Nevada: Licensing basics — Motorcycle Instruction Permit and License Practice Test
Questions in this part include: “What is the minimum age to get a motorcycle instruction permit?” · “Which of these is not allowed when driving with a motorcycle instruction permit?”
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Questions are original and based on the official manual "Nevada Driver's Handbook" (March 2024 (DMV 700)), Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles.
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What is the minimum age to get a motorcycle instruction permit?
- 15½ years
- 14 years
- 16 years
- 18 years
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Correct answer: 15½ years
A motorcycle instruction permit requires being at least 15½ years old.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 18 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 18)
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Which tests must you pass to get a motorcycle instruction permit?
- A vision test, a general knowledge test and a motorcycle road test
- A general knowledge test and a motorcycle drive test only
- A vision test, a general knowledge test and a motorcycle knowledge test
- The motorcycle knowledge test only
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Correct answer: A vision test, a general knowledge test and a motorcycle knowledge test
The permit requires a vision test, a general driver license knowledge test and the motorcycle knowledge test.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 18 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 18)
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What may be substituted for the motorcycle tests?
- Holding a Class C license for one year
- Passing an approved motorcycle safety course
- A letter from a parent or guardian
- Completing 100 hours of supervised driving
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Correct answer: Passing an approved motorcycle safety course
Passing an approved motorcycle safety course may be substituted for the motorcycle tests.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 18 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 18)
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How often may an adult's motorcycle instruction permit be renewed?
- Once every single year
- Twice in every five years
- Whenever the permit expires
- Only once every five years
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Correct answer: Only once every five years
A permit for age 18 or older may be renewed only once every five years.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 18 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 18)
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What must a person who supervises a motorcycle instruction permit holder have?
- A commercial driver license
- A valid motorcycle license
- A Class A license
- A motorcycle safety instructor certificate
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Correct answer: A valid motorcycle license
The supervising licensed driver must have a valid motorcycle license.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 18 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 18)
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What is the minimum age of a licensed driver who supervises a motorcycle instruction permit holder?
- 21 years
- 18 years
- 19 years
- 25 years
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Correct answer: 21 years
The supervising driver must be at least 21 years old.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 18 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 18)
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How much driving experience must a person supervising a motorcycle instruction permit holder have?
- At least six months
- At least two years
- At least one year
- At least five years
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Correct answer: At least one year
The supervising driver must have at least one year of driving experience.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 18 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 18)
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Where must the licensed driver who supervises a motorcycle instruction permit holder be?
- Seated beside the permit holder in a car
- Riding on a motorcycle
- Following in a truck
- Watching from the side of the road
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Correct answer: Riding on a motorcycle
The supervising driver must also be riding on a motorcycle at the time of supervision and may not be in a car or truck.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 18 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 18)
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When may you drive with a motorcycle instruction permit?
- At any hour with a supervisor
- Only after sunset
- Only on weekends
- During daylight hours only
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Correct answer: During daylight hours only
With a motorcycle instruction permit you may drive during daylight hours only.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 18 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 18)
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Which of these is not allowed when driving with a motorcycle instruction permit?
- Practicing with a supervisor riding another motorcycle
- Driving in daylight hours
- Carrying passengers
- Riding with a helmet
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Correct answer: Carrying passengers
With a motorcycle instruction permit you may not carry passengers or drive on freeways or other high-speed roadways.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 18 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 18)
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Where may a driver with a motorcycle instruction permit not drive?
- On freeways or other high-speed roadways
- On residential streets with little traffic
- On quiet two-lane roads in daylight hours
- In parking lots and driveways of businesses
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Correct answer: On freeways or other high-speed roadways
A motorcycle instruction permit holder may not drive on freeways or other high-speed roadways.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 18 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 18)
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Which skills test must you pass for a Nevada motorcycle driver license?
- The Motorcycle Rider Safety Evaluation
- The Motorcycle Operators Skills Test (MOST)
- The Commercial Skills Test
- The Moped Operators Skills Test
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Correct answer: The Motorcycle Operators Skills Test (MOST)
A motorcycle license requires passing the Motorcycle Operators Skills Test (MOST).
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 18 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 18)
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What does the motorcycle drive test include before the riding maneuvers?
- A pre-trip inspection
- A written essay
- A physical fitness evaluation
- A vehicle registration check
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Correct answer: A pre-trip inspection
The motorcycle drive test includes a pre-trip inspection, where you must know and understand your motorcycle's controls and equipment.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 18 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 18)
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Besides the controls and equipment, what else does the examiner check during the motorcycle drive test?
- The tire tread depth and oil level
- The seat belt and air bags
- The turn signals and horn
- The windshield wipers and defroster
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Correct answer: The turn signals and horn
The examiner will also check the turn signals and horn.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 18 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 18)
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What are you required to wear when driving your motorcycle?
- Gloves
- A helmet
- Boots
- A reflective vest
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Correct answer: A helmet
When driving your motorcycle, you are required to wear a helmet.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 18 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 18)
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What should you wear if your motorcycle does not have a windshield or screen?
- A bright reflective jacket and gloves
- A full-length raincoat and boots
- Hearing protection and gloves
- A protective face shield or goggles
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Correct answer: A protective face shield or goggles
If your motorcycle does not have a windshield or screen, you should wear a protective face shield or goggles.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 18 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 18)
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What happens if you fail the motorcycle skills test given by the DMV two or more times?
- You must wait one year before you may test again
- Your driver license is suspended for one year
- Future motorcycle instruction permits are permanently denied
- You must retake the general knowledge test and vision test
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Correct answer: Future motorcycle instruction permits are permanently denied
Failing the motorcycle skills test administered by the DMV two or more times results in a permanent denial of future motorcycle instruction permits.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 18 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 18)
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What may be waived if you surrender a valid motorcycle license from another state?
- The road test
- The vision test
- The helmet requirement
- The application
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Correct answer: The road test
If you are surrendering a valid motorcycle license or a valid driver license with a motorcycle endorsement from another state, the road test may be waived.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 18 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 18)