Indiana DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. Why is it important to cross railroad tracks at an angle of at least 45 degrees? At a lesser angle, you may catch your tires. It gives you the best view of oncoming trains. A larger angle would be unsafe It allows you to cross tracks quickly.

2. The best way to protect your eyes is with A three-quarter helmet. A face shield. Eyeglasses A windshield.

3. While riding a motorcycle, you should position your feet Firmly on the foot pegs. All these answers are correct. Hovering just above the ground With your toes pointed downward.

4. When making a normal turn, should the motorcycle rider lean? Yes, the rider should lean in the opposite direction. Yes, the rider should lean with the motorcycle. No, the rider should not lean Yes, the rider should lean forward.

5. While riding your motorcycle, you approach a crosswalk that a pedestrian has just entered. what should you do? Stop inside the crosswalk. Proceed if the pedestrian is not in your lane. Proceed as long as you will not hit the pedestrian Stop and wait for the pedestrian to cross the road.

6. When parking against a curb, you should park However you feel comfortable. At an angle. Parallel to the parked cars. On a sidewalk.

7. It can be dangerous to ride alongside cars because You may be riding in their blind spots. Your visibility may be reduced. You may be distracted by what is happening inside the vehicles Operating your motorcycle may become more difficult.

8. The safest way to use saddlebags is to Distribute the weight evenly between them. Not carry a passenger at the same time. Use only one at a time Make sure all of them are full.

9. A motorcycle is less visible than a car because it Drives faster than a car. Has a smaller profile. Has a quieter engine Does not have as many lights.

10. To ensure your motorcycle won't be the cause of any troubles on the road, you should do what? All of the listed answers. Be sure to read the owner's manual. Check the motorcycle before you ride Familiarize yourself with how the motorcycle controls. Pick a motorcycle appropriate for yourself.

11. Which of the following surfaces is the most hazardous for a motorcycle to ride on? Rural roads. Newly paved roads. Multi-lane highways. Gravel roads.

12. When should you only use the front brakes? At all times. On surfaces with low traction. When stopping quickly. If the back tire is flat.

13. When you park, which wheel should be touching the curb? Both wheels. The rear. Neither wheel. The front.

14. Most riders are riding slower than ____ mph when a crash occurs. 10 15 30 45

15. It is important to check your mirrors when You are about to change lanes. Stopped at an intersection. You are about to slow down All of the above.

16. The turning diameter of a 3 wheel motorcycle must be less than ____ degrees. 25 40 60 90

17. Another driver is most likely to try and share a lane with you In heavy traffic. When they want to pass you. When preparing to turn at an intersection When doing any of the above.

18. The road ahead looks slippery. what should you do? Stop and turn around. Slow down before reaching the slippery section. Use your rear brake only Stop your motorcycle and walk it across the slippery section.

19. In hot weather, what type of clothing should you wear while riding your motorcycle? Whatever feels most comfortable. Denim shorts and a leather jacket. Sturdy clothing that covers your arms and legs completely. Long pants and a t-shirt.

20. When you need to cross rail tracks that are parallel to you, how should you cross them? At an angle of at least 45 degrees. Never cross rail tracks parallel to your lane. At an angle of exactly 90 degrees. Edge across the tracks.

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To operate a motorcycle in Indiana, you must have a motorcycle endorsement on your license. Licenses are issued by the Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV). You can apply for a motorcycle endorsement at age 16½ if you hold a valid Indiana driver's license. You may also apply for a motorcycle learner's permit while working toward your endorsement. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to legally operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle learner's permit, you must apply, submit the required documentation, pass the vision screening and motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To receive a motorcycle endorsement on your license, you must apply, submit your documentation, and pass the vision screening, if it is required. If you currently hold a learner's permit, you must pass the motorcycle skills exam to receive your endorsement. Alternatively, if you successfully complete an approved Ride Safe Indiana motorcycle safety training course, you can receive an endorsement without taking the motorcycle skills exam.

The motorcycle knowledge test is taken at your local BMV. The test contains 25 questions on motorcycle safety and driving skills. You must answer 22 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle skills exam is taken at an approved exam site and assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail a test, you must wait one day to retake it.