Kansas
Motorcycle Test

Getting your endorsement is a matter of passing a test and the best way to pass a test is to study. Our practice tests are based on the actual ones with the notable exception you can take ours as many times as you want. Before you take any test you should first know what is going to be on it. The Kansas Motorcycle Operator Manual will help you out and you can pick one up at your local DMV or download online. After reading the manual take the test and keep in mind which ones you get wrong so you can re-study that section. Take this practice test until you get it perfect. Click the "Start Test" button below to begin.

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The best way to avoid a crash is to:

Make sure your bike is loud enough.

Ride at the speed limit.

Have a valid license.

Make sure you are visible.

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Which of the following should you inspect during a pre-ride check?

How clean your motorcycle is.

None of these are correct.

Your odometer.

The general wear and tread of your tires.

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Proper motorcycle clothing should:

Only flap slightly when riding.

Never cover your arms or legs.

Not be leather in warm weather.

Protect you in the event of a crash.

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Riding with a passenger:

Is illegal at night.

Is generally safer than riding alone.

Can impact the handling of a motorcycle.

Can make turning easier.

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Where will you usually find the fuel supply valve on a motorcycle?

Near the brake.

Below the gas tank.

Under the seat.

Next to the ignition.

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A helmeted rider is how many times more likely to survive a crash than a rider not wearing a helmet?

There is no difference in survival rates.

Two times.

Three times.

Ten times.

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When braking, you should use:

Only front brakes.

Only rear brakes.

Whatever is convenient.

Both front and rear brakes.

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If your rear tire locks up how can you regain control of your motorcycle?

Depressing the rear brake harder.

Shifting up one gear.

Quickly accelerating.

Release the rear brake.

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Going through a curve, you should look where you want to go by turning:

Your entire upper body.

Only your eyes.

Your head and shoulders.

Only your head.

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How can you encourage cars to avoid trying to share your lane?

Ride as closely to them as possible.

Ride in the middle of the lane.

Swerve toward them.

Make hand gestures.

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If you're stuck in a traffic jam on a freeway the best gear to be in is?

1st

Neutral

3rd

2nd

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If operating a three-wheeled motorcycle or riding with a sidecar, avoid the far side of the right lane because:

You want to stay close to oncoming traffic.

To make sure vehicles can pass on your right.

You might run off the road.

The right side tends to have less traction.

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You should maintain a cushion of space around you to:

All of these things.

Have more time to react.

Have room to maneuver.

Provide an escape route.

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If you are riding in traffic and a small fox runs into your lane, you should:

Flash your lights to try to scare the animal.

Stay in your lane.

Do anything to avoid the animal.

Move to the next lane immediately.

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In ideal conditions, your following distance should be:

Whatever feels safe to the rider.

Two seconds.

One second.

Four seconds.

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When approaching a curve your priority should be to:

Reduce your speed.

Find the most aggressive line to make the turn.

Make the turn at maximum speed.

Shift down two gears.

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As you ride you should monitor your path of travel up to where you will be in how many seconds?

5 seconds

12 seconds

30 seconds

20 seconds

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If you have to brake during a curve, the first thing you should do is:

Use only the front brake.

Get the motorcycle upright.

Lean into the turn.

Use only the rear brake.

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In terms of lane positioning, you should divide the land into:

2 parts

3 parts

5 parts

4 parts

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As you go through a braking maneuver, the changes in traction tells you that you should:

Increase pressure on both brakes.

Reduce pressure on both brakes.

Apply more front brake pressure and less rear brake pressure.

Apply more rear brake pressure and less front brake pressure.

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In hot weather, wearing a riding jacket:

Can help protect against heat exhaustion and dehydration.

Can cause exhaustion and dehydration.

Can get you a ticket.

Is not advised.

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When should you reduce your following distance?

When on dry pavement.

In light traffic.

When following another motorcycle.

When traffic is heavy.

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Your lane position should allow you to:

Position yourself to make a turn.

Do all of these things.

Signal to those around you.

Maximize your visibility.

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Cold medicine and other over the counter drugs:

Don't impact a rider's abilities.

Aren't encouraged to use before a ride, but pose no safety hazards.

Can affect a rider's abilities to safely operate their motorcycle.

Are safe to use before operation.

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A side stand can be dangerous unless it:

Has a spring that holds it locked down.

Is easy to use.

Returns most of the way to the up position.

Has a functioning spring that holds it up tightly.

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Motorcycle License

How To Get A Kansas Motorcycle License

Before you can start driving your motorcycle in the state of Kansas you're going to need to get the right endorsements. Before you get this endorsement you'll need to pass both a knowledge and on-cycle skills test. Other things you'll need are proof of residence, good marks on a vision screening, along with having a valid driver's license in Kansas. You also must be at least 17 years old to get this endorsement.

Learner's permits are available and only require passing the knowledge portion of the test. Individuals as young as 14 can get one of these permits, with a less restricted version being applicable to 16-year-olds. Those under 18 must have completed 50 hours of driving, ten at night, or have completed a motorcycle education course before applying for a motorcycle endorsement.

Kansas motorcycle safety courses are specialized courses that divide your time between learning in the class and testing your abilities on a motorcycle. In the classroom, you'll learn all the basics in how a motorcycle works and the proper way to ride one. Out of the class, you will practice the basics of moving, turning, braking, and much more. Once passed you'll be given a certificate of completion which can be turned into a DMV that lets you waive the testing and get your endorsement. These safety courses are all over the state, check out this list for one near you.

If you have just moved to Kansas and have a motorcycle endorsement from another state you have 90 days from establishing residency to have your license transferred. You'll need to provide proof of identity and Kansas residence, pass a vision test, pay fees and surrender your out of state license.

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Kansas Motorcycle License Test Tips

The first part of the test is the knowledge portion. This part of the test will show that you know how a motorcycle works, what techniques you'll need to use, and basic traffic symbols. Using the practice tests on this website in conjunction with the operator's manual will give you the tools to be able to ace this test. On this test, you'll have 25 multiple choice questions, many of which have diagrams. To pass this part of the exam you must get a minimum of 80%, or 20 questions, correct. Once passed you'll be eligible for getting a motorcycle learner's permit.

The next part you need to pass is the on-motorcycle skills test. During this test, you'll be teamed up with an examiner who will give you a set of instructions that you will need to follow. Some of the things you'll be tested on is knowing your motorcycle, adjusting your speed, and specific skills like stopping, swerving, and accelerating. To set up a test get with your local Kansas Department of Transportation and schedule an appointment.

Additional Information

Information on the Kansas Department of Revenue,
Division of Vehicles

The KDOV is responsible for testing student drivers and licensing all drivers. To schedule your licensing examination or get more information contact them via:

Website: https://ksrevenue.org/dovlicenses.html
Phone: 785.368.8222
Email: [email protected]

To find the office hours and / or location nearest you, please visit:
https://ksrevenue.org/dovstations.html

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