DMV Permit Test 2 - Iowa Motorcycle

1 . A motorcycle needs:

Less frequent attention than a car. More frequent attention than a car. To have pre-ride checks performed only by a mechanic. To be serviced only at a dealer. Click Here Full Cheat Sheet

2 . How many alcoholic drinks need to be consumed before a rider may begin to feel the effects?

One Three to four Six More than eight Take a FREE Practice Test Now

3 . How does the stopping distance for motorcycles compare to the stopping distance for cars?

Cars need much longer to stop. Cars need a little longer to stop. Motorcycles need longer to stop. Both motorcycles and cars take about the same amount of time to stop. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

4 . Scan the road ______ ahead of your motorcycle.

12 seconds 10 seconds Five seconds Three seconds Take a FREE Practice Test Now

5 . If your front tire locks while braking, you should:

Keep the brake engaged until you come to a full stop. Release both brakes and coast to a stop. Release the brake lever and use only the rear brake. Release the brake lever until the tire regains traction. Click Here Full Cheat Sheet

6 . When your mirrors are properly adjusted, you should see:

The lane behind you and the lane next to you. Only behind your motorcycle. Only next to your motorcycle. The front of your helmet. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

7 . To lessen your chances of being involved in an accident, you should:

Ride within a foot of the vehicle in front of you. Wear dark clothing. Signal only when you feel like it. Stay alert and be prepared to act to avoid a crash. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

8 . When riding a three-wheeled motorcycle, a rider should:

Be aware of the vehicle's tip-over lines. Place weight outside of the tip-over lines. Ride on two wheels whenever possible. Ride on one wheel whenever possible. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

9 . When entering a curve, a group should:

Ride in a single-file formation. Ride in a staggered formation. Ride in pairs. Ride on the shoulder. Click Here Full Cheat Sheet

10 . This sign means:

Railroad crossing. One-way traffic. Limited parking. Playground ahead. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

11 . This sign means:

Slow down if an emergency vehicle is approaching. Look both ways as you cross the intersection. Always come to a full stop at the intersection. Slow down and be prepared to stop if necessary. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

12 . 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. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

13 . When you are being passed from behind, you should:

Ride in the center portion of the lane. Ride in the left portion of the lane. Ride in the right portion of the lane. Ride in any portion of the lane. Click Here Full Cheat Sheet

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14 . Why should you use both the front and rear brakes every time you slow or stop?

Using only one brake will cause the brakes to wear unevenly. It develops good braking habits for emergency situations. Using both brakes is the only way to slow down a motorcycle. The brakes only work when both are applied. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

15 . To ride safely on slippery surfaces, you should:

Reduce your speed. Speed up. Make sudden moves. Use only the front brake. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

16 . Riders who do not wear helmets while riding are ________ to die in a crash than riders who do wear helmets.

Half as likely Twice as likely Three times as likely Just as likely Take a FREE Practice Test Now

17 . When carrying a passenger, you should:

Sit farther forward than you usually do. Sit farther back than you usually do. Sit in your usual comfortable position. Sit anywhere. Click Here Full Cheat Sheet

18 . To prevent fatigue when riding on long trips, you should:

Take frequent breaks. Limit your distance. Dress for the elements. All of the above. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

19 . When preparing to pass another vehicle on the left, you should ride in:

The left side of the lane. The center of the lane. The right side of the lane. Either the right or center portions of the lane. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

20 . To help other drivers see you, you should wear:

Darkly-colored clothes. Brightly-colored clothes. Lights. A black jacket. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

21 . At a minimum, how often should a motorcycle's hydraulic fluid be checked?

Once a day Once a week Once a year Before every ride Click Here Full Cheat Sheet

22 . Your lane position should:

Avoid other road users' blind spots. Provide a good view of the shoulder. Provide a poor view of road hazards. Invite others to share your lane. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

23 . It is recommended that a motorcyclist:

Shift gears in a turn. Shift gears before a turn. Change power suddenly in a turn. Ride the brake throughout the turn. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

24 . When turning left on a motorcycle with a sidecar, you should:

Speed up before beginning the turn. Slow down before beginning the turn. Cut the turn short. Come to a full stop before beginning the turn. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

25 . When exiting a highway while riding in a group, which riding formation should be used?

Staggered Single-file Paired up Riding three across a lane Click Here Full Cheat Sheet