Kentucky Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 2
20 questions written from the Kentucky Motorcycle Operators Manual, with an explanation and page citation for every answer.
During a quick stop, your front wheel locks. What should you do?
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During a quick stop, your front wheel locks. What should you do?
- A Keep the front brake locked and steer with the rear until you stop
- B Release both brakes and coast to a stop
- C Use only the rear brake from then on
- 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 the rear brake. A locked front wheel loses steering and balance, but a quick release lets it start rolling again.
What causes more than half of motorcycle/car crashes?
- A Motorcycles running red lights
- B Motorcycles following other vehicles too closely in traffic
- C Drivers entering a rider's right-of-way
- D Mechanical failure of the motorcycle
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C. Drivers entering a rider's right-of-way
Over one-half of motorcycle/car crashes happen when drivers enter a rider's right-of-way, most often by turning left in front of the rider or pulling out from side streets. That is why intersections demand your full attention.
Why should you use both brakes every time you slow or stop, even in normal stops?
- A The rear brake alone wears out the tire too quickly
- B Kentucky law requires both brakes on every stop
- C It builds the habit you will need in an emergency
- D The front brake works only when the rear brake is applied
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C. It builds the habit you will need in an emergency
Using both brakes for even normal stops develops the habit of using them properly in an emergency. The front brake supplies most of your stopping power, so a rider who only uses the rear is giving up much of it.
According to the Kentucky manual, who may apply for a motorcycle instruction permit?
- A Anyone at least 15 who passes the vision test
- B Only riders who have already finished an approved rider training course
- C Someone who holds a valid operator's license or is at least 18
- D Only someone 21 or older with a car license
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C. Someone who holds a valid operator's license or is at least 18
The manual says you must already hold a valid motor vehicle operator's license, or be at least 18, to apply for a motorcycle instruction permit. Applicants under 18 also need a parent or guardian to sign.