Missouri
Motorcycle Test

Passing the Missouri motorcycle license test you’ll need to have a sufficient knowledge base and the confidence to work your way through the test’s 25 questions. To pass, you’ll need to answer 20 of the questions correctly. This site’s Missouri motorcycle practice tests are designed to help you successfully prepare for the actual test, with questions similar in design to what you’ll experience on exam day. The actual test is based around the Missouri Department of Revenue’s Motorcycle Operator Manual. If you don’t have a copy, follow the link to download one for yourself. Along with this site and other Missouri motorcycle practice tests, the manual is an absolutely critical component of test preparation, as it contains everything you need to know to pass the knowledge portion of the test, and also has plenty of valuable information for the skills test. Click the "Start Test" button below to begin.

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Cold medicine and other over the counter drugs:

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

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

Are safe to use before operation.

Don't impact a rider's abilities.

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Brightly-colored helmets:

Do not offer the same protection as other helmets.

Are distracting to other drivers.

Are for fashion only.

Make riders more visible.

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When preparing to pass a vehicle on the left, it is important to ride on the left side of your lane because:

The left side of the lane is the safest part of the lane.

So you can signal to oncoming traffic.

All of these reasons.

It will give you the best chance of spotting hazards in the next lane.

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A pre-ride inspection should be done:

Once per year.

At least once per month.

Before every ride.

Whenver is convenient.

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How should the throttle respond when you release it?

It should snap back to idle.

It should remain in place.

It should slowly return to idle.

It makes no difference.

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In ideal conditions, your following distance should be:

Whatever feels safe to the rider.

Two seconds.

Four seconds.

One second.

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A good way of 'bonding' with your motorcycle is to:

Use your arms to steer rather than support.

Spend more time on the motorcycle when not riding it.

Change positions often.

Share it with other riders.

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

Swerve toward them.

Make hand gestures.

Ride in the middle of the lane.

Ride as closely to them as possible.

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Should you wear a riding jacket if the weather is warm?

Not if the temperature is over 80 degrees.

Never.

It depends on the humidity.

Yes, riding jackets are made to keep the rider cool, even in warm weather.

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If you are going too fast when you downshift, you run the risk of:

A front wheel skid.

Braking your clutch.

A rear wheel skid.

Losing tire pressure.

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If your motorcycle starts and then cuts out shortly after and will not restart, the most likely issue is:

The clutch is broken.

The throttle is not working.

The fuel supply valve is closed.

A flat tire.

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To reduce your chances of being in a crash you should:

Only ride at night.

Avoid highways.

Use your turn signals when making a lane change.

Never go below the posted speed limit.

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

To make sure vehicles can pass on your right.

You might run off the road.

You want to stay close to oncoming traffic.

The right side tends to have less traction.

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When riding with a passenger in a sidecar you should always:

Slow down sooner than usual.

None of these are correct.

Assume you are easier to see.

Expect to stop more quickly than usual.

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When positioning yourself in a lane:

Do what feels comfortable.

Do so in a way that doesn't welcome other drivers into your lane.

Don't worry about other drivers, focus on yourself.

Keep the greatest distance possible from other vehicles.

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When utilizing the front brake, you should:

Use limited pressure.

Also use the rear brake.

Squeeze as hard as possible.

Squeeze firmly and progressively.

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How long can the effects of marijuana last?

Not for any significant amount of time.

Ten days.

More than six hours.

One hour.

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If your motorcycle has convex mirrors instead of flat mirrors, practicing with them is helpful because:

Unlike flat mirrors, they make items look farther away than they really are.

They make images look even closer than regular mirrors.

The reflection is darker than flat mirrors.

They provide a 180 degree view.

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When approaching a curve your priority should be to:

Make the turn at maximum speed.

Find the most aggressive line to make the turn.

Shift down two gears.

Reduce your speed.

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How much of a motorcycle's braking power does the front brake provide?

One quarter.

None.

Half.

Roughly three quarters.

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If alcohol and drugs are consumed together:

Their effects can be more pronounced than if taken alone.

There is no difference.

They may not effect some people.

They may counteract each other.

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When braking, you should use:

Only rear brakes.

Both front and rear brakes.

Whatever is convenient.

Only front brakes.

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The best way to avoid a crash is to:

Make sure you are visible.

Make sure your bike is loud enough.

Ride at the speed limit.

Have a valid license.

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The best time to adjust your mirrors is:

While riding at low speeds.

Standing on your motorcycle before or after you start it.

Seated on the bike before you start it.

In normal driving conditions.

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What is the best position within the lane while riding a motorcycle?

It varies depending on the circumstances.

The middle of the lane.

The right side of the lane.

The left side of the lane.

Your score is

The average score is 60%

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Motorcycle License

How To Get A Missouri Motorcycle License

Missouri is the show me state and it will show you plenty if you decide to tour it on a motorcycle. Of course, to do so, you’ll need a valid motorcycle license. To earn a class M motorcycle license (or a class M endorsement on a standard class F license) in Missouri you’ll need to go through all of the necessary steps including the Missouri motorcycle permit test, which begins with being at least 15 and a half years old. If you’re under 16, you can only ride motorcycles that are 250ccs or lower, ride within 50 miles of home and complete a Missouri motorcycle training course. For aspiring motorcyclists between the age of 16 and 18, these drivers will need to pass Missouri’s graduated driver’s license requirements. After driving a set number of supervised hours they can receive an intermediate license, and then once 18, they can receive a full license. Drivers receiving a motorcycle endorsement will still have some restrictions until they reach age 21.

The Missouri Motorcyclist safety program offers courses at more than 30 locations around the state. This is an alternate route to earning your license, though it still includes a combination of classroom and road instruction, as well as knowledge and skills test. To learn more about their available programs for earning a Missouri motorcycle license waiver you can visit their website.

If you will be moving to Missouri and have a valid motorcycle license from another state (or one that has lapsed within the past 184 days) the Department of Revenue (DOV) will allow you to transfer your motorcycle license to Missouri if you complete the following steps:

Provide legal identification and proof of residence
Pass vision and road sign tests
Surrender your out of state license
Pay license fees

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Missouri Motorcycle License Test Tips

After taking and passing a state-certified safety course, applicants have to clear several other hurdles before getting their license. These include the Class F and Class M written test, vision test, and road sign tests. To pass the knowledge tests it’s important to get familiar with the types of questions you’ll see. The format of questions on our Missouri motorcycle test practice modules should help you prepare. The road sign tests, of course, will test your skills at identifying road signs (this site has a huge database of road sign questions for you to review). Questions on the basic knowledge test will gauge your general knowledge of how to operate a motorcycle safely, identify and use appropriate safety gear, and have a knowledge of safety statistics.

The Missouri on-cycle skills tests are conducted by the Missouri Highway Patrol. To set up an appointment you can contact them by phone at (573) 526-6221 or visit their website for more information. If you need to find your nearest location, you can do so here. During the skills exam you’ll be expected to demonstrate your ability to handle a motorcycle and operate it safely. This can include how to remain visible, wear proper clothing, using your headlight, maintaining proper cushion and lane positioning, identifying hazards, using your signals and controlling your speed.

Additional Information

Information on the Missouri Department of Revenue

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

Website: https://dor.mo.gov/drivers/license.php#Endorsements
Phone: 573.526.2407
Email: [email protected]

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