Missouri DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When is the center of the lane position the best choice? When there is a hazard on the left side of the road. When you are preparing to pass. When you want to be most visible to the car ahead of you. When you are riding beside a row of parked cars.

2. Increase your visibility at an intersection by Choosing the most visible lane position. Looking in your mirrors. Riding in the staggered formation Coming to a complete stop.

3. When traveling behind a car, a motorcycle rider must ride ____ where a driver is most likely to see him/her. In the center portion of the lane. In the right side of the lane. In the driver's blind spot. In the left side of the lane.

4. When you first get a motorcycle, you should not do which of the following? Be familiar with the controls. Keep it in safe riding condition. Read the owner's manual. Install every add-on possible.

5. The front brake provides how much of your total stopping power? The answer to this question varies, but the front brake always provides less than the rear brake. At least 3 quarters of your total stopping power. Only a quarter of your total stopping power One half of your total stopping power.

6. When buying a helmet you must make sure the helmet ____. All of the listed answers. Meets U.S. department of transportation (dot) standards. Fits snugly all the way around your head Has no obvious defects like cracks or loose padding.

7. If you are approaching a turn and you need to shift gears, you should change gears Before, during, or after the turn. After the turn. During the turn Before entering the turn.

8. How can you prevent fatigue while riding? Protect yourself from the elements. Take frequent breaks. Limit the length of your trip All of the above are correct.

9. If you are carrying a package that prevents you from steering with both hands You must not ride the motorcycle. You can only ride in first gear. Ride under 30 mph Ride in residential areas only.

10. Which lane position(s) are safest for motorcycles? The safest position will depend on the surroundings. The left and right positions are safest. Only the left position is the safest The center position is always the safest option.

11. When traveling across pavement seems, you should cross at least a ____ degree angle. 15 45 30 90

12. Which lane position should you ride in when passing parked cars? The left. The center. The right or center. The right.

13. In ideal conditions, how many seconds should you be behind another vehicle? 1 2 3 4

14. When can a motorcycle ride in an h.o.v. lane? Only when carrying a passenger. If riding with another motorcycle. During designated time periods only. At all times.

15. When approaching a turn, when should you reduce your speed? Before the turn. After the turn. During the turn. At any of these times.

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

17. The rear brake is ____ important because Least, it has 25% of the stopping power. Least, it has 75% of the stopping power. Most, it has 75% of the stopping power Most, it has 25% of the stopping power.

18. Drivers in other vehicles present a particular hazard when You are passing a row of parked cars. You are parking your motorcycle. You are riding through a school zone You are making a right turn.

19. What percentage of riders killed in motorcycle crashes had been drinking? 15-20%. 30-35%. 80-85% 40-45%.

20. How can you prevent yourself from using too much throttle? Start with your right wrist flat. Only ride in lower gears. Start with your right wrist raised Keep the clutch pulled in.

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To operate a motorcycle in Missouri, you must have a Class M license or a motorcycle endorsement on your driver's license. Licenses are issued by the Department of Revenue (DOR). At age 15 ½, you can apply for a motorcycle learner's permit. At age 16, you can apply for a motorcycle endorsement or Class M license. A motorcycle permit, endorsement, or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads. Minors must follow the graduated driver license (GDL) requirements.

To receive a motorcycle learner's permit, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the vision screening and the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To receive a Class M license or motorcycle endorsement on your driver's license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the motorcycle skills test, and pay the fees. Applicants under the age of 18 must also complete a motorcycle driver safety course. The knowledge and driving tests will be waived for drivers over the age of 18 who complete the course.

The tests are taken at your local Missouri license office. The motorcycle knowledge exam contains 25 questions on motorcycle safety and driving skills. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle skills test covers basic vehicle control and crash-avoidance skills. It also tests your ability to handle a variety of traffic conditions. If you fail a test, you must wait one day to retake it.