2025 Iowa Motorcycle Permit Test 11
The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Iowa when getting your motorcycle learners permit. Each motorcycle theory practice test question has three answer choices. Select one answer for each question and select "grade this section." You can find this button at the bottom of the drivers license quiz. For a complete list of questions and answers for Iowa please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/iowa/motorcycle.
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7. When riding in a group, motorcyclists:
Explanation
When riding in a group, you should maintain close ranks but still keep an adequate space cushion around each rider.
8. You’ll have a better chance of avoiding serious injury if you wear all of the following, except:
Explanation
To protect yourself against injury, you should wear a DOT-compliant helmet; face or eye protection; a jacket and long pants made of sturdy material; boots or shoes that are high and sturdy enough to cover and support your ankles; and gloves made of durable material.
9. To lean a motorcycle when making a turn, you should:
Explanation
To turn, a motorcycle must lean. To make the motorcycle lean, press on the handgrip in the direction of the turn.
10. To lower the chance of a crash, you should do all of the following, except:
Explanation
To reduce your risk of being involved in a crash, you must ensure that you are visible to others on the road and that other drivers understand what you're planning to do. Clearly communicate your intentions through proper signaling and lane positioning. Maintain an adequate space cushion and scan your path of travel, identifying upcoming hazards and being prepared to react.
11. The gearshift lever is operated by:
Explanation
The gearshift lever of a motorcycle is located in front of the left footrest and is operated by the rider's left foot.
12. When being followed too closely by another vehicle, you should:
Explanation
The best way to deal with a tailgater is to get them ahead of you. If you can do so safely, change lanes and let them pass. Speeding up may only increase the danger by encouraging them to continue tailgating you at a higher speed.
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