Missouri DMV Motorcycle Test

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

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. While riding a motorcycle, you should position your feet Hovering just above the ground. All these answers are correct. With your toes pointed downward Firmly on the foot pegs.

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

7. What does see stand for? Scan, exercise, evade. Search, evaluate, execute. Search, execute, evade Search, evaluate, evade. It doesn't stand for anything.

8. How can you increase your chances of being seen? Wear bright clothing. All these answers are correct. Choose the best lane position Use your headlight.

9. What does the left hand lever control? The front brake. The rear brake. The clutch. The gear shifter.

10. What equipment do you need to have to ensure you are carrying a passenger safely? All of the listed answers. A proper seat. Protective equipment Footrests.

11. What lane position should you ride in when being passed by another vehicle? Left or right. Center. Left. Center or right.

12. The best way to protect your eyes is with A face shield. A three-quarter helmet. A windshield Eyeglasses.

13. What can occur when your chain slips while you are riding? Nothing drastic happens when your chain slips, but it is good to get it fixed as soon as possible. The rear wheel could lock and cause your motorcycle to skid. Your horn can stop working Your motorcycle will stop working completely. The rear wheel could lock.

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

15. When driving through a normal turn, you should Lean at the same angle as the motorcycle. Avoid leaning in either direction. Lean the opposite way of the turn Remain upright during the turn.

16. Which of the following is a sign that a front tire is flat? All listed answers. The motorcycle feels heavy. The motorcycle sways side-to-side The motorcycle jerks.

17. To give yourself enough time to react to hazards, you should scan the road ____ ahead. 12 seconds. 2 seconds. 15 ft. 30 ft.

18. When you check your tires, what are you checking for? Cuts and scrapes. Tire pressure. Tread wear. All of these.

19. When you are riding at night, it is best to Not use your headlight. Wear a tinted face shield. Ride slower than you do during the day Stay close behind the car in front of you.

20. Who can share a lane with motorcycles? All other vehicles. No one. Other motorcycles only. Motorcycles and small cars.

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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.