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To earn your motorcycle license in Iowa, you must pass a knowledge test and an on-cycle skill test. Knowledge test questions are based on the contest of the Iowa Motorcycle Manual, and require that you know road rules and safe riding practices. The knowledge exam consists of 25 questions, and you'll need 20 correct answers to pass (80%).
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You ride safely on slippery surfaces by:
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maintaining or increasing your speed.
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leaning back.
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holding in the clutch.
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avoiding sudden moves.
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Before riding a motorcycle, it's important to check:
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lights.
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tires and wheels.
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chassis.
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All of the above.
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3.
To avoid fatigue:
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apply both brakes at the same time.
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drink a lot of coffee.
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do not ride at night.
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take frequent rest breaks.
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4.
To help with your balance as you turn the motorcycle:
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keep your knees against the gas tank.
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drag the rear brake.
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slow down before through turn.
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shift down through the gears
with the clutch.
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5.
If the front wheel locks:
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keep it locked.
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grab at the front brake.
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roll on the throttle.
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release the front brake immediately, then reapply it.
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