North Carolina DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When riding with a passenger, what should you expect? You will get better gas mileage. You will be unable to pass other vehicles. Your motorcycle will take longer to stop You will be unable to carry cargo.

2. If you are riding in a staggered formation, you should switch to riding in pairs when Turning sharp corners. Riding at night. Approaching intersections Motorcycles should never ride in pairs.

3. It is important that a passenger Sit as far forward as possible. Lean as the motorcyclist leans. Keep his or her feet on the foot pegs Do all of the above.

4. A surface that provides little traction for a motorcycle Gravel roads. Pavement that is hot from the sun. Are tire markings where other vehicles have traveled Lanes that are not often used.

5. Which of the following equipment are required to legally operate a motorcycle? All of the answers listed. Horn. Muffler Taillight. Rearview mirror.

6. The handlebars should not be set more than ____ inches above the seat of the motorcycle. 15 24 36 6

7. When you are being passed from behind, what portion of the lane should your motorcycle be in? Left. Center. Right. Any.

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

9. Accelerating in a curve Should not be done. Helps stabilize the motorcycle. Is for experienced riders only Should be done only in small curves.

10. What should you take into account if you have to deal with a mechanical problem? All listed answers. The extent of the problem. The traffic conditions you are facing Your skills as a repairperson.

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

12. In a single lane of traffic, there are ____ lane positions for a motorcycle. 4 Two. Three. Five.

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

14. You can initiate a swerve by Downshifting gears. Pressing the handgrip of the direction you want to swerve. Applying the rear brake Pressing the handgrip of the opposite direction you want to swerve.

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

16. Which of the following is true about starting while on an upward hill? Start in second gear. Never try to start on an upward hill. Use the foot brake to hold you until the engine takes hold Position yourself at a 90-degree angle against the curb.

17. When does alcohol start lowering abilities to ride? Above the legal limit. At the legal limit. Below the legal limit It depends on the rider.

18. You ride safely on slippery surfaces by Avoiding sudden moves. Holding in the clutch. Leaning back Maintaining or increasing your speed.

19. When changing lanes on a multilane road, it is important to check the lane next to you and In front of you. Behind you. The far lane Your throttle.

20. If a dog begins to chase you while you are riding, you should Kick the dog. Call animal protection. Stop until the owner is found Approach the animal and speed away.

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About Motorcycle Permit Practice Tests

To operate a motorcycle in North Carolina, you must have an endorsement on your current driver's license or a motorcycle learner's permit. Licenses are issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV). You can apply for a learner's permit at age 16. You can apply for a motorcycle endorsement if you currently have a full provisional, regular, or commercial driver's license. A motorcycle permit or endorsement allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle learner's permit, you must apply, submit the required documentation, pay the fees, and pass the vision screening, the motorcycle knowledge exam, and the traffic signs test. Minors will also need to successfully complete a motorcycle safety course. To receive a motorcycle endorsement on your license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pay the fees, and pass the vision screening, the knowledge exam, the traffic signs test, and the motorcycle rider skills test.

Tests are scheduled through the DMV. The motorcycle knowledge test contains 25 questions on traffic laws and safe driving practices. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The traffic signs test examines your ability to identify signs by shape, color, and meaning. You must score at least 80 percent to pass. The motorcycle rider skills test assesses your ability to handle normal and hazardous traffic situations. If you fail a test, you may have to wait between one and five days to retest.