New Mexico DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. How many lane positions are available to a motorcycle in a single lane of traffic? Three. Two. 4 One.

2. When you park, which wheel should be touching the curb? Both wheels. The front. The rear. Neither wheel.

3. In which of the following situations is it important to change your lane position? When a car is trying to share a lane with you. When being passed by other vehicles. When passing parked cars. All of the above.

4. What is a good strategy for seeing bumps on a road at night? Watch the taillights of the car ahead of you. Use your low beam headlight. Wear reflective clothing Stay in low gears.

5. If a vehicle enters your path, you should Beep your horn. Flash your brake light. Tailgate the vehicle Move away from the vehicle.

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

7. When should you pull the engine kill switch? If your motorcycle is wobbling. If your throttle is stuck. If your rear tire fails. If your front tire fails.

8. When should you check your motorcycle tires? Monthly. Every time before you ride. Once a week. At the beginning of the season.

9. When should you only use the front brakes? When stopping quickly. On surfaces with low traction. At all times. If the back tire is flat.

10. Alcohol is involved in how many of all fatal accidents? 10% 30% 20% 40% 50%

11. When riding in a group, who is setting the pace? The group leader. The middle group rider. The tail rider. The traffic in front of the leader.

12. If you can't cross an obstacle straight on, you should cross at an angle of at least ____ degrees. 45 105 90 20

13. Use your horn when You pull the kill engine switch. You are crossing rail tracks. You are making a left turn You think someone may enter your lane without seeing you.

14. A hazardous place for motorcycles to travel is On freeways. On rural roads. In school zones At intersections.

15. The least effective method of attaching cargo to your motorcycle is by using Elastic cords. Saddlebags. Ropes Tank bags.

16. What type of road can new mexico turn into a one-way road? Any roadway in the state. Only roads in large cities. Only in situations in which there is a close alternative route Only rural roads. Only roads with 2 lanes or fewer.

17. When riding, your clothing should be protective and Completely cover your arms and legs. Loose fitting. Made of an approved material Tight fitting.

18. Which of the following affects your blood alcohol concentration? How fast you drink. How much you weigh. The number of drinks you've had. All of the above.

19. Both brakes on your motorcycle should be used Every time you stop. In emergency situations. For normal stops only When swerving.

20. 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.

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About Motorcycle Permit Practice Tests

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.