NEW MEXICO DMV MOTORCYCLE PRACTICE TEST
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To earn your motorcycle license in New Mexico, you must pass a knowledge test and an on-cycle skills test. Knowledge test questions are based on information from the New Mexico Motorcycle Operator Manual. They require that you know and understand road rules and safe riding practices. The New Mexico motorcycle test consists of 25 questions. To pass you must correctly answer at least 20 questions (80%).
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1.
You should adjust your side mirrors:
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while riding your motorcycle.
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before starting your motorcycle.
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at a designated service center.
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before mounting your motorcycle.
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2.
What is a benefit of riding in the center lane position?
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It allows you to go faster.
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Your space cushion is maximized.
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It prevents others from sharing your lane.
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It helps you maintain a constant speed.
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3.
The right foot pedal controls:
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the throttle.
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the clutch.
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the rear brake.
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the front brake.
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4.
If the front tire goes flat while
riding:
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avoid using the rear brake.
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twist the throttle back and forth
several times.
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make sure the tire pressure, shock
spring preload and
dampers are at the recommended
settings for the weight.
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hold the handlegrips firmly,
ease off the throttle, and keep
a straight course.
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5.
The gearshift lever is located:
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by the left handgrip.
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in front of the right footrest.
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by the right handgrip.
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in front
of the left footrest.
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6.
Motorcycle riders should maintain an adequate space cushion when following other vehicles:
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in construction zones.
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in school zones.
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at all times.
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in heavy traffic.
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7.
You should downshift through the gears when you:
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are approaching a stop sign.
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need to slow down.
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need more power to accelerate.
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All of the above.
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8.
What lane position should you ride in when you are being passed from behind?
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Left or right
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Center
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Center or left
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Left
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9.
______________ before you slow down to help others notice you.
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Rise slightly off the seat with your weight on the foot pegs
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Use your horn
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Flash your brake light
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Use your high beam.
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10.
At intersections, motorcycle riders must especially watch for:
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tailgaters.
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rows of parked vehicles.
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cars crossing their path.
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blue traffic signs.
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NM DMV Motorcycle Test
| Number of questions: | 25 |
| Correct answers to pass: | 20 |
| Passing score: | 80% |
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