Texas DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. 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.

2. 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.

3. Which brake should you use for a quick stop? Both sets of brakes. The front brake. The foot brake The rear brake.

4. Passengers should keep their feet on the footrests At all times. Unless riding over a slippery surface. While the motorcycle is moving Unless being stopped at an intersection.

5. If you have a blood alcohol concentration of ____ or above, you are considered intoxicated. 0.08 0.09 0.01 0.05

6. What should a motorcyclist do before changing lanes? Increase their speed to move quickly into the other lane. Press the horn loudly to alert other drives of the lane change. Reduce their speed Look to the side to see other vehicles. Increase the distance between their vehicle and other vehicles.

7. When preparing to pass a vehicle ahead of you, you should ride in the ____ lane position. Left. Right. Center. Right or center.

8. Which of the following are used as left-edge lines on divided highways? Double solid white lines. Single solid white lines. Double solid red lines. Single solid yellow lines.

9. Your motorcycle has two brakes. use both brakes: Only for normal stops. Only for emergency stops. Every time you slow or stop.

10. When you are being passed by another vehicle, you should do what? Drift to the right side of your lane. Drift to the left edge of your lane. None of the listed answers Stay in the center portion of your lane.

11. In addition to downshifting when you slow or stop, you should also downshift Whenever you pull in the clutch. When you need more power to accelerate. While riding on a multilane road When you are descending a hill.

12. Making u-turns is not legal in which of the following areas? At railroad crossings. Near a crest of a hill or in a curve. On highways. All of the above.

13. 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.

14. You should start the motorcycle with Your hands above your elbows. Your elbows locked. Your right wrist flat Your right wrist low.

15. What is the best way to use when the brakes when you need to stop quickly? Apply both brakes at the same time. Apply only the front brake. Apply only the rear brake Apply the rear brake first and then the front brake. Apply the front brake first and then the rear brake.

16. If the chain or belt of your motorcycle breaks, you'll ____. Experience a loss of power to both wheels. you may lose control of the motorcycle, and should concentrate on minimizing injury. Notice an immediate loss of power to the rear wheel. close the throttle, and brake to a stop in a safe area. None of the listed answers Experience very little that is noticeable. continue on as normal until you can stop and do some maintenance.

17. It's best to travel in a ____ formation. Side by side. Single file. Buddy Staggered.

18. Which is the best lane position for being seen by a driver ahead of you? The middle. The left. Any position. The right.

19. In a single lane of traffic, there are ____ lane positions for a motorcycle. Three. Two. Five. 4

20. If you suspect the driver ahead of you does not know you are behind his or her vehicle, you should Try to pass the vehicle as soon as possible. Increase your following distance to 5 seconds. Decrease your speed and ride in the left lane position Move into the center lane position to increase your visibility.

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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.