Is the Indiana Motorcycle Written Test Hard?

If you only stick to the motorcycle operator manual, the motorcycle permit test could be harder than it needs to be. Zutobi’s unique approach to driver’s ed ensures you learn test-relevant information in a way that makes the material easy to remember.

How Do I Get My Motorcycle Indiana License?

Once you’ve passed the Indiana BMV motorcycle permit test, there are two options to choose from when applying for your license. Option 1: If you’re 16 years and 90 days of age and have a valid Indiana driver’s license, you can take a Safety Course with a certified Ride Safe Indiana instructor. You can bring your proof of completion to the BMV to receive your motorcycle license endorsement. Option 2: If you’re 16 and 270 days with a valid Indiana driver’s license, you can take a written test at the BMV, then a skills test at a Ride Safe location. Upon completion of both tests, you can apply for your motorcycle endorsement. If you are under the age of 18, you must have a parent or legal guardian sign an Agreement of Financial Liability. If you are a new Indiana resident, you can transfer your motorcycle endorsement from your previous state of residence to your Indiana license by passing a motorcycle written exam.

Indiana BMV Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 2023

When should you consider increasing the tire pressure?

There are a number of situations when you may need to increase the tire pressure, such as when carrying a heavy load. Remember that a tire pressure below the proper level will lead to reduced traction when braking and poor performance.

Which of the following should you be the most careful of when it's cold outside?

Shaded areas tend to hide spots of ice as they freeze first on very cold and wet days. Shaded areas will also remain slippery for longer as the shade keeps ice from melting and moisture from evaporating. Keep in mind that sunny areas can get extremely slippery as well.

In terms of often or seldom used roads, it really depends on the weather. If it has been snowing a lot, roads with heavy traffic can pack the snow into a tight but slippery layer on the road, but snow plows will visit those roads more often than other roads.

When you carry a load on a motorcycle, should the load be placed in front of or behind the rear axle?

Mounting loads behind the rear axle will affect handling, especially when how the motorcycle brakes and turns. Any loads should be placed over or in front of the rear axle.

A windshield ____ a substitute for a face shield or goggles.

Do not wear a windshield as a substitute for a face shield or goggles; they all do their intended job well but not much else. For example; face shields protect your face, goggle protect the eyes only, a windshield protects part of your body from wind/rain but will not protect your eyes from wind or rain.

You need to be the most careful when riding over which of the following?

Uneven surfaces and grooves/gratings are not dangerous by themselves, but you should look for any potholes or bumps that may affect your handling. Leaves or shaded icy areas, however, may be so slippery that you immediately lose control over your motorcycle.

Which of the following do you normally NOT have to look out for in the middle of the road?

You always have to be alert for potholes or bad road conditions. The center portion of a lane can have an oily strip as a result of leaks and exhaust emissions settling down. Avoid riding on oil and grease buildups - it's usually enough to move just a feet or two to the side to avoid it.

In which situations may you need a much longer following distance than normal?

Increase the following distance in bad conditions or whenever it’s hard to see the road ahead. In all conditions, you must maintain a sufficient following distance to the vehicle in front to avoid rear-end collisions.

Why should you be careful around a stopped bus?

If you see a stopped bus, watch out for pedestrians. They might not be able to see you and cross unexpectedly.

You are riding at night. How should you approach the following distance?

You should increase the following distance at night - allow for a three or four-second following distance at a minimum. Distances will be much harder to judge when it is dark outside, and your eyes will have a harder time determining speed and distance.

You're riding at night and become dazzled by the headlights of an oncoming vehicle. How should you act?

If you are dazzeld by the heaadlights of an oncoming vehicle, you may need to slow down and stop until you have regained vision fully. You can avoid being dazzled by others by looking to the right side of the road as you pass a vehicle with high beams activated.

When riding on the freeway, be prepared for:

The traffic conditions can change rapidly on a freeway. Be aware of your surroundings by regularly checking your mirrors etc.

Who has to wear a helmet on a motorcycle?

All riders and passengers must use a U.S. DOT compliant motorcycle safety helmen when riding a motorcycle. A majority of all serious and fatal motorcyclist injuries are head injuries - and a helmet will greatly reduce head injuries.

How often should you check the following items; cables, fasteners, fluid levels, wheels.

Riders have to do certain checks before every drip and other checks once a week. The items mentioned can be checked once a week or as often as recommended by the manufacturer.

Before changing lanes, it’s not enough to check your surrounding using ONLY your mirrors. You also have to:

Before changing lanes, don’t forget to check the blind spot! The blind spot is the area you can’t see by just using your mirrors, so there may be a vehicle hidden from view in the blind spot.

Passing across double solid yellow center lines is:

Double solid yellow center lines indicate that passing is prohibited in either direction.

What is the best protection you can have in traffic?

The single best protection you can have is distance to other vehicles in front, behind, and to the sides. This will give you time to react and space to maneuver if someone else makes a mistake.

Good brakes and bright clothes are also vital to have, but they are near useless if you cannot maintain a safety margin around your motorcycle.

In which of the following places will ice tend to develop faster than other areas?

Bridges and shaded areas tend to hide spots of ice as they freeze first on very cold and wet days. Overpasses and bridges aren’t warmed up by the earth (like the rest of the road). Shaded areas will also remain slippery for longer as the shade keeps ice from melting and moisture from evaporating.

Where must you stop at an intersection with a STOP sign and a STOP line?

Stop before the STOP line. Always come to a complete stop when facing a STOP sign or line.

During which hours are you and other drivers most likely to be involved in sleep-related accidents?

If you’re riding or driving when you would normally be sleeping, you're much more likely to nod off or fall asleep. Avoid fatigue by taking breaks regularly and not riding if you're tired. Every year almost 100,000 crashes are caused by drivers falling asleep across the U.S.

How should you park at hte roadside? At a:

Parking at the roadside should be done at an angle of 45 to 90 degrees to the curb and with a wheel/fender touching the curb.