New Mexico DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When making turns on the road, a motorcycle rider must ____ before entering a turn. Use the front brake. Change gears. Not change gears. Lean his/her body at a 45-degree angle.

2. If you suspect the road ahead is slippery, what should you do? Use only your rear brake. Slow down before reaching the slippery section. Stop and turn around Stop your bike and walk it across the slippery section.

3. If your motorcycle starts to wobble, your best course of action is to Apply the brakes quickly. Close the throttle gradually. Grip the handlebars tightly and fight the wobble Accelerate out of the wobble.

4. When driving past the scene of an accident that you are not involved in, what should you never do? Never drive to the scene of an accident just to look. Never watch for people who may be on or near the road. Never keep your attention on the road Never stop if emergency help has not yet arrived.

5. Grabbing the front brake could result in A front wheel lock. Stopping quickly. Popping a tire A rear wheel lock.

6. What causes your motorcycle to lurch? Driving over gravel roads. Shifting into a lower gear too soon. Speeding up too quickly. Turning too fast.

7. What is the safest braking method? Using both front and rear brakes at the same time. Using only the front brake. Using only the rear brake. Alternating between using the front brake and the rear brake.

8. If there are hazards on the road to your right, which lane position should you ride in? One or two. Three. Two. One.

9. When can a motorcycle ride in an h.o.v. lane? During designated time periods only. At all times. If riding with another motorcycle. Only when carrying a passenger.

10. Changing your lane position can Communicate your intentions to other drivers. Help you avoid being in a blind spot. Provide a possible escape route Do all of the above.

11. What controls the front brake? The left hand lever. The right foot pedal. The right hand lever. The left foot pedal.

12. Riding alongside a car can be dangerous because Objects may be thrown out the window. You could be hit by an extended side mirror. You may be riding in a blind spot Any of these could happen.

13. When must new mexico motorcycle operators under 18 years of age wear a helmet? At all times when operating a motorcycle. None of the answers listed. During weekends and on holidays Only when other traffic is present. During evening hours between 6 am and 10 pm local time.

14. If railroad tracks run parallel to your lane, and you need to cross them, you should Cross at the smallest angle possible. Cross the tracks at a 90-degree angle. Wait until the next intersection Cross the tracks at a 45-degree angle.

15. Which of the following can happen when you are driving while tired? All of the answers listed. Take more time to make decisions. Cannot see as well Fall asleep behind the wheel. Not as alert.

16. 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.

17. 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.

18. The x-marked rr sign warns that

You are approaching a construction zone. You are approaching a dead-end. You are approaching a railroad crossing You are approaching an intersection.

19. Which lane position(s) are safest for motorcycles? The left and right positions are safest. The center position is always the safest option. Only the left position is the safest The safest position will depend on the surroundings.

20. The best group formation for riding through curves is Single file. The staggered formation. In pairs A v-shaped formation.

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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.