West Virginia DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. The front brake can provide ____ % of the stopping power. 20 45 70 30

2. What can you do to help keep your balance in turns? Pull in the clutch and coast. Keep your knees against the gas tank. Crouch down low Slow down before the turn.

3. Over ____ % of motorcycle/car crashes are caused by a driver entering a rider's right-of-way. 50 90 60 75

4. Because a motorcycle brake light is not as visible as the brake light on a car, you should Beep your horn whenever you're about to stop. Install extra lights on your motorcycle. Flash your brake light when you think it may not be seen Only brake when absolutely necessary.

5. If you need to brake and swerve, you should Brake after swerving. Brake before swerving. Brake while swerving Brake before or after swerving.

6. What does this sign mean?

A divider or an obstruction is ahead-- keep to the right. An obstruction is ahead-- traffic must merge right. Oncoming traffic is ahead-- vehicles must take a detour A curve is ahead-- drivers must move right and then left.

7. When you are being passed from behind, what portion of the lane should your motorcycle be in? Left. Any. Center. Right.

8. When you first get a motorcycle, you should not do which of the following? Be familiar with the controls. Install every add-on possible. Read the owner's manual. Keep it in safe riding condition.

9. The best position for traction when it is raining is The shoulder of the road. The center lane position. In the tracks left by other drivers The left lane position.

10. Which of the following should be done at night? Avoid riding on rural roads. Wear brighter clothing so you can be seen. Slow down so you can stop within the range of your headlights Follow vehicles closely.

11. The edge of the road is dangerous for motorcycles because There is poor visibility. Dirt and gravel provide little traction. It is not driven on often The pavement is poor quality.

12. There are ____ factors that play a major part in determining bac. 1 2 4 3

13. Why is maintaining a space cushion important? It gives you time to react. It gives you time to correct your mistakes. It gives you space to maneuver It does all of these.

14. In locations where there is oil and grease buildup, the best lane position is Not important. The center portion. In the blind spot The left or right part of the lane.

15. When traffic control lights are not working, you must ____ before proceeding through the intersection. Slow down. Increase your speed. Come to a full stop. Change lanes.

16. When approaching an intersection where a vehicle may cross your path Cover the clutch and brake to reduce your reaction time. Beep your horn to warn other drivers. Always yield to vehicles approaching the intersection Come to a complete stop even if you have the right-of-way.

17. Which of the following is not required for a motorcycle passenger? Passenger footrests. A backpack. Designate seat room. A helmet and eye protection.

18. When riding through a turn, you should turn Your head only. Your whole upper body. Your head and shoulders All of the above.

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

20. At a blind intersection, you should position where? In the center position. In the left position. Which ever position allows you to see and be seen as much as possible In the right position.

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To operate a motorcycle in West Virginia, you must have a motorcycle instruction permit, Class F motorcycle license, or an F endorsement on your driver's license. Licenses are issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Minors must complete Level II of the graduated driver license (GDL) program before they are eligible to apply. A motorcycle permit, license, or endorsement allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle instruction permit, you must apply, submit the required documentation, pass the vision screening and the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To receive a Class F motorcycle license or endorsement, you must apply, submit the documentation, pay the fees, and pass the vision screening, the knowledge exam, and the motorcycle rider skills test. The rider skills test is waived for applicants who successfully complete the West Virginia Motorcycle Safety Program.

Tests are scheduled through the DMV. The motorcycle knowledge test contains 25 questions about road rules and safe riding practices. 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.