Maine DMV Motorcycle Test

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

2. The best lane position for being seen Changes depending on the situation. Is the right of the lane position. Is the center of the lane position Is the left of the lane position.

3. Which of the following is true of sharing the road with bicyclists? All of the answers listed. Bicyclists may move faster than you expect them to. Bicyclists have a legal right to the road's use just as you Do not use your horn when approaching bicyclists as you could startle them. Bicyclists are supposed to signal intentions with hand signals.

4. All of the following are part of the upshifting process except Gently apply the front brake while adjusting the throttle. Ease out of the clutch and adjust the throttle. Roll off the throttle as you squeeze the clutch Lift the shift lever as far as it will go.

5. If either of your motorcycle tires goes flat while riding, you should Hold handgrips firmly. Change your direction. Increase your speed Apply the brakes quickly.

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

7. The 3 steps of the see strategy are Search, examine, execute. See, evaluate, examine. Search, evaluate, execute See, execute, examine.

8. What is the maximum speed outside any business or residential or built-up area of maine? 25 mph. 30 mph. 55 mph 45 mph. 60 mph.

9. Which of the following is a condition under which headlights must be used? A half-hour after sunset. When using windshield wipers. When driving a motorcycle at any time When visibility is less than 1000 ft. All listed choices are correct.

10. Which of the following is not a component that's checked during state inspection? Door locks. Defroster. Speedometer Rear view mirror. Turn signals.

11. When looking where you want to turn, you should Keep your eyes level with the horizon. Turn your head, not your shoulders, in the direction of the intended turn. Reduce your speed before the turn Do all of the above.

12. How can you stabilize the motorcycle in slow, tight turns? Remain straight while leaning the motorcycle. Accelerate or maintain speed. Lean with the motorcycle Lean forward as much as possible.

13. When riding in a group, which member sets the pace? The group leader. The rider with the least experience. Whoever rides the fastest. The tail end rider.

14. 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.

15. At 50 mph, how many feet does it take to stop? 125 133 188 78

16. Which of the following should be avoided when carrying cargo? Securing cargo with elastic cords. Securing cargo as low as possible. Filling saddlebags evenly. Fastening excess cargo to the sissybar.

17. What does a steady yellow traffic light indicate in maine? Come to a complete stop. None of the answers listed. The traffic signal is about to turn red You may proceed as you please. The traffic signal is about to turn green.

18. Which of the following is important for riding safely on slippery surfaces? Avoiding sudden moves. Maintaining or increasing your speed. Leaning back. Holding in the clutch.

19. The front brake is operated by The left hand lever. The right hand lever. The left foot lever The foot pedal.

20. What are the 4 steps to making a controlled turn? Squeeze, look, press, tilt. Slow, look, press, roll. Search, press, tilt, roll. Slow, search, tilt, roll.

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To operate a motorcycle in Maine, you must have a motorcycle license. Licenses are issued by the Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV). At age 16, you can apply for a license, permit, or endorsement on your current license. However, all applicants under the age of 18 must complete a basic driver's education course before completing the requirements for a motorcycle license. A motorcycle license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle permit, you must apply, submit your required documentation, successfully complete a hands-on rider education program, pass the vision screening and the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To receive a motorcycle license or endorsement on your driver's license, you must complete the permit process, submit your application and documentation, pass the motorcycle road skills test, and pay the fees. If you successfully passed a road skills test as part of your basic rider course, the motorcycle road test may be waived.

The motorcycle exams are taken through your local BMV. The knowledge exam contains 25 questions about motorcycle safety, operation, and road signs. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle road skills test assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail a test, you must check with the BMV to reschedule your next test.