Iowa DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. Besides shifting gears to gain speed, when else should you use the gears on a motorcycle? All of the answers listed. Downshifting. Turning Starting on a hill.

2. Pavement is likely to be slippery On multilane roads. Soon after it has started to rain. In rural areas On a windy day.

3. Blind intersections are dangerous because They are not controlled by traffic signs. U-turns are not permitted. Other vehicles will have difficultly seeing you in certain areas. They are high speed intersections.

4. A brake light on a motorcycle is harder to see than on a regular vehicle. what should you do to make your brake light more noticeable to other motorists? Do nothing differently. Flash your brake light. Honk your horn repeatedly Rev your engine loudly. Ride with your hazard lights on.

5. Which brake is most powerful? Front brake. Both front and rear brake are equal. Rear brake. Foot brake.

6. Adjust your side mirrors so you will be able to see Everything to the sides and rear. Only beside your vehicle. Behind you and part of the lane beside you Only behind your vehicle.

7. Which of the following present(s) the greatest danger to the motorcyclist? Overpasses and tunnels. Motorcycle chain problems. Oncoming traffic turning left in front of you. Bicycles on the side of the road.

8. If you are riding in a staggered formation, you should switch to riding in pairs when Motorcycles should never ride in pairs. Turning sharp corners. Approaching intersections Riding at night.

9. Use your horn when You are crossing rail tracks. You think someone may enter your lane without seeing you. You are making a left turn You pull the kill engine switch.

10. How can you increase your safety while riding at night? Decrease your speed. Use your high beam. All these answers are correct. Increase your following distance.

11. Your motorcycle should 'fit' you. what should your feet be able to do? Dangle an inch off of the ground while sitting on your bike. Hang over the footrests. Dangle two inches off of the ground while you sit on your bike Plant firmly on the footrests. Reach the ground while sitting on your bike.

12. Rolling on the throttle should be done in which of the following situations? Preparing to stop. To help stabilize while in a turn. Passing a row of parked cars. Descending a hill.

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

14. The best way to deal with tailgaters is to Speed up to match their speed. Slow down. Allow them to pass you Beep your horn.

15. How can you increase your chances of being seen? Choose the best lane position. Use your headlight. Wear bright clothing All these answers are correct.

16. Wearing a face shield while riding a motorcycle Is not as effective as wearing goggles. Is legally required by all riders. Is only required by riders under the age of 18 Is the best form of face and eye protection.

17. When riding in a group, when should you ride single file? At all times. In rural areas. When entering a highway. On long stretches of road.

18. In order to swerve properly, you must Brake while swerving. Brake before swerving. Brake before or after swerving Brake after swerving.

19. What should you use at all times, even if what you plan to do is obvious? Flash your brake light. Flash your headlight. Use your accelerator Honk your horn. Use your signals.

20. The ____ brake is the most important because it ____. Rear, is the emergency brake. Rear, provides 70% of the stopping power. Front, provides 70% of the stopping power Front, is the emergency brake.

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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.