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Safe riding requires knowledge and skill. To earn your Alabama motorcycle license, you must pass both a knowledge test and on-cycle skills test. Knowledge test questions are based on information from the AL DMV Motorcycle Operator Manual. They require that you know and understand road rules and safe riding practices. The written knowledge test consists of 30 questions. To pass you must correctly answer at least 24 questions (80%).
1. If the front tire goes flat while riding:
apply the front brake firmly.
gradually apply the rear brake.
apply both brakes at the same time.
2. When being passed by another vehicle, avoid being hit by:
extended side mirrors.
blasts of wind.
All of the above.
3. When it starts to rain, you should ride:
in groups larger than 4 or 5 motorcyclists.
in the tire tracks left by cars.
in the center lane position.
4. Which of the following is true about carrying cargo on your motorcycle?
Fill saddlebags evenly to prevent drifting.
Attach the cargo to your gas tank.
Never carry cargo on a motorcycle.
5. Your lane position should:
increase your ability to see and be seen.
protect your lane from other drivers.
All of the above.
6. To operate safely, motorcycles need:
A quarter of a lane
A third of a lane
A full lane
7. The best way to stop is to:
apply the rear brake quickly.
apply both brakes firmly.
operate the engine cut-off switch.
8. You should start your motorcycle in:
first gear.
second gear.
neutral.
9. To carry cargo on your motorcycle using saddlebags:
make sure both saddlebags are full.
Load saddlebags with about the same weight.
None of the above.
10. To safely carry a passenger on your motorcycle, you must have:
an approved passenger license.
sun protection.
passenger seat and footrests.
 
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AL Motorcycle Test

Number of questions: 30
Correct answers to pass:24
Passing score:80%
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