Kentucky Motorcycle Practice Test 2

11.How does Kentucky law limit a moped's engine?

No more than 2 brake horsepower and a cylinder capacity of 50 cc or lessUp to 10 horsepower and 250 ccAny size, as long as it has pedalsExactly 100 cc

12.Why should you use both brakes even for routine stops?

It conserves fuelThe law requires it every timeIt heats the brakes more evenlyIt builds the habit of using both brakes well when it counts

13.When is wet pavement usually the most slippery?

After hours of steady rainJust after rain begins, before surface oil washes to the sideOnly once it has dried outOnly on hills

14.What causes more than half of motorcycle-car crashes, according to the manual?

Drivers entering the rider's right-of-wayRiders speeding on the highwayWorn-out motorcycle tiresMalfunctioning traffic lights

15.How many paths of travel does a single traffic lane give a motorcycle?

OneThreeFiveTwo

16.Why is a windshield alone not adequate eye protection?

It fogs up far too quicklyIt is illegal unless paired with gogglesMost windshields will not shield your eyes from the windIt reflects too much sunlight into your eyes

17.How can you measure your following distance?

Pick a fixed marker and count off the seconds after the vehicle ahead passes itEstimate the number of car lengths by eyeWatch only your speedometerGuess from the engine's sound

18.When should you use turn signals on a motorcycle?

Only in heavy trafficOnly when a car is right behind youAny time you turn or change lanes, even when no one seems nearOnly during daylight

19.After riding over an object in the road, what should you do?

Speed up to leave the areaDo nothing if the bike feels fineAdd air to the tires right awayPull off and check the tires and rims for damage

20.To apply for a motorcycle instruction permit in Kentucky, a person must meet which condition?

Hold a valid operator's license, or be at least 18 years oldBe at least 25 years oldOwn the motorcycle outrightHave finished college