Pennsylvania DMV Motorcycle Test

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

2. When riding through an intersection, motorcycles must be especially aware of The position of stop lines. Pedestrians crossing the road. Vehicles turning left into your path Unexpected light changes.

3. According to the manual more than half of all crashes occur on motorcycles ridden by the operator for ____? Less than a week. More than six months. Less than six months More than two years.

4. When it is raining, what is the best lane position for a motorcycle? Center or right. Left or right. Center or left. Center.

5. ____ helps you absorb shock when riding over obstacles. Pulling in the clutch. Using a higher gear. Rising slightly off the seat. Rolling on the throttle.

6. Keeping your knees against the gas tank Helps you keep your balance. Should never be done. Helps turn the motorcycle Should only be done to help steady cargo.

7. Start your motorcycle with your right wrist Locked. Down. Up Flat.

8. Most of your motorcycle's stopping power is provided by The rear brake. The clutch. The front brake The front and rear brakes equally.

9. A way for you to increase your safety at night is to Use your high beam. Reduce your speed. All these answers are correct Increase your following distance.

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

11. As a motorcyclist, your chances of falling or being involved in a crash increase when you ride across what type of surface? All of the listed answers. Grooves and gratings. Surfaces that are slippery Long railroad tracks. Surfaces that are uneven.

12. Which of the following surfaces provide good traction? Mud, snow and ice. A dry road in a city center. Gravel roads with sand None of the listed answers. Wet pavement, such as when it rains.

13. Which of the following is not a proper guideline for carrying cargo on a motorcycle? Loads can be carried in saddlebags, as long as they're loaded evenly. Loads should be mounted over or in front of the rear axle. Loads can be fastened with bungee cords or nets Loads should be mounted on the back of the seat or behind the rear axle.

14. Which of the following is a factor in your blood alcohol level? The location in which you are drinking. How fast you drink. The time of day. The type of alcohol.

15. While driving what's one of the first indications that something is wrong with your motorcycle's chain? An instant loss of power to the rear wheel. Nothing happens. that's why it's so important to chain your motorcycle chain before you are riding. You'll start riding at the posted speed limit Your horn will stop working as the chain is connected to the horn.

16. When approaching a blind intersection, when is it best to position yourself so to be visible to other drivers? As soon as is safely possible. When stopped at the stop sign or light. Remain invisible to other motorists as long as possible When you are within 200 feet of another vehicle.

17. What is the most important thing for a motorcyclist when he is passing or being passed by another vehicle? Ensuring he gets to his destination in time. All of the listed answers. Making sure he is seen Making sure he's really happy. Forgetting who he is.

18. Choose the answer that applies best to carrying passengers. Passengers should avoid holding on to the driver. Passengers should keep their feet on the pegs at all times. Passengers should put their feet down at stops Passengers should sit as far back as possible.

19. When parking at a roadside, what angle should you park at? 120 degree angle. 30 degree angle. 90 degree angle 60 degree angle.

20. Which of the following is the most common cause for an engine seizure? All other listed answers. Being low on oil. Being low on fuel Driving too far in one day.

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About Motorcycle Permit Practice Tests

To operate a motorcycle in Pennsylvania, you must have a Class M license or permit. Licenses are issued by the Department of Transportation (DOT). The first step of the licensing process is to apply for a Class M learner's permit. Once you have received your permit, you can apply for a Class M license. Applicants under the age of 18 must hold the permit for at least six months before applying for a license. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a Class M learner's permit, you must apply, submit the required documentation, pass the vision screening and the motorcycle knowledge exam, complete any required coursework and driving hours, and pay the fees. To receive a Class M license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the motorcycle rider skills test, and pay the fees. The motorcycle skills test can be waived if you successfully complete a motorcycle safety program.

Tests are scheduled through the DOT. The motorcycle knowledge test contains 25 questions about road safety and traffic laws. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle rider skills test assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail, you may have to wait a week to retest.