Missouri DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When riding through a curve, the most effective lane position Will change throughout the curve. Is any lane position as long as you maintain it. Is in the center of the lane position Is the right of the lane position.

2. If the rear tire goes flat while riding Use both brakes to stop. Stop with the rear brake only. Use engine braking Stop with the front brake only.

3. 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.

4. When preparing to enter the roadway from the roadside, how should you position your motorcycle? Perpendicular to the roadside. At an angle. With the rear tire off the road. Parallel to the roadside.

5. More than half of all motorcycle crashes happen on motorcycles ridden by the operator for less than ____ months. 2 3 6 4

6. The front brake can provide ____ % of the stopping power. 30 20 70 45

7. Why can pulling off to the side of the road be more hazardous to motorcycles than cars? It is illegal for motorcycles to park on the side of the road. Motorcycles require a curb to park against. The shoulder is often sandy and may provide less traction It is more difficult for motorcycles to stop quickly.

8. When you head check before changing lanes, you're checking The lane beside you and the far lane. The traction of the road surface. Areas of vision blocked by your helmet The size of the vehicles that are close to you.

9. Which of the following is good protective gear? A dot approved helmet. All listed answers. Protective clothing that covers arms and legs Face or eye protection.

10. The best way to swerve is to Brake while you are swerving. Press the handlegrip on the side opposite to the direction in which you want to turn. Avoid braking and press the handlegrip on the side of the direction in which you want to turn Pull in the clutch and apply the rear brake.

11. When riding with others which of the following should you not do? Do not interfere with the flow of traffic. None of the listed answers. Ride in a way to promote safety Ride two wide to a lane.

12. What is the proper way to swerve? Press the handgrip in the direction you want to swerve. Pull the handgrip in the opposite direction you want to swerve. Press the handgrip in the opposite direction you want to swerve Pull the handgrip in the direction you want to swerve.

13. Which of the following is not true? Saddlebags should be filled with evenly distributed weight. Motorcycles do not have blind spots. You must be in good physical condition to ride a motorcycle The center of the lane position is safe to ride in.

14. When riding in a group, motorcyclists should ride In a staggered formation. In an alternate formation. In single file In pairs.

15. When riding in a group, when should you ride single file? On long stretches of road. When entering a highway. In rural areas. At all times.

16. It is important to maintain a space cushion behind the vehicle in front of you At all times. Unless you are stopped. In periods of heavy traffic When riding through school zones.

17. You can maintain an adequate space cushion by Always riding in the center of the lane position. Speeding up when approached by tailgaters. Beeping your horn at close drivers Adjusting your lane position as you ride.

18. 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.

19. Alcohol begins to affect the drinker when? It depends on the individual. Within a half hour of being consumed. Within minutes of being consumed Within an hour of being consumed.

20. When carrying a passenger, your motorcycle will Respond slower than normal. Easily tip over. Respond the same as without a passenger Respond quicker than normal.

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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.