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Kansas Motorcycle Permit Test Practice Questions - Kansas Class M Motorcycle Knowledge Test Exam
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QUESTION 1 / 25
Before riding any motorcycle, MSF recommends a pre-ride inspection using which checklist?
Choose one answer below.
A
SIPDE
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B
T-CLOCS
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C
SEE
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D
SLPR
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QUESTION 2 / 25
The 'T' in the T-CLOCS pre-ride inspection stands for:
Choose one answer below.
A
Throttle
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B
Tires and wheels
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C
Turn signals
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D
Transmission
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QUESTION 3 / 25
Where is the throttle located on a standard motorcycle?
Choose one answer below.
A
On the left handlebar grip
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B
On the right handlebar grip
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C
On the left foot peg
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D
On the right foot peg
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QUESTION 4 / 25
On a standard motorcycle, the clutch lever is operated by:
Choose one answer below.
A
Your right hand
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B
Your left hand
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C
Your right foot
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D
Your left foot
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QUESTION 5 / 25
Which control operates the front brake on a typical motorcycle?
Choose one answer below.
A
A pedal under the left foot
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B
A pedal under the right foot
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C
A lever on the right handlebar
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D
A lever on the left handlebar
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QUESTION 6 / 25
The rear brake on a typical motorcycle is operated by:
Choose one answer below.
A
The right hand
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B
The left hand
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C
The right foot
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D
The left foot
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QUESTION 7 / 25
What is the best way to use both brakes for a normal stop?
Choose one answer below.
A
Use only the rear brake to avoid flipping
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B
Use only the front brake for maximum power
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C
Apply both brakes smoothly at the same time every time you stop
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D
Pump the brakes alternately
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QUESTION 8 / 25
About what percentage of a motorcycle's stopping power comes from the front brake?
Choose one answer below.
A
About 30%
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B
About 50%
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C
About 70%
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D
About 90%
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QUESTION 9 / 25
If the front wheel locks while braking on a straightaway, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Keep the front brake locked and use only the rear brake
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B
Release the front brake immediately, then squeeze it again smoothly
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C
Let the bike skid until it stops on its own
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D
Lean the bike sharply to one side
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QUESTION 10 / 25
Approximately how does stopping distance change when speed doubles, for example from 30 to 60 mph?
Choose one answer below.
A
Stopping distance also doubles
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B
Stopping distance roughly quadruples
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C
Stopping distance stays the same
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D
Stopping distance is reduced by half
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QUESTION 11 / 25
Why is wearing a DOT-compliant helmet the single most important safety choice a rider can make?
Choose one answer below.
A
It keeps your hair tidy
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B
It greatly reduces the risk of fatal head injury in a crash
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C
It is required by every state for every rider
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D
It improves engine performance
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QUESTION 12 / 25
Under Kansas law (KSA 8-1598), who is required to wear a helmet while riding a motorcycle?
Choose one answer below.
A
All operators and passengers regardless of age
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B
Only operators and passengers under 18 years old
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C
Only operators under 21 years old
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D
No riders are required to wear helmets in Kansas
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QUESTION 13 / 25
Under Kansas law, when is eye protection required for a motorcycle operator?
Choose one answer below.
A
Only at night
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B
Always, unless the motorcycle has a windscreen at least 10 inches above the handlebars
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C
Only on highways above 55 mph
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D
Never, eye protection is optional in Kansas
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QUESTION 14 / 25
Which item of riding gear best protects a rider from abrasion in a fall?
Choose one answer below.
A
A short-sleeve T-shirt and shorts
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B
A leather or heavy textile jacket and pants designed for motorcycling
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C
A swimsuit with sandals
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D
A light cotton sweatshirt and jeans
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QUESTION 15 / 25
Which footwear is most appropriate for motorcycle riding?
Choose one answer below.
A
Open-toed sandals
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B
Sturdy boots that cover the ankle
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C
Running shoes with thin soles
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D
Flip-flops
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QUESTION 16 / 25
Which color of riding gear is most visible to other drivers in daylight?
Choose one answer below.
A
Black
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B
Bright orange, yellow, or fluorescent green
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C
Dark blue
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D
Camouflage
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QUESTION 17 / 25
What is the best body position when riding?
Choose one answer below.
A
Arms locked straight and shoulders hunched
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B
Knees gripping the tank, back relaxed, elbows slightly bent, eyes up
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C
Feet dangling off the pegs
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D
Sitting as far back as possible with arms fully extended
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QUESTION 18 / 25
To start a stopped motorcycle moving forward smoothly, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Release the clutch quickly with no throttle
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B
Roll on the throttle gently while easing out the clutch through the friction zone
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C
Hold the clutch fully out and rev the engine
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D
Apply the front brake and release the clutch at the same time
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QUESTION 19 / 25
The standard MSF four-step process for taking a turn is:
Choose one answer below.
A
Slow, Look, Press, Roll (SLPR)
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B
Scan, Lean, Push, Race
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C
Stop, Look, Lean, Ride
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D
Steer, Lean, Pump, Release
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QUESTION 20 / 25
Counter-steering means that to turn a motorcycle traveling above walking speed to the right, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Pull on the right handgrip
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B
Press forward on the right handgrip
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C
Lean to the left
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D
Apply the rear brake firmly
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QUESTION 21 / 25
When entering a curve, you should look:
Choose one answer below.
A
Straight down at the front tire
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B
Through the turn to where you want to go
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C
At the centerline directly under you
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D
At your speedometer
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QUESTION 22 / 25
If you enter a curve a little too fast, the best response is to:
Choose one answer below.
A
Grab the front brake hard while leaning
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B
Look further through the turn, press harder on the inside handgrip, and gently trail-brake or maintain throttle
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C
Straighten the bike upright and brake into oncoming traffic
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D
Close your eyes briefly to relax
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QUESTION 23 / 25
The MSF strategy for spotting and responding to hazards is called:
Choose one answer below.
A
GOAL
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B
SEE (Search, Evaluate, Execute)
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C
FAST
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D
SAFE
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QUESTION 24 / 25
SIPDE is an older mental-strategy acronym that stands for:
Choose one answer below.
A
Scan, Identify, Predict, Decide, Execute
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B
Stop, Inspect, Plan, Drive, Evaluate
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C
Slow, Identify, Push, Decide, Evade
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D
See, Inspect, Press, Decide, Engage
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QUESTION 25 / 25
Which lane position usually offers the best visibility on a clear two-lane road with no oncoming traffic blocking your view?
Choose one answer below.
A
Far right edge of the lane
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B
Center of the lane on the painted oil strip
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C
Left third of the lane
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D
On the shoulder
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