WEST VIRGINIA DMV MOTORCYCLE PRACTICE TEST

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Operating a motorcycle safely in traffic requires special skills and knowledge. To earn your license in West Virginia, you must pass a knowledge test and an on-cycle skill test. Knowledge test questions are based on the information from the West Virginia Motorcycle Manual. They require that you know and understand road rules and safe riding practices. The motorcycle test consists of 25 multiple choice questions. To pass you need a score of 19 or higher.
1. The three steps of the SEE strategy are:
Signal, Execute, Evaluate.
Search, Evaluate, Execute.
See, Execute, Examine.
Search, Examine, Execute.
2. Always use _____________ to stop.
the rear brake only
swerving
the front brake only
both brakes at the same time
3. To turn your motorcycle, press on the handgrip in the direction of the turn and:
pull in the clutch.
keep your body straight.
look straight ahead.
lean in the same direction.
4. When scanning the road, you should be looking for:
escape routes.
road hazards.
traffic conditions.
All of the above.
5. Which of the following is the most likely place for a collision?
An intersection
A hill
A one-way road
A curve
6. At a minimum, your street-legal motorcycle should have:
Headlight, taillight and brakelight.
Turn signals and two mirrors.
Front and rear brakes, horn.
All of the above.
7. Which brake control should you use when you need to stop?
The rear brake
The emergency brake
The front brake
Both front and rear brake
8. If you must stop quickly while turning or riding a curve:
increase your speed and then brake.
relax and maintain a steady speed.
rise slightly off the seat.
straighten the motorcycle first and then brake.
9. When riding, motorcyclists can increase their safety by:
adjusting their speed.
using their horn and signals when appropriate.
adjusting their lane position.
All of the above.
10. When passing a truck, it is important to:
always sound your horn when riding alongside the vehicle.
All the other answers are correct.
avoid slowing down suddenly when you merge back in front of the vehicle.
flash your headlight.
 
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Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Graduated Driver’s License program in West Virginia, you must be at least 15 years old to apply for an instruction permit. To obtain an intermediate license, you must be at least 16 years old and have held the permit for 6 months. At 17 years old, you become eligible for a class E license.
You have two options:
  • You can take the test at a West Virginia DMV office by scheduling an appointment online and selecting a date and time.
  • You can opt for the online test using a laptop equipped with a webcam. If you are under 18, you must be supervised by an adult over 18. Upon passing the test, you will receive a completion certificate valid for six months. To obtain your permit, you must bring it to a DMV office with the other required documents.

As a first-time applicant in West Virginia, you are required to bring the following documents:
  • Proof of identity (if you have changed your legal name, provide documents to certify it).
  • Proof of Social Security number.
  • Two proofs of West Virginia residency.
  • School Driver Eligibility Certificate (for minors).
Additionally, the DMV will provide you with the application, which must be signed by a parent or guardian if you are under 18.

The online DMV written test is available in English and Spanish (audio versions are also provided). If needed, you can request assistance from a sign language interpreter or translator.

The best way to prepare for the DMV written test is by reading the West Virginia Driver’s Handbook, which contains information about road signs, parallel parking, turning, passing a vehicle, yielding the right of way, etc. After studying the manual, test your preparation with our free practice tests!

The West Virginia DMV written test comprises 25 questions, and you have 50 minutes to complete it. It is designed to evaluate your knowledge of general road rules, safe driving practices, and road signs. You should study the manual carefully to ensure your success on the first attempt.

To pass the West Virginia DMV written test, you are allowed up to 6 wrong answers. Keep in mind that there's a time limit, and any unanswered questions within that time frame will count as incorrect.
Restrictions for an instruction permit holder:
- A licensed driver aged 21 or over must be present in the front seat when driving.
- Driving is permitted only between 5:00 am and 10:00 pm.
- Only two non-family member passengers are allowed.
- Cell phone usage is prohibited.

Restrictions for an intermediate license holder:
- Driving without a supervising adult is allowed between 5:00 am and 10:00 pm. Between 10:00 pm and 5:00 am, you cannot drive unless accompanied by a supervising adult or for specific reasons like employment, school, religious activities, or emergencies.
- During the first six months, no passengers under the age of 20 are allowed, except for siblings. During the second six months, only one non-family member passenger under 20 is permitted.
- Cell phone usage is prohibited.

After obtaining a driver license, these restrictions still apply:
- All occupants must wear seat belts.
- You cannot drive after consuming any amount of alcohol until you are 21 (zero alcohol tolerance).

For minor applicants, the permit expires on their 18th birthday, with an additional 30-day grace period beyond this date. For individuals over 18, the instruction permit is valid for a period of 180 days. If it expires, the DMV test must be retaken. In both cases, this permit is not renewable.

If you fail your DMV written test in West Virginia, you can retake it after a waiting period of 7 days. A retest fee is required. If you have failed your exam and need some extra help to improve your preparation, sign up for DMV Premium!

WV DMV Motorcycle Test

Number of questions: 25
Correct answers to pass:19
Passing score:76%
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