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To earn your motorcycle license in Missouri, you must pass both a knowledge test and an on-cycle skill test. Knowledge test questions are based on information from the Missouri Motorcycle Manual. They require that you know and understand driving laws, road rules and safe riding practices. The Missouri motorcycle test consists of 25 questions. To pass you must correctly answer at least 20 questions (80%).
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The best way to carry cargo on a motorcycle is to:
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keep the load low.
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fasten the
load securely with elastic cords.
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distribute the load evenly.
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All of the above.
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2.
When riding in a group, motorcyclists should:
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ride in a V-formation.
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pair up.
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use a staggered formation.
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ride in a single-file formation.
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3.
The front brake is operated by:
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the left-hand lever.
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the left-foot pedal.
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the right-foot pedal.
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the right-hand lever.
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4.
When preparing to pass a vehicle, you should ride in the _____ lane position.
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right or center
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right
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left
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center
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5.
At night it is harder for you to see
and be seen. To compensate, you should:
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decrease your following distance.
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stay in the same lane position.
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use the taillights of the car ahead.
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use your low beam
whenever you are not following or
meeting a car.
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6.
Which of the following provide(s) the best traction for motorcycles?
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Snow
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Warm pavement
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Wet pavement
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Gravel roads
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7.
To fasten cargo to a motorcycle, use:
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a towing trailer
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rope
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elastic cords
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strips of cloth
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8.
______ helps make your downshifting smoother.
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Applying the front brake
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Applying the rear brake
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Rolling on the throttle
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All the above
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9.
The best formation when riding in a group is:
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the single-file formation.
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the staggered formation.
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the paired-up formation.
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the safe formation.
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10.
The rear brake is operated by:
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the left food pedal.
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the right foot pedal.
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the left handle.
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the right handle.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Teens between 15 and 18 years old must follow the three steps of Missouri's Graduated Driver License Program:
- Instruction permit ? you must be 15 years old.
- Intermediate license ? you must be 16 years old and have held the permit for at least 182 days.
- Full driver license (class F) ? you must be 18 years old.
You can complete the DMV written test at a Missouri State Highway Patrol examination station (no appointment required). After passing the exam, go to a Missouri driver license office to apply and pay for the instruction permit. If you are a minor, your parent/legal guardian must accompany you to the license office.
You must present specific documents when applying for the first time:
- Proof of identity (provide further proof to verify any name change).
- Proof of lawful status.
- Proof of Social Security Number (If you don’t have a SSN, sign the affidavit provided by the license office and present a letter from the Social Security Administration about your situation).
- Proof of Missouri residency.
- Driver examination record to prove that you've passed the vision and the DMV written test. You can request it in person at any Missouri license office or by email at the Driver License Record Center.
You can check the list of acceptable documents here.
The DMV written test in Missouri is offered in various languages, including Chinese, French, German, Greek, Italian, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Vietnamese, Japanese, and Bosnian. Although language options are provided, it is advisable to have a basic understanding of English since road signs are always in English.
To prepare for the DMV written test, read the Missouri Driver's Handbook and take our free practice tests. Topics covered on the exam include road signs, parallel parking, turning, passing a vehicle, yielding the right of way, etc. Once your scores are good, you are ready for the real exam.
The Missouri DMV written test comprises 25 questions and is designed to evaluate your knowledge of general traffic laws in preparation for the road test. You should study the manual carefully to ensure success on your first attempt.
You can make up to 5 mistakes on the Missouri DMV written test. To pass, you need to answer at least 20 questions correctly, achieving an 80% accuracy rate. Take your time to read each question accurately.
For new drivers in Missouri, there are specific restrictions based on their age:
Instruction permit:
- If you are under 16, you may operate only under the supervision of a parent/legal guardian, a driving instructor, or an adult who is 25 or older with a driver's license for at least 3 years. When you turn 16, you may operate if accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old, seated in the front seat.
Intermediate license:
- For the first 6 months, you cannot transport more than one passenger under 19 (unless they are siblings). After this period, you can drive with a maximum of three passengers under 19.
- You cannot drive alone from 1 a.m. to 5 a.m., except for school/job activities or emergencies, unless accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old.
A Missouri instruction permit is valid for 12 months and can be renewed. To renew, provide proof of identity and Missouri residency at any Missouri license office, and pay for a duplicate permit.