Iowa DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When traveling behind a car, a motorcycle rider must ride ____ where a driver is most likely to see him/her. In the right side of the lane. In the driver's blind spot. In the left side of the lane. In the center portion of the lane.

2. What causes your motorcycle to lurch? Driving over gravel roads. Shifting into a lower gear too soon. Turning too fast. Speeding up too quickly.

3. If you are riding over an obstacle on the road, what is the best way to absorb shock? Avoid using the brakes. Couch down to lower the center of gravity. Increase your speed. Raise off the seat to absorb shock with your knees and elbows.

4. What should you use at all times, even if what you plan to do is obvious? Flash your brake light. Flash your headlight. Use your accelerator Honk your horn. Use your signals.

5. What should you do if you are approached by a dog while riding your motorcycle? Downshift and approach slowly, then accelerate to leave the dog. Do nothing differently. Accelerate quickly past the dog Honk your horn at the dog. Slow down and kick at the dog.

6. If your throttle sticks while riding, you should first Apply the front brake. Twist it back and forth to free it. Pull in the clutch Apply the rear brake.

7. If there are two or more motorcycles riding together, they should ride In a v-formation. Single file. In a staggered formation In pairs.

8. Which of the following provide(s) the best traction for motorcycles? Warm pavement. Snow. Wet pavement. Gravel roads.

9. Increase your visibility at an intersection by Looking in your mirrors. Coming to a complete stop. Riding in the staggered formation Choosing the most visible lane position.

10. If you are riding with a passenger what should you do? Wait for larger gaps to cross, enter or merge in to traffic. All of the answers listed. Start slowing earlier Ride a little slower. Open a larger distance between yourself and others.

11. If it is not possible to ride straight while crossing railroad tracks, you should cross them at a ____ angle. 90-degree. 10-degree. 45-degree. 30-degree.

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

13. What are some ways to stop your friend from operating a motorcycle after they have had a few drinks? Both keep them from getting to their motorcycles and lure them with more drinks. Keep them from getting to their motorcycles. Both slow the pace of drinking and keep them from getting to their motorcycles Lure them with more drinks. Slow the pace of drinking.

14. In addition to reflective clothing, the best colors for being seen are Red, green, and yellow. Orange, yellow, and white. Orange, red, yellow, and green White, red, and orange.

15. The gearshift lever is located In front of the left footrest. By the left handlegrip. By the right handlegrip In front of the right footrest.

16. To avoid lurching while downshifting, what should you do? Never shift below second gear. Brake while shifting. Only downshift if you are an experienced rider Make sure the motorcycle is traveling slow enough for the gear.

17. If your front tire fails while riding, you should ease off the throttle and Pull the kill engine switch and roll to a stop. Use both brakes and stop on the shoulder of the road. Use the rear brake and move to the side of the road Use the front brake and move to the side of the road.

18. When passing heavy vehicles, it is important to avoid Slowing down suddenly when you merge back in front of the vehicle. Passing without a dedicated passing lane. Beeping your horn when alongside the vehicle Flashing your headlight.

19. Which of the following is a situation in which you should use your horn? A driver in the lane next to you is driving to close. A driver is trying to occupy a lane you are in. Someone is in the street A parked car has someone in the driver's seat. All of the answers listed.

20. If you believe that your motorcycle has not triggered a light sensor while stopped at a traffic light, when can you proceed? After waiting for 120 seconds. When it is safe to do so. After waiting two light cycles. All of these.

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To operate a motorcycle in Iowa, you must have a Class M license or a motorcycle endorsement on your driver's license. Licenses are issued by the Motor Vehicle Division (MVD). At age 14, you can apply for a motorcycle instruction permit or moped-only license. At age 16, you can apply for a motorcycle endorsement or Class M license. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle instruction permit, or moped-only license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the vision screening and motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. The moped-only license also requires that you pass the operator knowledge test, if you do not already have an instruction permit or license, and complete a moped education course. A driving test may also be required. To receive a Class M license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pay the fees, and pass the vision screening, motorcycle knowledge test, operator knowledge test, and the motorcycle skills test. To receive a motorcycle endorsement on your current license, you must pass the vision screening, motorcycle knowledge test, and motorcycle skills test.

Tests are scheduled through the MVD. The motorcycle knowledge test contains 25 questions covering 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 business day to retake it.