Kansas Motorcycle Permit Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is A playground is ahead.

This is a warning sign indicating a playground ahead.

Not quite. The answer is at least 40 mph.

This sign means that under normal traffic, weather, and road conditions, you may not drive slower than 40 mph. Such minimum speeds are posted to improve traffic flow and safety. However, if driving conditions are hazardous, you may drive at a speed below the posted minimum speed.

Not quite. The answer is No.

This sign indicates that parking is prohibited here between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.

Not quite. The answer is No trucks are allowed on this road.

A red circle with a diagonal red slash means "no." The red slash over the truck indicates that trucks are not allowed on this road. Truck drivers must look for an alternate route.

Not quite. The answer is an intersection with U.S. Route 22 is ahead.

This sign means that you are approaching a junction of your roadway and U.S. Route 22. The U.S. Routes are a network of roads and highways whose construction began decades before the start of the Interstate Highway System. U.S. Route 22, one of the oldest, runs from Cincinnati OH to Newark NJ.

Not quite. The answer is freeway interchange sign.

This sign is a freeway interchange sign. This sign indicates that you are approaching an interchange.

Not quite. The answer is Cover the clutch and the brake.

To reduce your reaction time, cover the clutch and the brake so you will be prepared to stop quickly.

Not quite. The answer is flat, so you won't use too much throttle.

Position your right wrist flat so that you won't use too much throttle when starting off.

Not quite. The answer is 15

A Kansas resident may apply for a restricted driver's license at the age of 15.

Source: Types of Driver's Licenses and Driver's Permits, Chapter 1: The Driver's License, Kansas Driving Handbook

Not quite. The answer is should not leave the pavement.

This sign represents a soft shoulder. The dirt on the side of the road is soft. Don't leave the pavement except in an emergency.

Not quite. The answer is be placed firmly on the footrests.

To help maintain balance, your feet should be placed firmly on the footrests.

Not quite. The answer is vehicles from either direction to make a left turn.

The sign and pavement markings indicate that the middle lane is a two-way left-turn lane, also known as a shared center turning lane. Vehicles from either direction may enter this lane only to make left turns. This lane must never be used for through traffic.

Not quite. The answer is an upcoming side road.

This sign shows a side road ahead. Watch for vehicles entering from that direction.

Not quite. The answer is in heavy traffic.

You should increase your following distance in heavy traffic. Heavy traffic can lead to sudden and unexpected stops.

Not quite. The answer is take frequent rest breaks.

The best way to stay alert while riding a motorcycle is to take frequent rest breaks. Riding a motorcycle is more tiring than driving a car. Take the time to get off and stretch.

Not quite. The answer is twist it back and forth.

If your throttle is stuck, first try to twist it back and forth to free it. If that doesn't work, operate the engine kill switch and pull in the clutch at the same time. This will cut power to the rear wheel.

Not quite. The answer is All of the above

Before every ride, you should check your motorcycle's tires, lights, and chassis.

Not quite. The answer is Shifting into a higher gear too soon

As your motorcycle increases speed, you should shift up soon enough to avoid over-revving the engine, but not so soon as to cause the engine to lug. Shifting into a higher gear too soon can cause a motorcycle engine to lug.

Not quite. The answer is Center

To be seen by the driver of the vehicle ahead of you, you should ride in the center lane position. This will put your image in the middle of the vehicle's rear-view mirror. Drivers tend to check their rear-view mirror more often than their side mirrors.

Not quite. The answer is a shatter-resistant face shield.

The best face protection is a shatter-resistant face shield. It covers the largest area and is unlikely to blow off in the wind.