Washington DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. Mopeds are restricted to speeds less than ____ mph 25 30 40 35

2. Which of the following is not a penalty for operating a vehicle while intoxicated? A levied fine. A small fine and an alcohol-abuse class. A mandatory suspension Hours of community service.

3. Which of the following should be avoided when carrying cargo? Filling saddlebags evenly. Securing cargo with elastic cords. Securing cargo as low as possible. Fastening excess cargo to the sissybar.

4. At which angle should you park to the curb? 10 45 20 90

5. 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.

6. When preparing to pass the vehicle in front of you, you can increase your line of sight by Pulling into oncoming traffic. Riding in the left of the lane position. Riding in the center of the lane position Riding in the right of the lane position.

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

8. Motorcycles are especially in danger when being passed by large vehicles because Large vehicles tend to swerve into your lane. Large vehicles cannot accelerate as fast as motorcycles. Large blasts of wind can affect your control Their drivers are often tired from working long hours.

9. Help balance your motorcycle while turning by Dragging your feet on the ground. Keeping both knees against the gas tank. Leaning the opposite way of the motorcycle Doing all of these things.

10. If you are a beginner rider, you should ride no more than ____ hours per day. 4 Eight. Two. Six.

11. For an adequate space cushion, maintain a following distance of at least ____ seconds One. Two. 4 Three.

12. When approaching a turn, when should you reduce your speed? Before the turn. After the turn. During the turn. At any of these times.

13. What is the meaning of this sign?

Road shoulder is much lower than the road surface. Road is slippery and wet. Gravel is on the road Concealed road is ahead.

14. How can you initiate a swerve while riding a motorcycle? Press the handgrip on the side you wish to swerve. Press the footrest on the side you wish to swerve. Press the footrest on the opposite side you wish to swerve Press the handgrip on the opposite side you wish to swerve.

15. The best way to cross unavoidable obstacles on the road is to Put your feet down for support. Walk your motorcycle across them. Cross them at a 90-degree angle Cross them at a 45-degree angle.

16. When should the staggered formation be used? Through curves and turns. Merging onto the highway. Long stretches of road. When passing as a group.

17. Before heading out with passengers or cargo, you should check your ____. All of the listed answers. Suspension. Headlight Tire pressure.

18. The motorcycle and rider should lean at the same angle when in Quick, sharp turns. All these answers are correct. Slow, tight turns Normal turns.

19. When carrying cargo in saddlebags, you should Fill the right bag before the left one. Make sure both bags are full. Distribute the weight evenly between both bags Fill the left bag before the right one.

20. 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.

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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.