Texas DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. What would be the wrong thing to do at night while riding your motorcycle? Increase the distance between yourself and other vehicles. Ride the same speed you would during the day. Wear reflective clothing for visibility Use your high beams to see further down the road. Watch the car ahead to get a feel for what the road is like.

2. When traveling behind a car, a motorcycle rider must ride ____ where a driver is most likely to see him/her. In the driver's blind spot. In the center portion of the lane. In the left side of the lane. In the right side of the lane.

3. For a safe riding position, how should your knees be placed? As far forward as physically possible. In a backward position. Against the gas tank to help with balancing Held away from the gas tank to avoid malfunction.

4. You shift gears by engaging the clutch lever and using the Right foot pedal. Front brake lever. Rear brake lever Left foot pedal.

5. When should the right lane position be avoided? When being passed by another vehicle. When there is a hazard in the center of the road. When riding through a school zone. It should never be avoided.

6. It is important that a passenger Sit as far forward as possible. Lean as the motorcyclist leans. Keep his or her feet on the foot pegs Do all of the above.

7. Which one of the following statements is correct? Press left, lean right, and go right. Press left, lean left, go right. Press left, lean left, go left.

8. A motorcycle rider has an advantage over an automobile driver when passing parked vehicles because: A motorcycle can accelerate faster than a car. A motorcycle rider can avoid the problems of opening doors and people stepping out from between vehicles by driving in the left part of the lane. Motorcycles have a shorter stopping distance.

9. The front brake is operated by The left foot lever. The left hand lever. The foot pedal The right hand lever.

10. Motorcycles are permitted to operate ____ in a single lane. Two abreast. Three abreast. Alone. 4 abreast.

11. When pulling off to the side of the road, you must check to see That your brakes are working. That it is a well-lit area. That it is a designated area That the surface is firm enough to ride on.

12. Which of the following should you not do when you encounter an uneven surface or obstacle on the road? Accelerate fully to go over the obstacle fast. Roll the throttle just before impact to lighten the front end. Make sure your motorcycle is straight Rise slightly off of the seat with your feet firmly on the footrests. Slow down as much as possible.

13. What should you do if your front wheel locks while braking? Keep the wheel locked until you come to a complete stop. Increase your speed. Release the brake and apply again. Pull the kill engine switch.

14. When passing parked cars, you should do what? None of the listed answers. Stay on the right side of your lane. Stay in the center of your lane Stay on the left side of your lane.

15. The greatest risk for a group is ____. Bullying. Intersections. Running out of gas Losing someone.

16. If you take a turn too fast, you may end up Tipping over while riding. Obstructing the view of vehicles behind you. Crossing into another lane of traffic Destroying your tires.

17. Which of these should you not do when passing? Hang out in someone's blind spot. Ride on the left side of your lane. Use your signals Pass the blind spot quickly.

18. Which of the following is true of carrying small loads on a motorcycle? Small loads can be carried easily without any need for preparation. Small loads cannot be carried at all. leave them at home or in storage. None of the listed answers Small loads can be carried safely if positioned and fastened securely before hand.

19. The best way to discourage another driver from trying to share the lane with you is to Ride in the center lane position. Beep your horn. Ride in the left lane position Flash your brake light.

20. The best time to head out on a trip is____. At midnight. At rush hour. At 3am Between 6 and 11 am.

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To operate a motorcycle in Texas, you must have a Class M motorcycle license. Licenses are issued by the Department of Public Safety (DPS). You can apply for a Class M with an I restriction at age 15, a Class M with a J restriction at age 16, and a full Class M license at age 18. A motorcycle license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a Class M license, you must apply and meet the requirements for a regular driver's license. These may vary depending on your age. Additionally, you must successfully complete a motorcycle safety course, submit the required documentation, and pay the fees. Minors who are applying must also hold a class C provisional license, complete the required driver's education coursework, present a high school verification of enrollment and attendance form (VOE), pay the fees, and pass the vision, motorcycle knowledge, and skills exams. Testing may be waived for applicants over the age of 18 who have successfully completed the motorcycle safety course.

Tests are scheduled 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 rider skills test assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail a test, you must wait one day to retake it.