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2026 Iowa Motorcycle Permit Test
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QUESTION 1 / 25
When changing lanes:
Choose one answer below.
A
There is no need to do a head check if you use your mirrors.
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B
Mirrors provide a full view of the road around your motorcycle.
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C
You should turn your head and look over your shoulder.
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D
You can assume drivers will properly respond to your turn signal.
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QUESTION 2 / 25
When checking tire pressure:
Choose one answer below.
A
Eyeballing the tire is a good method.
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B
Use a tire gauge.
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C
It is best to squeeze the tire.
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D
Compare the height of the tire to another tire.
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QUESTION 3 / 25
A rectangular sign may be a:
Choose one answer below.
A
School crossing sign.
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B
Railroad crossing sign.
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C
Stop sign.
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D
Speed limit sign.
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QUESTION 4 / 25
When riding in traffic, it is important to remember that motorcycles:
Choose one answer below.
A
Are too small to have blind spots.
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B
Have blind spots that are too small to cause any problems.
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C
Have blind spots that require head checks.
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D
Have only one blind spot.
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QUESTION 5 / 25
Of the following, which clothing item will not reduce injuries in a crash?
Choose one answer below.
A
Heavy shoes
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B
Full-length pants
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C
Shorts
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D
Full-fingered gloves
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QUESTION 6 / 25
When passing a vehicle:
Choose one answer below.
A
You may exceed the speed limit until the pass is complete.
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B
You may disregard "No passing zone" markings if the pass was started in a passing zone.
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C
You may pass on the shoulder.
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D
You must complete the pass within the posted speed limits and within a legal passing zone.
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QUESTION 7 / 25
Just like cars, motorcycles have blind spots. When switching lanes, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Turn your head and check your blind spot.
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B
Look only at your mirrors.
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C
Rely on your peripheral vision.
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D
Slow down so any vehicle in your blind spot can pass you.
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QUESTION 8 / 25
An approved helmet:
Choose one answer below.
A
Allows the wearer to see as far to the sides as necessary.
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B
Restricts the field of vision.
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C
Is usually uncomfortable.
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D
Does not have any markings or tags.
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QUESTION 9 / 25
When riding, goggles:
Choose one answer below.
A
Protect your eyes, but not the rest of your face.
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B
Protect your face, but not your eyes.
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C
Are not as effective at protecting your eyes as eyeglasses.
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D
Are not effective in providing any protection.
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QUESTION 10 / 25
During the day, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Not ride with your headlight on.
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B
Ride with your headlight on, but only if it is cloudy.
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C
Always ride with your headlight on.
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D
Use your headlight if you think it helps.
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QUESTION 11 / 25
You have been drinking alcohol. If you wait an hour for each drink before riding your motorcycle:
Choose one answer below.
A
You cannot be arrested for drinking and riding.
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B
Your riding skills will not be affected.
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C
Side effects from the drinking may still remain.
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D
You will be okay as long as you ride slowly.
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QUESTION 12 / 25
Clothing made of which type of material can offer the best protection to motorcyclists?
Choose one answer below.
A
Leather
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B
Wool
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C
Polyester
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D
Silk
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QUESTION 13 / 25
When conducting a pre-ride check, be sure that:
Choose one answer below.
A
The brakes make a loud squeaking noise.
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B
The brakes cause some friction with the steering.
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C
Each brake can hold the motorcycle.
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D
Only the rear brake can hold the motorcycle.
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QUESTION 14 / 25
If you are riding in the right side of your lane while following a car:
Choose one answer below.
A
You are likely riding in the best position to be seen.
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B
You may not be seen unless the driver uses their side mirror.
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C
The driver will most likely assume you are there.
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D
You are discouraging other drivers from sharing your lane.
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QUESTION 15 / 25
To provide the best protection, a helmet should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Have a few cracks.
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B
Not be certified.
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C
Have frayed straps.
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D
Fit snugly.
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QUESTION 16 / 25
You should check your tires for all of the following, except:
Choose one answer below.
A
Air pressure.
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B
Tread.
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C
General wear.
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D
Flexibility.
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QUESTION 17 / 25
When operating a motorcycle on a slippery surface, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Ride faster than usual.
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B
Use only the front brake.
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C
Reduce your speed.
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D
Use only the rear brake.
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QUESTION 18 / 25
Motorcycles:
Choose one answer below.
A
Do not have blind spots because of their small size.
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B
Have blind spots, but they are so small they should not cause concern.
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C
Have blind spots that should be routinely checked.
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D
Are too small to have blind spots.
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QUESTION 19 / 25
A way to lower the risk of being involved in a crash is to:
Choose one answer below.
A
Communicate your intentions to other road users.
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B
Not look ahead while riding.
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C
Wear dark clothes.
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D
Ride in the parts of a lane that make it difficult to be seen.
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QUESTION 20 / 25
The shortest and safest stops are accomplished:
Choose one answer below.
A
By using only the rear brake.
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B
By using only the front brake.
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C
By allowing the front tire to lock up.
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D
By using both the front and rear brakes.
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QUESTION 21 / 25
When riding with a passenger, the operator should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Maintain a longer following distance.
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B
Increase their speed.
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C
Deflate the tires to accommodate the extra weight.
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D
Not warn passengers of impending hazards.
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QUESTION 22 / 25
If wearing footwear with laces, the laces:
Choose one answer below.
A
Should be tucked in.
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B
Should hang loose.
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C
Should be taken off of the footwear.
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D
Should be glued together.
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QUESTION 23 / 25
When choosing a lane position, you should consider:
Choose one answer below.
A
Whether or not other drivers will see you.
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B
How many cars are on the road ahead.
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C
Which portion of the lane will result in a shorter trip.
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D
If you can pass more vehicles in a certain position than in another.
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QUESTION 24 / 25
If you think stopping your motorcycle will take longer than usual, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Lengthen your following distance.
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B
Shorten your following distance.
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C
Leave the road.
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D
Speed up.
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QUESTION 25 / 25
Which type of sign is yellow with black lettering or symbols?
Choose one answer below.
A
Warning
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B
Service
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C
Regulatory
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D
Speed limit
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