Washington DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. How can you protect yourself in the event of a collision? Let go of the motorcycle. Tip the motorcycle if you know you will crash. Wear protective gear. Try to roll on the ground.

2. If both braking and swerving are required to avoid hitting an object, in which order should you brake and swerve? Brake while swerving. You can only brake before swerving, never after. Brake before or after swerving. Swerve while braking.

3. Your helmet must meet ____ standards. Aaa. Aarp. Dot. All of the listed answers.

4. At an unmarked crosswalk, drivers are required to Increase the speed of their vehicle and cross before the pedestrians. Yield the right-of-way to the pedestrians. Stop and request the pedestrians to cross quickly Signal their intention and proceed.

5. Training courses cost ____ for those over the age of 18. 100 125 50 75

6. Which of the following is true about passengers carried on a two or three-wheel motorcycle in washington state? Passengers must be at least five years old. Passengers are required to wear a dot compliant helmet. Passengers must have a seat and footboards or pegs All of the above.

7. Which of the following should you not do if you are being tailgated? Change lanes to let them pass. Let them get in front of you. Slow down to allow them to pass Speed up to get away from them.

8. The front brake is controlled by The left hand lever. The left foot pedal. The right hand lever The right foot pedal.

9. Other than wearing bright clothing, how can you increase your visibility? Riding only in the left of the lane position. Wearing reflective clothing. Wearing a full-face helmet. Decreasing your speed.

10. Which of the following should you instruct your passenger not do? Avoid unnecessary talk. Mount the motorcycle only before it's started. Keep feet on the footrests Sit as far forward as possible.

11. At minimum, a street-legal motorcycle should have which of the following equipment? Headlight, taillight, brake light, and turn signals. Horn and two mirrors. Front and rear brakes. All of the above.

12. When preparing to slow down, you should check The gauges on your motorcycle. To your left and right. To make sure you are in neutral before stopping To see if there is traffic behind you.

13. When you see a car on an entrance ramp that is about to merge into your lane, your best course of action is to Beep your horn. Come to a complete stop. Change lanes Flash your brake light.

14. When you ride a motorcycle on slippery pavement, you should ____ to avoid a skid. Shift to a higher gear. Accelerate. Reduce your speed. Lean your motorcycle in any direction.

15. If you are riding over an obstacle on the road, the best way to absorb shock is to Avoid using the brakes. Increase your speed to minimize bumps. Raise off the seat Lean back as far as possible.

16. When looking where you want to turn, you should Reduce your speed before the turn. Keep your eyes level with the horizon. Turn your head, not your shoulders, in the direction of the intended turn Do all of the above.

17. When dealing with slippery surfaces, which of the following should you not do? Accelerate your speed. Avoid any sudden change in speed or direction. Use both brakes Watch for oil spots.

18. A motorcycle rider must maintain a minimum safe following distance of ____ behind the vehicle ahead. Three seconds. One second. Two seconds. 4 seconds.

19. The x-marked rr sign warns that

You are approaching a dead-end. You are approaching an intersection. You are approaching a railroad crossing You are approaching a construction zone.

20. Which of the following should you do while riding at night? All listed answers. Use your high beam. Reduce your speed Use the car ahead.

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To operate a motorcycle in Washington, you must have a motorcycle endorsement on your current license or a motorcycle permit. Endorsements and permits are issued by the Department of Licensing (DOL). You can apply for a motorcycle permit or a 2-wheel or 3-wheel motorcycle endorsement at age 16. A motorcycle permit or endorsement allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

You can receive a 2-wheel or 3-wheel motorcycle endorsement either by applying for a motorcycle permit or by completing an approved motorcycle safety course. To receive your permit, you must apply, submit the required documentation, hold a valid Washington driver's license, pass the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To receive your motorcycle endorsement, you must submit the required documentation, pass the riding skills exam, and pay the fees. Applicants who are under 18 must also complete an approved rider course. You can also receive the motorcycle endorsement if you successfully complete an approved motorcycle safety course, submit the required documentation, and pay the fees. If you complete a motorcycle safety course, the DOL tests will be waived.

Tests are scheduled through the DOL. 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.