TENNESSEE DMV MOTORCYCLE PERMIT TEST

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To earn your motorcycle license in Tennessee, you must pass a knowledge test and on-cycle skill test. Knowledge test questions cover the information from the Tennessee Motorcycle Manual. They require that you know and understand road rules and safe riding practices. The Tennessee motorcycle test consists of 30 multiple choice questions, and a passing score is 24 or higher.
1. Where are the clutch and brake lever found on your motorcycle?
Both the clutch and the brake lever are on the right.
Both the clutch and the brake lever are on the left.
The clutch is on the left and the brake lever is on the right.
2. If the front tire goes flat while riding:
gradually apply the rear brake.
apply both brakes at the same time.
apply the front brake firmly.
3. If a car on an entrance ramp is going to merge into your lane, you should:
ride next to the car.
change to another lane if one is open.
increase your speed and pass the car.
4. Which of the following provide(s) the best traction for motorcycles?
Gravel roads
Warm pavement
Snow
5. You can ride a motorcycle between lanes of traffic:
only at speeds no more than 35 miles-per-hour faster than the vehicles you are passing.
Never.
only during designated peak traffic hours.
6. What is the best lane position for being seen?
The center of the lane
It depends on the situation
The left portion of the lane
7. When you ride with other motorcyclists, you should:
keep the group small.
check your mirrors frequently.
All of the above.
8. When is a car driver most likely to share your lane?
When you are in the center lane position.
When the driver thinks you are a beginner motorcyclist.
When the driver wants to pass you.
9. When riding with a group of motorcyclists, a staggered formation:
should be used when riding on curves.
is recommended at all times.
should not be used when entering or exiting a highway.
10. When the engine “locks”, it is usually:
low on oil.
out of balance.
broken.
 
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TN Motorcycle Test

Number of questions: 30
Correct answers to pass:24
Passing score:80%
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