DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA DMV MOTORCYCLE TEST

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Safe riding requires knowledge and skill. To earn your motorcycle license in District of Columbia, you must pass both a knowledge test and an on-cycle skill test. The knowledge test includes questions on driving laws, rules of the road and safe riding practices, as well as information specific to two-wheeled vehicles. Knowledge test questions are based on information and ideas from the District of Columbia Motorcycle Operator Manual. The test consists of 25 questions, and a passing score consists of at least 20 correct answers (80%).
1. To keep other vehicles from sharing your lane:
sound your horn.
flash your brake light.
ride closer to the center portion of the lane.
change lanes often.
2. If you need to get off the road, make sure:
you are in a designated parking area.
the surface of the roadside is firm enough to ride on.
your rear brake is working.
someone else pulling off at the same place you are.
3. Before changing lanes:
Look over your shoulder.
Check your blind spots.
Check your mirrors.
All of the above.
4. To ride safely on slippery surfaces, you should:
using both brakes.
riding in the right lane position.
always ride in the center lane position.
avoid sudden moves.
5. While riding your motorcycle, you approach a crosswalk that a pedestrian has just entered. What should you do?
Proceed if the pedestrian is not in your lane.
Stop and wait for the pedestrian to cross the road.
Stop inside the crosswalk.
Proceed as long as you will not hit the pedestrian.
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