assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail a test, you must check with the BMV to reschedule your next test.