Washington DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When parked along the roadside, you should park With your front tire touching the curb. Parallel to the curb. With your rear tire touching the curb On the curb.

2. Your horn must be able to be heard from ____ feet away. 100 200 400 500

3. Motorcyclists may find it challenging to maintain safe control on surfaces with poor traction such as Mud, snow, and ice. Wet pavement and gravel roads. Steel construction plates, drainage grates and manhole covers. All of the above.

4. A motorcycle rider must maintain a minimum safe following distance of ____ behind the vehicle ahead. Three seconds. One second. Two seconds. 4 seconds.

5. What should you do if your faceplate is damaged from a flying object? All listed answers. Keep your eyes on the road with hands on the handlebars. Stop immediately where you are Sound your horn to show your distress.

6. Because cars merging onto the highway may not see you, you should Move into the center lane position. Pull in the clutch. Flash your brake light Move to a farther lane if possible.

7. What is a 'wobble?' A wobble is a derogatory term for inexperienced riders. A wobble occurs when the front wheel and handlebars suddenly start to shake from side to side at any speed. A wobble is a term to describe a malfunctioning brake None of the listed answers.

8. This sign with a red circle means

The left lane is closed ahead. The right lane is closed ahead. A right turn is not permitted A left turn is not permitted.

9. Which of the following is true about the 90-day instruction permit? Riders with instruction permits are restricted from carrying passengers. Riders with instruction permits are restricted from riding at night. Neither of the above statements is true. Both of the above statements are true.

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

11. What is one cause of skidding while turning? Using the wrong gear. Using the wrong brake. Applying too much brake. Pulling in the clutch too quickly.

12. If a broken yellow line is on your side of the center dash stripe, then You may not cross the line. You may cross the line to pass other vehicles. You may cross the line only if the other side has a broken line None of the above apply.

13. The best clothing for making yourself visible is Leather and tough. Bright and reflective. Dark and durable Colorful and big.

14. Most crashes occur with operators riding under what speed, in mph? 15 20 5 30

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

16. To avoid a head-on collision when you see an oncoming vehicle in your lane, you must Keep your steering wheel straight. Steer right toward the shoulder or curbline. Increase your speed Steer left toward the median.

17. A yield sign indicates that a driver must slow down when approaching an intersection, and ____ if a vehicle or pedestrian with the right-of-way is approaching from another direction. Be prepared to increase their speed. Be prepared to come to a complete stop. Be prepared to make a turn. Be prepared to make a u-turn.

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

19. You are in danger of hitting an object and need to swerve to avoid it. what is the best way to initiate a swerve? Lean sharply in the direction you need to swerve. Lean sharply in the opposite direction from which you need to swerve. Apply a small amount of pressure to the handgrip on the side of your intended direction of escape Apply a small amount of pressure to the handgrip of the opposite side you need to swerve.

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

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About Motorcycle Permit Practice Tests

To operate a motorcycle in Washington, you must have a motorcycle endorsement on your current license or a motorcycle permit. Endorsements and permits are issued by the Department of Licensing (DOL). You can apply for a motorcycle permit or a 2-wheel or 3-wheel motorcycle endorsement at age 16. A motorcycle permit or endorsement allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

You can receive a 2-wheel or 3-wheel motorcycle endorsement either by applying for a motorcycle permit or by completing an approved motorcycle safety course. To receive your permit, you must apply, submit the required documentation, hold a valid Washington driver's license, pass the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To receive your motorcycle endorsement, you must submit the required documentation, pass the riding skills exam, and pay the fees. Applicants who are under 18 must also complete an approved rider course. You can also receive the motorcycle endorsement if you successfully complete an approved motorcycle safety course, submit the required documentation, and pay the fees. If you complete a motorcycle safety course, the DOL tests will be waived.

Tests are scheduled through the DOL. The motorcycle knowledge test contains 25 questions about safe riding practices and road rules. 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.