South Dakota DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When it comes to drivers, eye contact Should be avoided to discourage aggression. Should be made before crossing any intersection. Is not a guarantee that they will yield to you Ensures that they will stop and let you through.

2. A driver entering a traffic circle or rotary must yield the right-of-way to Drivers already in the circle. Neither pedestrians nor drivers already in the circle. Both pedestrians and drivers already in the circle Pedestrians.

3. Which of the following is true about braking? The front brake is controlled by a foot lever. Stop quickly by using both brakes. The rear brake has most of the stopping power The rear brake should only be used to slow down.

4. In which of the following situations should you increase your following distance? When being tailgated. Heavy traffic. Slippery conditions. All of these situations.

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

6. When passing another vehicle You must not exceed the speed limit. Ride in the highest gear. Ride close to the edge of the road Turn on your hazard lights.

7. What are the possible consequences of a riding under the influence conviction? All of the listed answers. Community service like picking up litter. Severe fines Suspension of your license.

8. ____ are designed to allow vehicles to slow down and leave the expressways. Roundabouts. Exit ramps. Turnpikes. Acceleration lanes.

9. Which is not a proper way to deal with merging traffic that doesn't see your bike? Adjust your speed to avoid them. Change lanes if possible. Give them plenty of room Ride on the lane divider.

10. Which of the following may put you in danger while passing parked cars? All listed answers. Car doors opening. Drivers getting out of cars People stepping from between cars.

11. In order to avoid fatigue, you should stop riding at least every ____ hour(s). One. Six. 4 Two.

12. Grabbing the front brake could result in A front wheel lock. Popping a tire. Stopping quickly A rear wheel lock.

13. You should increase your following distance In heavy traffic. On single-lane roads. During the day When it is windy.

14. Which of the following is not an advantage of keeping a group of riders small? Motorists can get around small groups more easily. None of the listed answers. all of the listed answers are advantages. Riders aren't always in a hurry to catch up to the group Small groups can't get separated as easily.

15. You can be charged with driving while under the influence of alcohol if You have consumed at least two beers. Your BAC is 0.08% or above. You have consumed any amount of alcohol You are seen exiting a drinking establishment.

16. During the day, a motorcycle with it's light on is ____ more times noticeable than one without. 1 2 3 4

17. It is important to maintain a space cushion behind the vehicle in front of you When riding through school zones. Unless you are stopped. In periods of heavy traffic At all times.

18. Which of the following is a dangerous surface you may encounter? A railroad track. A wet surface. An uneven surface All listed answers.

19. If you are driving downhill and the downgrade is very steep, you must Shift to a lower gear. Press hard on the gas pedal. Turn on your headlights Remove your seat belt.

20. The best lane position to avoid lane sharing by others is the ____ lane position. Center. Right. Right or center. Left.

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To operate a motorcycle in South Dakota, you must have a motorcycle instruction permit or a motorcycle license. Licenses are issued by the Department of Public Safety (DPS). You can apply for a motorcycle instruction permit at age 14 and a motorcycle license at age 16. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle instruction permit, you must apply, submit the required documentation, pass the vision screening and the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To receive a motorcycle license, you must apply, submit the required documentation, pay the fees, and pass the vision screening, the knowledge exam, and the motorcycle driving test.

Tests are scheduled online or through the DPS. 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 driving test assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail a test, you must wait one day to retake it.