Indiana DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. The front brake is controlled by The right foot pedal. The left hand lever. The left foot pedal The right hand lever.

2. When a passenger is riding with you, they should Wear a motorcycle lap belt. Lean back to balance the motorcycle. Lean as you lean Also have their motorcycle license.

3. Because motorcycles accelerate faster than other vehicles on the road, you must Leave a larger space cushion. Flash your headlights when accelerating. Be careful not to run into the vehicle in front of you Make eye contact with other drivers.

4. When you ride in a group Never ride in groups of more than three. Put the newest riders at the rear. Ride in pairs whenever possible Don't tailgate the rider in front of you.

5. Motorcycles are especially in danger when being passed by large vehicles because Large blasts of wind can affect your control. Large vehicles tend to swerve into your lane. Their drivers are often tired from working long hours. Large vehicles cannot accelerate as fast as motorcycles.

6. Studies have shown that most crashes involved riders who Did not separate braking from swerving or who did not swerve when it was appropriate to do so. Underbraked the front tire and overbraked the rear. Lacked one of the above skills Lacked none of the above skills.

7. The best way to cross unavoidable obstacles on the road is to Cross them at a 45-degree angle. Put your feet down for support. Cross them at a 90-degree angle Walk your motorcycle across them.

8. Which of the following is true about carrying cargo on your motorcycle? Attach the cargo to your gas tank. Fill saddlebags evenly to prevent drifting. Never carry cargo on a motorcycle Use ropes to secure the load.

9. In order for the driver of the vehicle ahead of you to see you easily, the best lane position is Any lane. The center. The left The right.

10. How is maximum straight line braking achieved? Apply only the rear brake. Pull the kill engine switch. Fully apply both brakes Apply only the front brake.

11. You should downshift through the gears when you Are approaching a stop sign. Need more power to accelerate. Need to slow down Need to do any of the above.

12. While gripping the handlebars, your arms should be positioned Anywhere on the handlegrips. So they are slightly bent. With elbows locked With elbows at 90 degrees.

13. When stopping in a curve, what should you do? Lean over as much as possible. Try to get the motorcycle perpendicular to the road. Increase your speed before stopping Grab the rear brake only.

14. If you can't avoid riding on a slippery surface, how should you proceed? Stay relaxed and maintain speed. Walk your motorcycle across it. Ride in the most slippery part of the lane Travel as slowly as possible and let your feet skim the surface.

15. How should you prevent a friend who has been drinking from riding while intoxicated? All of the answers listed. Arrange for an alternative mode of transportation that ensures their safe passage home. Involve them in other activities to help their pace of drinking Use other friends to pressure them into refraining from such action. Do anything you can to keep them there and off their motorcycle.

16. If both braking and swerving are required to avoid hitting an object, in which order should you brake and swerve? Brake while swerving. Swerve while braking. Brake before or after swerving. You can only brake before swerving, never after.

17. Generally, ____ should be avoided. The left lane portion. The left and center lane portions. The center lane portion. The right lane portion.

18. Which of the following surfaces is the most hazardous for a motorcycle to ride on? Rural roads. Newly paved roads. Multi-lane highways. Gravel roads.

19. At night, how can the car ahead of you help you see obstacles? Follow in the path of the other driver. Follow the driver very closely. Watch the driver's movements Watch the taillights to see bumps on the road.

20. If you are struck by a flying object while driving, you should do what? Keep your eyes on the road and your hands on the handlebars. once it is safe to do so, pull off the road and attend to any needed repairs, if necessary. Immediately stop in the middle of the road and assess any damage caused by the object. None of the listed answers Weave in a quick pattern to avoid any future objects that might hit you.

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To operate a motorcycle in Indiana, you must have a motorcycle endorsement on your license. Licenses are issued by the Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV). You can apply for a motorcycle endorsement at age 16½ if you hold a valid Indiana driver's license. You may also apply for a motorcycle learner's permit while working toward your endorsement. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to legally operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle learner's permit, you must apply, submit the required documentation, pass the vision screening and motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To receive a motorcycle endorsement on your license, you must apply, submit your documentation, and pass the vision screening, if it is required. If you currently hold a learner's permit, you must pass the motorcycle skills exam to receive your endorsement. Alternatively, if you successfully complete an approved Ride Safe Indiana motorcycle safety training course, you can receive an endorsement without taking the motorcycle skills exam.

The motorcycle knowledge test is taken at your local BMV. The test contains 25 questions on motorcycle safety and driving skills. You must answer 22 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle skills exam is taken at an approved exam site and assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail a test, you must wait one day to retake it.