Virginia DMV Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 2024

If you are not used to convex mirrors, you will think vehicles are farther away than they really are. Get familiar with your convex mirrors before you ride anywhere by practicing in a parking lot until you become a good judge of how objects appear in the mirrors.

If you need to leave the road to check the motorcycle, get as far off the road as you can. Motorcycles that are stopped by the side of the road can be very hard to see, so you want to give yourself as much space as you can to the road.

You should remain in the center portion of your lane when being passed from behind by an oncoming vehicle. If you ride to the left, you will get too close to the vehicle, and riding too far to the right can invite the other drive to move back into your lane too early.

The motorcycle skills test is a pass/fail test that requires the rider to demonstrate several skills. The purpose of the motorcycle skills test is to determine your ability to maneuver in normal traffic situations. One skill you will be asked to demonstrate is to do a serpentine ride, i.e. weaving through a row of traffic cones spaced 12 feet apart.

To increase your line of sign and make you more visible before passing another vehicle, you can position yourself in the left portion of your lane. After checking the mirrors and blind spot, signal and move into the left lane, accelerate, and overtake the vehicle. Drive as quickly as you can through the blind spot. Signal again and look in your mirrors before returning to your original lane.

Riding near parked vehicles is especially dangerous for motorcycles as they may not be spottted even if the driver looks. In general, try to maximize the space around you by remaining in the center portion of the lane so you can avoid the more common accidents like doors opening, vehicles pulling out from the curb, or people that step out from between vehicles.

It’s not unusual for drivers to forget to signal (even though it is absolutely necessary!) or signal too late when changing lanes.

Try to determine in advance which vehicles may need to change lanes. For example, you can expect a vehicle that has just passed you using the left lane on the highway to soon merge back into your lane.

After collisions with motorcycels, drivers often claim that they did not see the motorcycle at all. This can be explained by the motorcycle's smaller outline that is much harder to spot than a car. In addition, drivers often glance in their mirrors to look for vehicles and may miss the small outline of the motorcycle. Wear bright or reflective clothing to help others see you - or anything else you can do to increase visibility.

Motorcycle riders must bve aware of what is going on around them to make safe decisions. Do not just focus on what is happening ahead, but also on what is happening behind and around you. Traffic conditions can change quickly.

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.

All of these special conditions may require the passenger to hold on so they don't fall off. Explain them before you start the trip.

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.

The big errors riders and drivers make in snow and on ice are; to over-power, to over-brake, or to over-steer. Use your brakes carefully and keep your speed steady and slow.

Interstate highway speeds are fast. As you’re riding fast, you need to look further ahead to give yourself more time to react and respond to potential hazards.

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

Don't remove a motorcyclist’s helmet unless it's essential. Removing hte helmet may worsen spinal/neck injuries.

Railroad crossings are dangerous, which means you need to be careful om approach. Slow down on approach and be prepared to stop - look in both directions for approaching trains even if the lights are not flashing. Remember that lights/signals can and do malfunction.

Motorcycles are small and difficult to spot. To increase your chances of being seen, use headlights even during the day.

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.

Don’t pass near any curve, crest or hill with limited visibility! Even if you think the road is clear, there may be oncoming traffic hiding just behind the curve. You can pass after the curve if the road is clear.