Kansas Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 3
20 questions written from the Kansas Motorcycle Handbook, with an explanation and page citation for every answer.
Under Kansas law, what do you need to drive an autocycle (a three-wheel motorcycle with a steering wheel and non-straddle seating)?
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Under Kansas law, what do you need to drive an autocycle (a three-wheel motorcycle with a steering wheel and non-straddle seating)?
- A A full class M motorcycle license with no restrictions
- B No motorcycle license; one is not required
- C A class M license with a W restriction
- D A moped license
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B. No motorcycle license; one is not required
Kansas defines an autocycle as a three-wheel motorcycle with a steering wheel and seating you do not straddle. The manual notes it does not require a motorcycle license. Riders of other three-wheelers still need a class M license.
When should your passenger get on the motorcycle?
- A Only after you have started the engine
- B Before you start the engine, so the bike is steady
- C Whenever they are ready, as long as you hold the brake
- D While you are still walking the bike out of the parking space
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A. Only after you have started the engine
Give every passenger complete instructions before you start, even if they ride themselves. Tell them to get on only after you have started the engine, sit as far forward as possible without crowding you, hold firmly, and keep both feet on the footrests.
What causes more than half of motorcycle/car crashes?
- A Motorcycle mechanical failures
- B Riders following too closely
- C Motorcyclists speeding on highways
- D Drivers entering the rider's right-of-way
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D. Drivers entering the rider's right-of-way
Intersections hold the greatest potential for conflict. Over one-half of motorcycle/car crashes are caused by drivers entering a rider's right-of-way, especially cars turning left in front of you and cars pulling out of side streets. If a car can enter your path, assume it will.
During a hard stop, your front wheel locks. What should you do?
- A Release both brakes and coast to a stop
- B Keep it locked until the motorcycle stops
- C Turn the handlebars to regain grip
- D Release the front brake immediately, then reapply it firmly
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D. Release the front brake immediately, then reapply it firmly
If the front wheel locks, release the front brake immediately and then reapply it firmly, while pressing down on the rear brake. A locked front wheel cannot steer, so you must get it rolling again.