Missouri Motorcycle Permit Test

Most motorcycle crashes happen on short trips less than 5 miles long, just a few minutes after the rider starts out.

When being passed, it is best to ride in the center portion of your lane. Riding on the side nearest to the passing vehicle increases the risk of a collision. Riding on the side furthest from them is also dangerous, since it may tempt them to merge into your lane too soon.

Wearing brightly colored clothes will help you to be seen, including during the day.

Because a motorcyclist is more vulnerable than the driver of a car or truck, appropriate use of signals is even more important for a motorcycle than it is for other vehicles.

To ride safely on a slippery surface, you should reduce your speed; avoid sudden moves; and use both brakes when braking is necessary. Be alert for oily areas (such as the center strip of the lane), dirt and gravel, and places that stay wet or frozen longer (such as on bridges or in shaded areas).

Riding safely at night is challenging because it is harder to see and be seen, and the absence of normal shadows and light contrasts makes it harder to judge distances.