Take 2026 Kentucky Motorcycle Permit Test 9

QUESTION 1 / 25

Riding in cold weather for long periods of time could result in all of the following, except:

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AFatigue.✓BHypothermia.✓CSevere chills.✓DHot flashes.✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

Passing and being passed when riding a motorcycle is not much different than when driving a car. However:

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AA motorcycle's visibility is more critical than that of a car.✓BA motorcycle's visibility is not as important as that of a car.✓CPassing should be done on the shoulder instead of on the main roadway.✓DIt is critical to make eye contact with the other driver when riding a motorcycle.✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

It is most important to flash your brake light when:

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APassing another vehicle.✓BYou will be slowing down suddenly.✓CThere is a stop sign ahead.✓DYour signals do not work.✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

How much of a motorcycle's total braking power can the front brake supply?

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AAbout 10 percent✓BAbout 25 percent✓CAbout 50 percent✓DAbout 70 percent✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

Which type of sign is yellow with black lettering or symbols?

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AWarning✓BService✓CRegulatory✓DSpeed limit✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

A street-legal motorcycle must have all of the following, except:

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AA tailpipe.✓BGood tires.✓CFront and rear brakes.✓DA flag.✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

A driver making eye contact with you:

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AMeans that they see you.✓BWill never happen.✓CDoes not mean that they will properly yield to you.✓DGuarantees that they will properly yield to you.✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

Riding directly alongside another vehicle is discouraged because:

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AYou may have a difficult time getting to a highway exit.✓BYou may be in the other vehicle’s blind spot.✓CYou may block the driver's view.✓DIt prevents other drivers from passing both of you.✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

An advantage to keeping a cushion of space between your motorcycle and other vehicles is that:

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AYou can pass danger more quickly.✓BYou will have a more narrow view of the road so you can stay focused.✓CYou will have more time to react to the movements of others.✓DYou can more easily follow the path of the next vehicle.✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

As you slow or stop, you should:

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AShift up through the gears.✓BShift down through the gears.✓CTake the bike out of gear.✓DStay in the same gear.✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

Riding directly alongside another vehicle:

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ACan place you in the driver's blind spot.✓BIs better than riding behind the other vehicle.✓CIs safe because it limits your escape routes.✓DShould only be done during the day.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

If your motorcycle starts to wobble, it is best to:

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ADownshift.✓BAccelerate.✓CGrip the handlebars firmly and close the throttle gradually.✓DGradually apply your brakes.✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

A potential danger of braking too hard is:

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ALosing traction on one or both wheels.✓BComing to a complete stop before you expect to.✓CPopping a tire.✓DTaking too long to stop.✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

More than half of all crashes:

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AOccur at speeds greater than 35 mph.✓BAre caused by worn tires.✓CHappen in the dark.✓DInvolve riders who have little experience on their motorcycles.✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

If you find yourself riding alongside another vehicle, you should:

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ASpeed up or slow down.✓BWave at the other driver.✓CStay alongside the vehicle until the next exit and then exit.✓DLet the other driver worry about it.✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

When braking, you should:

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AAlways use both brakes.✓BOnly use the front brake.✓COnly use the rear brake on slippery surfaces, such as wet pavement.✓DOnly use the rear brake.✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

Increase your following distance:

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AIf the roadway is slippery.✓BIf there are only a few vehicles on the roadway.✓CIf the sun is shining.✓DIf drivers are following the speed limit.✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

When riding, the best sitting position:

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ARequires your arms be used to hold you up.✓BAllows you to easily reach the controls.✓CKeeps your arms straight when reaching the handle grips.✓DKeeps your knees away from the gas tank.✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

If your motorcycle starts to wobble, you should:

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AAccelerate out of the wobble.✓BUse the brakes immediately.✓CGrip the handlebars firmly and gradually close the throttle.✓DDownshift.✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

A motorcyclist's cushion of space:

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AShould always stay the same.✓BShould vary according to riding conditions.✓CIs not necessary in most situations.✓DShould be avoided to keep traffic moving safely.✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

A face shield:

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AProvides protection for the eyes and face.✓BIs not recommended.✓CIs required.✓DDoes not protect the face as well as goggles.✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

To be effective, a face shield should not:

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ABe free of scratches.✓BAllow clear views to both sides.✓CBe airtight.✓DFasten securely.✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

Why should a load be placed low on a motorcycle?

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AIf a load is too high, it raises the center of gravity.✓BIf a load is too high, it may interfere with the turn signals.✓CIt may be difficult to see over a load that is placed too high.✓DOthers can't see your load if it is low.✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

Increase your following distance if:

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AThe pavement is dry.✓BRiding conditions are normal.✓CThe roadway is wet.✓DYou can see through the vehicle in front of you.✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

An experienced rider:

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AChanges positions within their lane as conditions change.✓BStays in one portion of a lane at all times.✓CWeaves within the lane to be more visible.✓DTravels only on the oily portion of the lane.✓