Texas DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When making a right turn, look right and left, yield right-of-way, and turn the steering wheel using A single-hand technique. A double-hand technique. A hand-over-hand technique A hand-off-hand technique.

2. What causes an engine to seize, 'lock' or 'freeze' up? Faulty manufacturing of the engine. It is usually due to a shortage of oil. None of the listed answers Poor maintenance of the engine by the motorcyclist.

3. What is the best way for other motorists to see you? Flash your lights constantly. Tailgate the driver in front of you. Leave your headlight on at all times Rev your engine loudly. Honk your horn.

4. Why must motorcyclists wear bright clothing? To make it easier for drivers to see them. in crashes with motorcyclists, drivers often say they never saw the motorcycle. Bright colors are more fashionable. None of the listed answers Motorcyclists shouldn't wear bright colors.

5. You should check your motorcycle's ____ when you add any extra weight. All of the listed answers. Headlights. Suspension Tire pressure.

6. For the most stable riding, your knees and feet should be positioned Away from the gas tank and pointing down. Against the gas tank and pointing down. Away from the gas tank and on the foot pegs Against the gas tank and firmly on the foot pegs.

7. 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.

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

9. 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.

10. Riding a motorcycle involves all of your ____. Family. Friends. Senses None of the listed answers.

11. ____ can increase your visibility. Changing your lane position according to traffic situations. Pulling in the clutch. Riding in the left lane position. Riding with a passenger.

12. Motorcycle drivers cannot drive on highways Without a helmet and proper protective gear. Unless you can travel safely at the minimum posted speed. During rush hour At night, because your lights aren't bright enough.

13. What is the best path through a curve? It is the center of the road. It is different for each curve. It is close to the center line It is close to the edge of the road.

14. ____ are the most likely places for car and motorcycle collisions to occur. Expressways. One-way roads. Roundabouts. Intersections.

15. The 3 steps of the see strategy are See, evaluate, examine. See, execute, examine. Search, evaluate, execute Search, examine, execute.

16. Riding a motorcycle is ____ compared to riding in a car. None of the listed answers. About as tiring. Significantly less tiring Significantly more tiring.

17. When conducting the evaluate step of the see procedure, what are you looking for? Possibly hazardous road conditions. Vehicles that may move into your path. Traffic markings and signals. All of these things.

18. While making normal turns, the rider and the motorcycle must Lean together at the same angle. Not lean at all. Lean at different angles None of the above.

19. To carry passengers safely, your equipment should include: A seat large enough to hold both yourself and the passenger. Protective gear for the passenger, of the same sort you wear yourself. All of the listed answers Footrests for the passenger.

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

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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.