South Dakota DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When riding on a uneven surface, you can absorb shock by Taking your feet off the footrests. Apply the brake lightly. Swerving from side to side Rising slightly off the seat.

2. To control a motorcycle well, you should ____. All of the listed answers. Hold the handle grips firmly. Sit far enough forward so that you arms are slightly bent Sit so you can use your arms to steer.

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

4. Why can pulling off to the side of the road be more hazardous to motorcycles than cars? The shoulder is often sandy and may provide less traction. It is illegal for motorcycles to park on the side of the road. Motorcycles require a curb to park against It is more difficult for motorcycles to stop quickly.

5. 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.

6. Tinted eye protection Is mandatory during the day. Is mandatory for drivers only. Should not be worn at night Should be worn at all times.

7. A curb painted with yellow lines indicates that the driver May not stop, stand, or park. May stop only long enough to make a quick turn. May stop until the road is clear to pass May stop only long enough to load or unload.

8. Which of the following should you do if you need to leave the road? All listed answers. Check the surface on the roadside. Pull as far to the right as you can Signal your intention.

9. When at an intersection, you must especially watch for Irregular traffic signals. Rows of parked cars. People trying to share your lane Cars turning left in front of you.

10. If approaching a blind intersection with a stop line, where should you stop? At the stop line only. At the stop line first, then further forward. Past the stop line, where you can see clearly. On the stop line.

11. When should you rise off the seat slightly? Riding on slippery surfaces. Absorbing shock when riding over obstacles. Increasing your visibility. Preparing to pass another vehicle.

12. For stopping or slowing down, the most effective method is to use Both the front and rear brakes. The front brake only. The rear brake only Engine braking only.

13. One alcoholic drink can be eliminated from the body in ____ hours 1 2 3 4

14. In which of the following situations should you increase your following distance? When being tailgated. Heavy traffic. Slippery conditions. All of these situations.

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

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

17. A motorcycle can be ridden between lanes of traffic Only if all traffic is headed in the same direction. When traffic is at a standstill. In designated areas At no time.

18. How can you protect yourself from injury during a collision? Roll away from the motorcycle. Try to jump off the bike before hitting the ground. Try to land with your arms first Wear protective motorcycle clothes and gear.

19. The ____ brake is the most important because it ____. Front, is the emergency brake. Rear, provides 70% of the stopping power. Front, provides 70% of the stopping power Rear, is the emergency brake.

20. When parked beside a curb, your motorcycle must Have the front wheel on the curb. Be parallel to the curb. Be lying on the curb Be positioned at an angle with the back wheel to the curb.

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To operate a motorcycle in South Dakota, you must have a motorcycle instruction permit or a motorcycle license. Licenses are issued by the Department of Public Safety (DPS). You can apply for a motorcycle instruction permit at age 14 and a motorcycle license at age 16. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle instruction permit, you must apply, submit the required documentation, pass the vision screening and the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To receive a motorcycle license, you must apply, submit the required documentation, pay the fees, and pass the vision screening, the knowledge exam, and the motorcycle driving test.

Tests are scheduled online or through the DPS. The motorcycle knowledge test contains 25 questions about safe riding practices and road rules. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle driving test assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail a test, you must wait one day to retake it.