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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%).
1. Handlebars should be adjusted so:
your hands are above your elbows.
your hands are even with or below your elbows.
you can lock the rear brake more easily.
you can keep your arms straight.
2. If you accidentally lock the rear brake on a good traction surface:
immediately operate the engine cut-off switch.
release the rear brake and apply the front brake firmly.
keep it locked until you have stopped.
check the throttle cable.
3. If the rear tire goes flat while riding:
gradually apply the front brake.
apply both brakes at the same time.
apply the rear brake firmly.
apply the rear brake first.
4. The pavement is particularly slippery:
in the tire tracks left by cars.
in rural areas.
after it starts to rain.
in construction zones.
5. The front brake is operated by ________________ .
the right foot pedal
the left hand lever
the left foot pedal
the right hand lever
6. You should check your motorcycle tires:
every time you ride.
every three months.
once a month.
weekly.
7. ______ helps you absorb shock when riding over obstacles.
Rising slightly off the seat
Pulling in the clutch
Using a higher gear
Rolling on the throttle
8. Each marked lane gives a motorcyclist _______ possible paths of travel.
Two
Four
Three
One
9. What is a benefit of riding in the center lane position?
It helps you maintain a constant speed.
Your space cushion is maximized.
It prevents others from sharing your lane.
It allows you to go faster.
10. When traveling behind a car, ride ______, where the driver is most likely to see you.
in the right part of the lane
in the left part of the lane
in the center portion of the lane
in the driver's blind spot
 
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MO DMV Motorcycle Test

Number of questions: 25
Correct answers to pass:20
Passing score:80%
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