VIRGINIA DMV MOTORCYCLE TEST

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To earn your motorcycle license in Virginia, you must pass a knowledge test and on-cycle skill test. You should study the Virginia Motorcycle Manual along with the Virginia Driver's Manual before taking the knowledge and skills tests required to obtain a motorcycle endorsement. Knowledge test questions require that you know and understand driving laws, road rules and safe riding practices. The Virginia motorcycle test consists of 25 questions, and you'll need to score at least 20 to pass.
1. If the rear tire goes flat while riding:
apply the rear brake firmly.
apply both brakes at the same time.
gradually apply the front brake.
2. You motorcycle will lurch:
if you are not riding slowly enough when you shift into a lower gear.
when you squeeze the front brake smoothly.
if you roll off the throttle as you squeeze the clutch lever.
3. When you are being passed from behind, which lane position should you ride in?
Any
Center
Left
4. When you ride with other motorcyclists, you should:
check your mirrors frequently.
keep the group small.
All of the above.
5. Your motorcycle side mirrors should be adjusted:
at the first stop after you start driving.
The mirrors are not adjustable.
before you start driving.
6. When someone follows too closely, you should:
flash your brake lights.
sound your horn.
change lanes and let them pass.
7. When making turns, ______ before entering the turn.
avoid changing gears
change gears
lean with the motorcycle
8. When should motorcycles share lanes with cars?
Never.
When riding in a staggered formation.
In school zones.
9. Before riding a motorcycle, it's important to check:
lights.
controls.
All of the above.
10. When preparing to pass a vehicle, you should ride in the _____ lane position.
right
center
left
 
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VA Motorcycle Permit Test

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