Questions and Answers
What are the top 5 reasons motorcyclists crash on Utah highways?
What depth must the tire tread be?
2/32 inch
What must every motorcycle and motor-driven cycle be equipped with?
Head lamp, tail lamp, rear license plate light, red reflector, stop lamp, braking system, horn, muffler, mirror, foot rests, handlebars, turn signals for newer models.
All motorcycles manufactured after what date must be equipped with turn signals?
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It is against the law for anyone under what age to operate or ride a motorcycle without a helmet?
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How much of a fine can a court waive for a motorcycle operator wearing protective headgear?
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What must a motor vehicle requiring state registration do to operate on Utah streets?
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Can a person operate a motorcycle in Utah if it is not registered?
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What proof of insurance is required when registering a motorcycle?
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What must everyone operating a motorcycle on Utah public roads possess?
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What are the restrictions for a motorcycle learner permit during the first two months?
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What are the restrictions for motorcycle learner permit holders from months three through six?
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When may the two-month learner permit requirement be waived for those under 19?
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Who provides the motorcycle for your road test?
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What is Tiered Licensing?
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How many parts are there to the motorcycle skills test?
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When are motorcycle skills tests given?
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What are the four parts to the two-wheeled motorcycle testing?
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What must you have in your immediate possession when operating a motorcycle?
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What proof of financial responsibility must be carried when operating a motorcycle?
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Motorcycles are permitted to use what lanes?
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What must a person operating a motor vehicle in Utah consent to?
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What happens if a person does not comply with a peace officer's request for a chemical test?
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For how long must you signal your intention to turn or change lanes?
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When must you yield to an authorized emergency vehicle?
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You cannot carry another person on a motorcycle unless it is designed for what?
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Where must passenger riders sit on a motorcycle?
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When is it unlawful to operate a motorcycle?
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What are all motorcycles entitled to on the road?
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When can you not pass a car?
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When is it unlawful to pass a car on a motorcycle?
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What is the max amount of motorcycles that can ride side by side in a single lane?
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It is unlawful to throw what from a moving vehicle?
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How must all vehicles be equipped, maintained, and operated?
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No person under what age may operate a motor vehicle in Utah?
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What must a person do within ten days of moving from the address on their license?
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What is a motorcycle according to Utah Traffic Code?
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When is a motorcycle endorsement required?
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Study Notes
Motorcycle Crash Causes
- Top reasons for crashes on Utah highways include: speed too fast (13%), followed too closely (8%), swerved or evasive action (6%), failed to keep in proper lane (5%), ran off road (5%).
Motorcycle Equipment Requirements
- Every motorcycle must have: 1 headlamp, 1 tail lamp, a rear license plate illuminator, 1 rear red reflector, 1 stop lamp, braking system, horn, muffler, emission control, mirror, and footrests for passengers.
- All motorcycles manufactured after January 1, 1973 must be equipped with turn signals.
Helmet and Age Requirements
- Riders under 18 years old must wear protective headgear that meets Federal standards while operating a motorcycle on public roads.
Fine Waiver for Safety Gear
- Courts may waive $8 of a fine for motorcycle operators aged 18 or older if they were wearing compliant protective headgear.
Vehicle Registration and Safety Inspection
- Motorcycles must pass annual safety inspections before operation on Utah streets; safety inspection certificates are required during registration or renewal.
- Some areas may also require an emission test.
Insurance Requirements
- Motorcycle operators must provide proof of insurance when registering their vehicle and must carry evidence of insurance when operating it. Failing to do so can result in license or registration surrender.
Motorcycle License and Learner's Permit
- Valid driver’s license with motorcycle endorsement is mandatory for riding.
- Learner's permit holders may not ride at night, carry passengers, or operate on highways with posted speeds of 60 mph or more for the first two months.
- After six months, there are no restrictions for learner's permit holders.
Motorcycle Skills Testing
- The skills test consists of four parts and is by appointment only.
- Testing includes maneuvers such as normal stop, U-turn, quick stop, and obstacle stop.
- Applicants must use their own motorcycle for the test.
Riding Regulations
- Motorcycles are allowed in HOV lanes.
- Drivers must signal before turning or changing lanes for at least two seconds.
- When approached by emergency vehicles, operators must yield and stop until the vehicle passes.
Passenger Regulations
- Passengers can only be carried on motorcycles designed for more than one person.
- Passengers must sit on a designated seat and the motorcycle must have footrests for passenger safety.
Lane Usage and Passing Laws
- Motorcycles are entitled to full use of a lane and may not pass in the same lane as another vehicle.
- Riding between lanes or rows of vehicles is illegal.
Noise Regulations
- Vehicles must be maintained to avoid excessive noise.
Minimum Age for Operating a Motorcycle
- A minimum age of 16 years is required to operate a motor vehicle on Utah roads.
Address Change Notification
- Licenses must be updated with new addresses within ten days of moving.
Definition of a Motorcycle
- A motorcycle is a motor vehicle with a seat for the rider and designed for no more than three wheels in contact with the ground.
Licensing and Endorsements
- A driver's license and motorcycle endorsement are required to operate a motorcycle on public roads.
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This quiz covers the essential regulations and safety requirements for motorcycle operators in Utah, including crash causes, equipment mandates, and helmet laws. Test your knowledge on the critical safety inspections needed for motorcycles and the implications of wearing protective gear.