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To get an unrestricted motorcycle endorsement in Oregon, you must take a vision test and the DMV motorcycle knowledge test. You must also have a valid (or expired less than one year) motorcycle instruction permit or present a Team Oregon Basic Rider Training course completion card. The OR DMV knowledge test is based on the information in the Oregon Motorcycle Manual manual and the questions are multiple choice. The Oregon motorcycle test consists of 25 questions, and you'll need at least 20 correct answers to pass (80%). If you have a valid motorcycle endorsement from another state, you are not required to take the motorcycle knowledge or skills tests.
1. As you prepare for your ride, tell your passenger to:
keep both feet on the pegs, even when stopped.
stay directly behind you leaning as you lean
hold firmly to your waist, hips, or belt
All the other answers are correct.
2. When someone follows too closely, you should:
change lanes and let them pass.
pull over and stop.
sound your horn.
flash your brake lights.
3. Which of the following should be checked before each ride?
Tires
Brakes
Clutch and throttle
All of the above.
4. Wet pavement provides poor traction:
particularly just after it starts to rain.
especially in the tire tracks left by cars.
at night.
after long periods of rain.
5. You should check your tires:
once a week.
every time you ride your motorcycle.
once a year.
once a month.
6. Wear ___________ clothing to increase your chances of being seen.
leather
comfortable
colorful
brightly-colored or reflective
7. When riding in traffic, motoryclists must not share the same lane with other vehicles because:
motorcycles need a full lane to operate safely.
cars are faster than motorcycles.
dirt and gravel collect along the sides of the road.
most roads are too narrow.
8. When making a turn, it is best to change gears ___________ the turn.
before, during, or after
after
while in
before you enter
9. Which of the following is an hazardous place for motorcycles?
Intersections.
Freeways.
School zones.
Rural roads.
10. If the front tire goes flat while riding:
make sure the tire pressure, shock spring preload and dampers are at the recommended settings for the weight.
avoid using the rear brake.
twist the throttle back and forth several times.
hold the handlegrips firmly, ease off the throttle, and keep a straight course.
 
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OR DMV Motorcycle Test

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