West Virginia DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. Maintaining or increasing your speed while making a turn Helps stabilize the motorcycle. Should never be done. Is safer because you complete the turn quickly Should only be done when passing others.

2. If you plan to turn beyond an intersection, you must Signal just before making a turn. Not give any turn signal. Signal before passing through the intersection Signal just after you pass through the intersection.

3. When approaching an intersection, the best way to reduce your reaction time is to Avoid wearing a full-face helmet. Cover the clutch and the brake. Avoid using the highest gear Keep the clutch pulled in when not accelerating.

4. You can increase your safety when riding at night by Skimming the road with your feet as you ride. Increasing your following distance. Riding in the center of the lane position Following vehicles closely so you can see better.

5. When crossing a very slippery surface, you should Stop and walk the bike across. Accelerate or maintain speed. Use the front brake only Pull in the clutch and coast.

6. If you must swerve to the left, which of the following is the proper order? Press left handgrip, and front brake. Press left handgrip, and then right to recover. Press left handgrip, and rear brake Press right handgrip, and then left to recover.

7. If it feels like your tires have lost traction with the surface of the road, you should Not stop until your tires are gripping the road again. Ease your foot off the gas pedal. Keep the steering wheel straight Do all of the above.

8. Which of the following is true about starting while on an upward hill? Never try to start on an upward hill. Use the foot brake to hold you until the engine takes hold. Position yourself at a 90-degree angle against the curb Start in second gear.

9. Where should your seat be while operating a motorcycle? As close to the front as possible. As far back as one can reach the handlebars. Wherever is comfortable for the operator In a position to reach the handlebars with the elbows slightly bent.

10. Which of the following statements is not true regarding the use of headlights? High beams are used when traveling behind other vehicles. Low beams are used in city driving and driving in traffic on roadways. High beams are used for open country driving when there is no traffic in sight Low beams are used when traveling in fog, rain, or snow.

11. The rear brake provides ____ of the motorcycle's stopping power. All. One-quarter. One-half. Three-quarters.

12. For most effective steering while riding a motorcycle, your hands should be positioned Above your elbows. With elbows locked. Below your elbows At or below elbow height.

13. How does carrying a passenger change your motorcycle? A passenger helps balance the motorcycle. The motorcycle takes longer to react to changes. A passenger makes the motorcycle go faster The motorcycle will slow down more quickly.

14. When driving through a turn, your lane position should Stay as close to the edge of the road as possible. Be in the center of the lane. Stay as close to the center line as possible Change to give you the best view.

15. How can you prevent yourself from using too much throttle? Only ride in lower gears. Start with your right wrist raised. Start with your right wrist flat Keep the clutch pulled in.

16. If your motorcycle starts to wobble, your best course of action is to Accelerate out of the wobble. Apply the brakes quickly. Grip the handlebars tightly and fight the wobble Close the throttle gradually.

17. For stopping or slowing down, the most effective method is to use Engine braking only. The front brake only. The rear brake only Both the front and rear brakes.

18. 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.

19. When scanning road conditions, you should be looking for Escape routes. Road conditions. Traffic conditions All of the above.

20. In order to have a passenger on your motorcycle, you must have Footrests for the passenger. Side saddlebags. High-quality shocks A windshield.

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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.