West Virginia Motorcycle Permit Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is of dirt and gravel buildup.

The side of the road can be dangerous to motorcycles because the dirt and gravel that build up there provide little traction.

Not quite. The answer is 1 year.

According to the State of West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook, if you are convicted of filing false or fraudulent vehicle insurance information, you will be fined up to $1,000, sentenced to jail for up to one year, or both. (Note: The WV Code states that you will be fined up to $500, sentenced to jail for up to 15 days, or both.) Also, your license will be suspended for 90 days and your vehicle's registration may be revoked. [Compulsory Insurance; Chapter 2- Driver Responsibilities; State of West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook],

Source: WV Code § 17A-3-3

Not quite. The answer is you may be riding in their blind spots.

It can be dangerous to ride alongside cars because you may be riding in their blind spots.

Not quite. The answer is Do not walk.

Pedestrian signals are only for controlling pedestrian traffic. This signal showing an upraised hand tells pedestrians that they may not enter the crosswalk to cross the roadway. (Older signals had the words "DONT WALK" illuminated instead.) A signal showing a person walking tells pedestrians that they may enter the crosswalk. (Older signals had the word "WALK" illuminated instead.)

Not quite. The answer is you must not ride a motorcycle.

If you are carrying a package that prevents you from steering with both hands, you must not ride a motorcycle. Both hands are needed for riding.

Not quite. The answer is Narrow bridge ahead

This is a warning sign that indicates a narrow bridge ahead. The bridge is wide enough to accommodate two lanes of traffic, but with very little clearance.

Not quite. The answer is the left or right lane position.

Oil and grease tend to build up in the center of the lane. At locations where there is oil and grease buildup, ride in the left or right lane position. For the best traction, ride in the tire tracks left by other vehicles.

Not quite. The answer is Single file

When riding through curves, you should ride single file. Each motorcyclist may need to adjust his or her lane position throughout the curve.

Not quite. The answer is Flash your brake light.

Motorcycle brake lights are not as noticeable as car brake lights. Flash your brake light to alert the driver behind you.

Not quite. The answer is Traffic in the right lane must turn right, and traffic in the second lane should go straight or turn right.

This sign means that traffic in the right lane must turn right, and traffic in the second lane should either continue straight or turn right.

Not quite. The answer is Road turns ahead; slow to a safe speed.

The road ahead changes direction sharply. Drivers must slow down to a safe speed.

Not quite. The answer is the rider should lean with the motorcycle.

In normal turns, the rider should lean with the motorcycle. In slow, tight turns, the rider should remain upright while the motorcycle leans.

Not quite. The answer is $50,000

In West Virginia, your vehicle liability insurance policy must include at least $50,000 in coverage for the bodily injuries or deaths of two or more persons in any one accident. This requirement applies to motorcycles as well as cars.

Source: WV Code § 17D-4-2

Not quite. The answer is in any of the above situations.

You should check your mirrors when you are about to change lanes, about to slow down, or stopped at an intersection.

Not quite. The answer is Left

To increase your line of sight ahead, ride in the left lane position. It lets you see beyond the vehicle in front of you and spot oncoming hazards.

Not quite. The answer is 3

Many different violations of the rules of the road carry three points each. Examples include failing to obey a stop sign, failing to obey a traffic signal, and driving the wrong way on a one-way street. If you are convicted of failing to obey a traffic sign or traffic signal, you will also be fined up to $100 for a first offense or up to $200 for a second such offense within a year. [Point Scale; Chapter II – Driver Responsibilities; State of West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook],

Source: WV Code § 17C-3-4

Not quite. The answer is You are 444 miles from the state line or the end of this road.

Mileposts are located at regular intervals so that drivers will always be in sight of one. They are placed along the edge of the roadway to give drivers information about their locations on the highway for navigational and emergency purposes. The number on the milepost usually indicates the distance in miles to the state line or the end of the road.

Not quite. The answer is The left portion of the lane at a safe following distance

Passing and being passed by another vehicle is not much different than with a car. However, visibility is more critical. Before starting to pass, ride in the left portion of the lane at a safe following distance to increase your line of sight and make you more visible. Signal left and check for oncoming traffic. Use your mirrors and turn your head to look for traffic behind.

Not quite. The answer is 18

A driver under 18 years of age who is convicted of DUI will have his or her license revoked for the standard underage penalty period or until he or she turns 18, whichever is longer. The standard penalty period for drivers under 21 years of age is at least 30 days for a first offense or at least 60 days for a second offense.

Source: Penalties for Driving Under the Influence; Chapter III – Driving Under the Influence; State of West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook

Not quite. The answer is farther away than they are.

A motorcycle's convex side mirrors have a wide field of view, but they make cars seem farther away than they actually are.