Section 257.972. Examination for indorsement.

(1) An applicant shall pass an  examination   given  by  the department which is designed to test the competency of the  applicant   to operate a motorcycle on the highways of this state in a knowledgeable and safe manner and with safety to himself or herself   and   other   persons   or property.

(2)   The examination shall be in writing or oral, at the option of  the department, and shall include questions concerning all  of   the  following items:

(a)  ) General rules of the road.

(b)   Specific rules of the road as they apply to motorcycles.

(c)   Equipment requirements for motorcycles.

(d)  Safety requirements for motorcycles.

(e)   Safe motorcycle riding techniques, including starting, shifting, braking, and turning.

(f)    Defensive driving techniques for motorcycles, including night driving and operating a motorcycle in adverse road or weather  conditions.

(g)   Emergency situations.

History: 1984 AACS.