SOUTH DAKOTA MOTORCYCLE PERMIT TEST

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To earn your motorcycle license in South Dakota, you must pass both a knowledge test and on-cycle skill test. Knowledge test questions cover the information from the South Dakota Motorcycle Manual. They require that you know and understand driving laws, road rules and safe riding practices. The South Dakota motorcycle test consists of 25 questions, and you'll need at least 19 correct answers to pass.
1. The rear brake is operated by:
the right foot pedal.
the left food pedal.
the right handle.
2. To prevent fatigue while riding:
limit the length of your trip.
do not drink alcohol.
All of the above.
3. When you are being followed by a tailgater, the best thing to do is:
let them pass you.
flash your brake light.
slow down and encourage them to stop.
4. Tinted eye protection:
is mandatory for all motorcyle riders.
should not be worn at night.
is prohibited by law.
5. Passengers should:
Keep their knees against the gas tank.
Sit as far back as possible.
Lean as you lean.
6. In slow tight turns:
lean the motorcycle only and keep your body straight.
increase your speed.
sit as far back as possible.
7. Eye protection:
is only needed if your motorcycle is not equipped with a windshield.
is only needed when riding in bad weather.
should give a clear view to either side.
8. The brake hydraulic fluid and coolant level should be checked:
every month.
once a year.
every week.
9. When it starts to rain, you should ride:
in the tire tracks left by cars.
in the center lane position.
in groups larger than 4 or 5 motorcyclists.
10. Remind your passenger to tighten his or her hold when you:
All the other answers are correct.
are about to start from a stop.
are about to turn sharply.
 
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SD DMV Motorcycle Test

Number of questions: 25
Correct answers to pass:19
Passing score:76%
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