Kentucky DMV Motorcycle Test

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

2. When making a routine stop at a stop sign, you should Use both front and rear brakes. Use the front brake only. Use the rear brake only Downshift until rolling to a stop.

3. The fastest way to stop is to Pull the engine kill switch. Apply the front brake quickly. Use the rear brake only Apply both brakes firmly.

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

5. When should you rise off the seat slightly? Riding on slippery surfaces. Absorbing shock when riding over obstacles. Preparing to pass another vehicle. Increasing your visibility.

6. Head checks while riding motorcycles Only need to be done at night. Should be performed before changing lanes. Are not required because motorcycles do not have blind spots Only need to be done when preparing for a left turn.

7. In order for a passenger to ride your motorcycle, he or she must have their own Footrests. Helmet. Seat Footrests, seat, and helmet.

8. Choosing the best lane position helps you to Stay out of blind spots. Avoid road hazards. Communicate what you plan to do All these answers are correct.

9. Which of the following statements about crossing an intersection is true? Increase your speed as you approach an intersection. Select a lane position that will most increase your visibility to other drivers. Always count on eye contact as a sign that a driver will yield Always ride with your headlight off.

10. What is the safest braking method? Using both front and rear brakes at the same time. Using only the front brake. Using only the rear brake. Alternating between using the front brake and the rear brake.

11. Which of the following is important for riding safely on slippery surfaces? Leaning back. Maintaining or increasing your speed. Avoiding sudden moves. Holding in the clutch.

12. See is a ____ step process used to make judgments. 1 2 3 4

13. To warn drivers you are slowing down in an unusual place, you can Raise slightly off your seat. Flash your brake light. Swerve from side to side Shift gears instead of braking.

14. Which of the following is a dangerous surface? A railroad grating. A slippery surface. Uneven paved surfaces All of the listed answers.

15. In any collision, you have a far better chance of avoiding serious injury when you wear Protective clothing. Face or eye protection. A motorcycle safety helmet that is U.S. dot compliant All of the above.

16. The majority of motorcycle crashes occur At high speeds. At low speeds. In curves On hills.

17. When parked against the curb you should park With your front wheel on the curb. With your rear wheel on the curb. At a 60 to 90 degree angle Parallel to the curb.

18. Before downshifting, you should Lean forward. Flash your brake light. Apply the rear brake Decelerate.

19. The best way to carry cargo on a motorcycle is to Keep the load forward. Distribute the load evenly. Secure the load with elastic cords Do all of these.

20. Before each ride, you should adjust The clutch. The throttle. The side mirrors Your seat.

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To operate a motorcycle in Kentucky, you must have a motorcycle license or permit. Licenses are issued by the county Circuit Court Clerk's Office. If you are younger than 18, you can apply with parental consent and a valid driver's license. At age 16, you can apply for a moped license, which allows you to operate a moped that is 50cc or less. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle instruction permit, you must apply, submit your required documentation, pass the vision screening and motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To receive a motorcycle license, you must have held a permit for at least one month, submit your application and documentation, pass the motorcycle road skills test, and pay the fees. The motorcycle road skills test can be waived if you successfully complete a motorcycle rider education course.

The knowledge exam is taken through your local Circuit Court Clerk's Office and contains 25 questions about motorcycle safety, operation, and road signs. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle road skills test is scheduled through the Kentucky State Police (KSP). It assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail a test, you must wait a week before you can retest.