New Mexico DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. At night, how can the car ahead of you help you see obstacles? Watch the driver's movements. Follow the driver very closely. Watch the taillights to see bumps on the road Follow in the path of the other driver.

2. How many seconds should you keep, at least, between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you? 2 3 6 5 4

3. When stopping while leaning in a curve, the best course of action is to Use your lean to enhance braking. Use your rear brake only. Try to make the motorcycle perpendicular to the road Never stop in a curve.

4. Which of the following is true concerning space to cross or enter? If turning, ensure no vehicles or pedestrians block your path. Even in the event of a green light, do not cross if vehicles block your path. All of the answers listed You need room to get all the way across. When crossing railroad tracks, do not start unless you won't be stuck on the tracks.

5. When using saddlebags, it is important to Fill one bag before the other one. Only use them if they are completely full. Distribute the load evenly Only fill them with approved contents.

6. In addition to downshifting when you slow or stop, you should also downshift When you are descending a hill. While riding on a multilane road. Whenever you pull in the clutch When you need more power to accelerate.

7. When entering a turn and you need to change gears, when should that change occur? After completing the turn. At any time. After entering the turn. Before entering the turn.

8. Motorcycles are especially in danger when being passed by large vehicles because Large blasts of wind can affect your control. Their drivers are often tired from working long hours. Large vehicles tend to swerve into your lane Large vehicles cannot accelerate as fast as motorcycles.

9. Why is it important to cross railroad tracks at an angle of at least 45 degrees? At a lesser angle, you may catch your tires. A larger angle would be unsafe. It gives you the best view of oncoming trains It allows you to cross tracks quickly.

10. What is the most important thing you can do in case of a collision? Drive as fast as possible. Drive recklessly. None of the answers listed Wear your seat belt. Drive much slower than other traffic.

11. Riding ____ decreases your chances of being seen. While using your high beam. In residential areas. Alongside other vehicles. Near other motorcycles.

12. 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.

13. If you are about to collide with an object, and you wish to get the motorcycle to lean quickly to the right, you should Push the inside of the left handlegrip. Pull the left handlegrip toward you. Pull the right handlegrip toward you Push the inside of the right handlegrip.

14. In reversible lanes, a sign with a green arrow means what? You can use the lane, but only for turning. What the lane may be used for is changing, and you should move out of the lane if you are already in it. You can use the lane You cannot use the lane.

15. The press step of turning means that you press Your feet on the footpegs. The handlegrip of the direction in which you are turning. The clutch lever The front or rear brake.

16. What is the number one rule about semi truck blind spots? If you can't see the driver in the semi truck side mirrors, the semi truck driver cannot see you and you are in a blind spot. Semi truck drivers never use their side mirrors, so everywhere is a blind spot. Semi truck drivers don't have blind spots Honking your vehicle's horn will alert a semi truck driver to your presence in a blind spot. None of the answers listed.

17. Only drinking one drink per hour Ensures you will not be over the legal limit. Prevents drunkenness if drinking beer. Is the legal limit for males Does not guarantee you will not be affected by the alcohol.

18. The best way to carry cargo on a motorcycle is to Keep the load forward. Distribute the load evenly. Secure the load with elastic cords Do all of these.

19. If your motorcycle is equipped with a windshield A helmet is not required. You may wear glasses instead of a face shield. You are not required to wear eye protection You must wear goggles or face protection.

20. When crossing railroad tracks, you should cross at a 90-degree angle Only when signs tell you to. In residential and rural areas. Unless that path will take you into an oncoming traffic lane At all times.

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To operate a motorcycle in New Mexico, you must have a motorcycle license or a motorcycle endorsement on your driver's license. Licenses are issued by the Motor Vehicles Division (MVD). There are three different levels of licenses depending on your age: Class M 13+, Class M 15+, and a Class M 18+ license. A motorcycle license or endorsement allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads. A Class M 13+ license is only valid for motorcycles that are under 100cc.

To receive a Class M 13+ or Class M 15+ license, you must complete a motorcycle safety course, submit an application, the required documentation, and pay the fees. The tests are waived if you successfully complete the required coursework. To receive a Class M 18+ license, you must apply, submit the documentation, pay the fees, and pass the motorcycle written and road tests. If you complete a motorcycle safety course, the required tests will be waived.

Tests are scheduled through the MVD. The written motorcycle test contains 25 questions on safe riding practices and road rules. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle road test assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail a test, you must wait a week to retest.