NEW MEXICO DMV MOTORCYCLE 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%).
1. Before taking a trip with your motorcycle, it is important to check:
the fluids.
the chassis.
the lights.
All of the above.
2. When riding over rain grooves or bridge gratings that cause the motorcycle to weave, you should:
pull in the clutch.
relax, maintain a steady speed and ride straight across.
roll on the throttle.
apply the rear brake.
3. Which of the following provide(s) the best traction for motorcycles?
Gravel roads
Snow
Warm pavement
Wet pavement
4. Which of the following is required in order to have a passenger on your motorcycle?
Side saddlebags for cargo
A windshield
Specialized shocks
Footrests for the passenger
5. You should use both brakes at the same time:
every time you slow or stop.
in emergencies only.
None of the other answers is correct.
when riding on hills.
6. A safe following distance means leaving a space cushion of at least ______ second(s) behind the vehicle in front of you.
3
2
1
4
7. If you have to ride over an obstacle, you should:
increase your speed.
rise slightly off the seat.
approach it at a 30-degree angle.
lean the motorcycle only and keep your body straight.
8. You should adjust your mirrors:
after you have started riding.
before getting on the motorcycle.
before starting the motorcycle.
after starting the motorcycle.
9. Wear ___________ clothing to increase your chances of being seen.
comfortable
brightly-colored or reflective
leather
colorful
10. Riders in a staggered formation should move into a single-file formation when:
riding at night.
riding curves.
riding in the left position.
All the other answers are correct.
 
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NM Motorcycle Test

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