Kentucky Motorcycle Driving Permit Test-16 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers - MCQGeeks.com

Q.1

When you are stopped, you:

Should remain in first gear.
Should remain in neutral.
Should remain in fifth gear.
Can remain in any gear.

Q.2

Which type of sign is yellow with black lettering or symbols?

Warning
Service
Regulatory
Speed limit

Q.3

When slowing or stopping, you should use both brakes:

Only if the pavement is wet.
Infrequently.
Only when riding in the city.
Every time.

Q.4

Which of the following is true?

The front and rear brakes provide equal braking power.
The front brake provides more braking power than the rear brake.
The rear brake provides more braking power than the front brake.
Only the front brake should be used when braking.

Q.5

The best source of information for your motorcycle is:

The owner’s manual.
A general book about motorcycles.
Someone who has a different type of motorcycle.
A television show about motorcycle riding.

Q.6

When riding at night, a motorcyclist should maintain a minimum following distance of:

Two seconds.
Three seconds.
Four seconds.
Five seconds.

Q.7

The center portion of a lane:

Is always the best part of the lane for a motorcycle.
Often contains oil and grease, but is usually safe for riding.
Often contains oil and grease, and is never safe for riding.
Is the smoothest part of the lane.

Q.8

If carrying a load in a sidecar, the motorcycle's stopping distance:

May be increased.
May be decreased.
Is not a concern.
Will be similar to the stopping distance of a two-wheeled motorcycle.

Q.9

When being passed, do not move into the portion of the lane farthest from the passing vehicle because:

The passing vehicle may re-enter your lane too early.
You may prevent another vehicle from passing you.
The portion of the lane nearest the passing vehicle is better.
You are more likely to experience a wind blast from the passing vehicle on the far side of the lane.

Q.10

In general, riders should:

Pick one lane position and always use it.
Change lane positions frequently to prevent monotony.
Choose a lane position that maximizes their space cushion.
Never use the center lane position.

Q.11

When riding a motorcycle, a jacket should be worn:

No matter the weather conditions.
Only on cool days.
Only on warm days.
Only if the ride will be longer than half an hour.

Q.12

When is it important for a rider to use their mirrors?

When slowing down or stopping suddenly
When stopped at an intersection
When changing lanes
All of the above.

Q.13

Impairment from drinking alcohol occurs:

Well below the legal limit.
Once reaching the legal limit.
Just above the legal limit.
Well above the legal limit.

Q.14

The center portion of a lane usually contains an oily strip. This part of the lane is:

Never safe for motorcyclists.
Usually safe, unless the road is wet.
Usually safe, unless it is sunny outside.
Always safe, no matter the weather conditions.

Q.15

A DOT-compliant helmet has all of the following, except:

An impact-resistant outer shell.
An impact-absorbing inner liner.
A chinstrap retention system.
Bright colors painted on the outside.

Q.16

To be effective, an eye or face shield must:

Fasten securely.
Prevent air from passing through.
Not allow for eyeglasses to fit underneath.
Restrict your vision to the sides.

Q.17

What can you do to increase your chances of being seen at an intersection?

Ride while using your headlight.
Swerve within your lane to draw attention to your motorcycle.
Raise your arms.
Avoid using your brakes.

Q.18

Motorcyclists riding in a group should avoid pairing up because:

A merging driver may not see both riders.
Reflections from both helmets may make it difficult for the riders to see.
Riding in pairs does not allow riders the necessary space to maneuver.
It is too difficult for riders on the left side of a pairing to exit a highway.

Q.19

If you find yourself riding alongside another vehicle, you should:

Speed up or slow down.
Wave at the other driver.
Stay alongside the vehicle until the next exit and then exit.
Let the other driver worry about it.

Q.20

When riding near stopped or slow-moving cars, a motorcyclist should:

Pull over and wait until traffic begins to move.
Ride on the shoulder to get through the area as quickly as possible.
Weave between the cars to get through the area as quickly as possible.
Not weave between the cars.

Q.21

When you park a motorcycle next to a curb, it should be:

Parked at a 90-degree angle with the rear wheel touching the curb.
Parked at a 45-degree angle with the front tire touching the curb.
Parked like a car, with the front and rear wheels the same distance from the curb.
Parked at the left edge of the parking space so approaching drivers can more easily see the motorcycle.

Q.22

How can an applicant be exempted from the motorcycle skills test?

By taking an approved rider training course
By scoring 95 percent or better on the written test
By not having any moving violations on their driving record
By applying in certain counties

Q.23

It is best to not ride directly alongside another vehicle because:

You may be riding in its blind spot.
It is distracting to have a vehicle next to you.
Other drivers may want to use the lane.
It would be difficult to see what is happening behind you.

Q.24

When riding, you should:

Turn your head and shoulders to look through turns.
Keep your arms straight.
Keep your knees away from the gas tank.
Turn just your head and eyes to look where you are going.

Q.25

When stopped behind another vehicle, you should:

Get as close as possible to the vehicle.
Maintain a space cushion between your motorcycle and the other vehicle.
Not use your rearview mirrors to monitor traffic behind you.
Look for opportunities to squeeze through the stopped traffic.

Q.26

To get the best possible protection, wear a helmet that:

Fits snugly.
Is well-worn and broken in.
Is pretty loose.
Does not have a chinstrap.

Q.27

When riding behind a car, you should:

Ride in a position that will allow the other driver to see you in their rearview mirror.
Assume the driver sees you.
Ride in the far left portion of the lane.
Ride in the far right portion of the lane.

Q.28

To be effective, a face shield should not:

Be free of scratches.
Allow clear views to both sides.
Be airtight.
Fasten securely.

Q.29

When turning left, you should:

Press the right handgrip.
Press the left handgrip.
Press both handgrips at the same time.
Not press either handgrip.

Q.30

Riding alongside a car:

Is encouraged.
Can place you in a blind spot.
Is not an issue unless the roadway is wet.
Can make driving easier for the other motorist.

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