Kansas DMV Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 2024

A small object appears farther away and will appear to be traveling slower than they actually are. A common cause of motorcycle accidents is when drivers pull out in front of the motorcyclist, expecting to have plenty of time but misjudging the distance to the motorcyclist.

Pull over on the right as soon as it’s safe to do so.

If you experience any of these symptoms, pull off the road for a while!

Slower reaction time and microsleeping (falling asleep for a very short time) are also signs that you’re too tired to drive.

Treat out-of-order intersections like a 4-Way Stop i.e. like all vehicles approaching the intersection are facing STOP signs This means you must first come to a complete stop, and then apply the ‘right-of-way’ rules.

To be seen in the rearview mirror of the vehicle in front and prevent other drivers from sharing your lane, the center lane position is usually the best.

Check your tire pressure frequently. Low tire pressure will increase the rolling resistance and therefore your vehicle will need to work harder to compensate.

Braking in a curve may cause your motorcycle to skid. This can be avoided by slowing down beforehand.

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.

The stopping distance is the distance it takes for your vehicle to come to a complete stop from the moment you spot a hazard. This means that the stopping distance is affected by both the reaction distance AND the braking distance.

The stopping distance is affected by many different factors - e.g. the road and weather conditions, the condition of your brakes/tires, and your speed.

Motorcyclists must be especially careful if they ride over an object that can damage the tires or get stuck in the drive chain or belt. Always pull off the road and double-check that everything is OK before continuing.

A motorcycle's horn won't be as loud as other vehicles', but this also means you can use it more freely. Use it whenever you need to get someone's attention quickly.

Always make it as easy as possible for other drivers to merge. When approaching an acceleration lane, you should either change lanes or leave a large-enough gap in front of your vehicle for traffic to merge into.

Motorcyclists have to see the road ahead so they can scan for potholes or other road hazards that other vehicles would not care about. However, a 2-3 second following distance is not enough for you to safely avoid a collision in all conditions if the vehicle in front has to brake. You also need to consider your reaction time, the condition of your brakes, the weather conditions, and much more.

Large vehicles and motorcycles are more affected by side winds than other vehicles. A strong gust of wind can make a rider swerve, or "lift" a large truck off the road. Be extra careful when driving on viaducts, bridges or open streches of road as they are hot spots for strong winds.

Always use both brakes at the same time to come to a stop, especially if you have to stop quickly.

Drinking the same amount of alcohol on different days can result in different BAC levels as there are many factors affecting the BAC. Another thing to keep in mind when drinking alcohol is that alcohol stays in your system for a while - many riders/drivers test above zero BAC the morning after drinking.

It is extremely important that motorcycle riders signal properly as they are already vulnerable in traffic and more likely to be in an accident compared to car drivers. Signaling reduces confusion, will help traffic know of your intentions, and will make you easier to see. Use them anytime you plan to change lanes or turn.

You should never tailgate another road user! Tailgating leads to a limited view of the road ahead, and you will have less time to react in case the driver in front brakes. For these reasons, tailgating is a common cause of rear-end collisions.

Separate braking from swerving - i.e. only brake before or after swerving. If you brake while swerving, you increase the risk of falling over.

Certain toll highways use transponders or electronic payment devices to detect riders as they pass the toll station. Refer to your local toll highway for instructions on how their toll reader system works.

In general, you may place the payment device in a number of locations as long as the toll reader can detect the device. These locations are: in your pocket; in a storage compartment, on the windshield, on the license plate device, or inside a cycle net draped across the gas tank.