Iowa DMV Motorcycle Test

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

2. In order for a passenger to ride your motorcycle, he or she should have their own Footrests. Protective equipment. Seat All of the above.

3. If you experience a weaving feeling while riding over metal grating, what should you do? Grip the handlebars tightly to stop the feeling. Decrease your speed. Increase your speed Relax and maintain speed.

4. The best path through a curve Is on the inside of the curve. Is to stay in the center position. Is on the outside of the curve May not follow the curve of the road.

5. For his own safety, a motorcyclist should wear ____. Bright colored, reflective clothing. Drab clothing. None of the listed answers Gray and brown clothing. Only wear black.

6. When approaching an intersection, you should select a lane position to Increase your visibility to other vehicle operators. Reduce your following distance. Increase your speed and pass quickly Do all of the above.

7. You ride safely on slippery surfaces by Maintaining or increasing your speed. Avoiding sudden moves. Leaning back Holding in the clutch.

8. Which lane position should you ride in to increase your line of sight? The right. Any lane position. The center. The left.

9. Where are the clutch and brake lever found on your motorcycle? Clutch is on the right and the brake is on the left. Both the clutch and brake are on the left. Both the clutch and brake are on the right Clutch is on the left and the brake is on the right.

10. In which of the following places are motorcycle collisions most frequent? Multi-lane highways. Rural areas. Acceleration lanes. Intersections.

11. When completing a quick stop how should you apply your brakes? Apply both brakes at the same time. The back brake followed immediately by the front brake. Apply the front brake only Apply the back brake only. The front brake followed immediately by the back brake.

12. When parked beside a curb, your motorcycle must Be parallel to the curb. Be lying on the curb. Be positioned at an angle with the back wheel to the curb Have the front wheel on the curb.

13. If you are riding next to other cars or trucks what may you be doing? Racing them. Distracting them from the road. Riding in their blind spot You may be speeding. You may cause an accident.

14. As a motorcycle rider, how many positions do you have available in a single traffic lane? Three. One. 4 Two.

15. While driving in the city and looking ahead for hazards, you should be checking at least ____ ahead. Three blocks. Two blocks. One-half block. One block.

16. When entering a curve where should you position your bike? Do nothing differently. None of the answers listed. To the left of the lane To the right of the lane. To the center of the lane.

17. You can be charged with driving while under the influence of alcohol if Your BAC is 0.08% or above. You are seen exiting a drinking establishment. You have consumed any amount of alcohol You have consumed at least two beers.

18. If you need to shift gears as you approach a turn Shift gears in the turn. You do not need to shift gears for a turn. Shift gears before the turn Shift gears after the turn.

19. While riding your motorcycle in high-risk areas, you must cover ____ to reduce the time you need to react. Your head with a helmet. Your eyes with goggles. Your whole travel lane. The clutch and both brakes.

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

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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.