California DMV Motorcycle Test

Pass the California Motorcycle Permit test the first time with FREE California DMV Practice Tests. Study real motorcycle permit questions from the DMV handbook!.

1. When you see a car on an entrance ramp that is about to merge into your lane, you should Flash your brake light. Change lanes. Come to a complete stop Beep your horn.

2. Accelerating on a curve Should not be done. Is for experienced riders only. Should be done only on small curves Helps stabilize the motorcycle.

3. When should you take your feet off the footrests and skim them along the surface of the road? When riding on metal gratings. When riding on ice. When riding in a parking lot. When crossing railroad tracks.

4. The best way to swerve is to Brake while you are swerving. Press the handlegrip on the side opposite to the direction in which you want to turn. Pull in the clutch and apply the rear brake Avoid braking and press the handlegrip on the side of the direction in which you want to turn.

5. When riding in a group, you should never Pair up. Pass vehicles in front of you. Put a beginner near the front Ride single file.

6. Which brake is most powerful? The rear brake. The foot brake. The front and rear brakes equally. The front brake.

7. Which of the following should not be done at night? Increase your speed. Adjust your lane position when necessary. Use your high beam Increase your following distance.

8. When carrying a passenger, instruct the person to Hold firmly on to your waist, hips, or belt. Put his or her feet on the ground when the motorcycle is stopped. Wear a seat belt Grip the backrest.

9. If a large vehicle such as a truck is passing you on your left, which lane position should you ride in? Right. Center. Left. Any.

10. Distances are harder to judge at night. you should Avoiding riding at night. Increase your following distance. Ride only on rural roads Increase your speed.

11. Which of the following statements about lane splitting are correct? Riding between rows of stopped or moving vehicles in the same lane can leave you vulnerable. The term lane splitting refers to riding between lanes of stopped or slower-moving traffic. Motorcycles and other vehicles each need a full lane width to operate safely All of the above statements are correct.

12. How can you use your clothing to help prevent collisions? Wear extra clothing to get the attention of drivers. Wear bright clothing. Wear protective clothing Your choice of clothing will not help prevent collisions.

13. If you are carrying a package that prevents you from steering with both hands Ride under 30 mph. Ride only in first gear. Do not ride a motorcycle Ride only in residential areas.

14. To stop as quickly as possible, you should Use the rear brake only. Use both brakes at the same time. Use either brake while swerving the motorcycle Use the front brake only.

15. What is the proper way to swerve? Press the handgrip in the direction you want to swerve. Pull the handgrip in the direction you want to swerve. Pull the handgrip in the opposite direction you want to swerve Press the handgrip in the opposite direction you want to swerve.

16. It is dangerous to ride beside a line of parked cars because It decreases visibility. Someone may open his or her door into your path. You may collide with a car Traction is poor beside parked cars.

17. In proper riding posture Your feet are resting firmly on the footrests. Your knees are against the gas tank. Your arms are slightly bent All of the above are true.

18. The most likely place for a collision is On a curve. At an intersection. On a hill On a one-way road.

19. While stopped at a traffic light, if you believe that your motorcycle has not triggered the light sensor, when can you proceed? After waiting for one hour. At any time. After waiting two light cycles and when it is safe to do so. All of the above.

20. To have a passenger on your motorcycle, you must have Footrests for the passenger. Side saddlebags. A windshield High-quality shocks.

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To operate a motorcycle in California, you must have a Class M license. Licenses are issued through the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The state offers a motorcycle instruction permit and two license levels. An M1 license includes any type of motorcycle, and an M2 license is specifically for motorbikes, mopeds, or scooters. You must be at least 15 ½ to apply for a Class M1 or M2 permit. At age 16, you can apply for an M1 or M2 license if you have held a permit for at least 6 months.

To receive a Class M1 or M2 permit or license, you must submit your documentation, pass the vision screening, pass the driver and motorcycle knowledge tests, complete a Form DL44 application, and pay the fees. Anyone under the age of 21 must also complete the California Highway Patrol California Motorcyclist Safety Program (CHP CMSP) and submit the certification. Applicants who are over 21 are encouraged to take the CHP CMSP course as well, and the motorcycle skills test is waived for those who complete the course.

Tests are scheduled through your local DMV. The written exam contains 25 questions about signaling, crossing, changing lanes and other safe driving practices. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle skills test examines how well you handle and operate your motorcycle. If you fail a test, you must wait one day to retake it.