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B: A three-wheel permit or endorsement. Washington requires separate training, testing and endorsements for two- and three-wheeled motorcycles; a three-wheeler needs a three-wheel permit or endorsement. Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: Two- and Three-Wheel Motorcycle Endorsements, page 1-1.

C: $389. The manual says the minimum fine for riding without an endorsement is $389, and the motorcycle may be impounded. Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: Two- and Three-Wheel Motorcycle Endorsements, page 1-1.

B: Four: two knowledge tests and two riding skills tests. A 2W endorsement requires four tests: the permit knowledge and skills tests and the endorsement knowledge and skills tests. Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: Obtaining Your Permit/Endorsement, page 1-2.

D: 50. DOL says the 2W permit knowledge test has 50 questions; the endorsement knowledge test has 25. Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: Permit knowledge test.

B: 25. The endorsement knowledge test has 25 questions on cornering, decision-making and hazard management. Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: Endorsement knowledge test.

C: A quick stop at about 20-25 mph and a timed figure 8. The pass/fail endorsement skills test includes a quick stop at approximately 20-25 mph and a timed figure 8 for left and right cornering. Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: Endorsement riding skills test.

C: By DOL-contracted motorcycle training schools. All permit and endorsement tests are given by DOL-contracted (partner) training schools. Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: Endorsement Testing, page 1-5.

D: Three business days. There is a waiting period of three business days after completing the required exams before you may have the endorsement added. Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: Endorsement Testing, page 1-5.

B: 16. Riders must be at least 16 and hold a current Washington driver license. Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: Instruction Permits, page 1-3.

D: No passengers and no riding at night. Instruction permit holders may not carry passengers and may not ride during hours of darkness (RCW 46.20.510). Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: Instruction Permits; RCW 46.20.510(2), page 1-3.

B: 180 days. Permits expire after 180 days and may be renewed one time before the first permit expires. Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: Instruction Permits, page 1-3.

B: Two. You are only allowed two permits within a 5-year period. Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: Instruction Permits, page 1-3.

D: The permit and a valid driver's license. RCW 46.20.510 lets a permit holder ride on public highways if they have immediate possession of the permit and a valid driver's license. Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: RCW 46.20.510(2) Effect of motorcycle instruction permit.

A: Satisfactorily complete an approved motorcycle safety course, with parental permission. Washington law requires all riders under 18 to complete an approved safety course before applying for an endorsement, with parental permission. Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: Obtaining Your Permit/Endorsement, page 1-2.

B: Only a two-wheel endorsement. Without proof of a separate and distinct three-wheel test, DOL will only offer a two-wheel endorsement. Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: Transferring from Out-of-State, page 1-6.

A: Every operator and passenger, regardless of age. RCW 46.37.530 requires anyone operating or riding a motorcycle, motor-driven cycle or moped on public roads to wear a DOT motorcycle helmet with the strap fastened. Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: Helmets; RCW 46.37.530(1)(c), page 2-2.

D: No, novelty helmets are not DOT compliant and may not be worn. Novelty helmets are not DOT compliant and may not be worn on public roadways on a two- or three-wheeled motorcycle. Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: Helmets, page 2-2.

D: While the motorcycle is in motion. RCW 46.37.530 requires the motorcycle helmet neck or chin strap to be fastened securely while the vehicle is in motion. Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: RCW 46.37.530(1)(c).

C: When the motorcycle is equipped with a windshield. Washington requires glasses, goggles or a face shield unless the motorcycle has a windshield. Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: Eye Protection; RCW 46.37.530(1)(b), page 2-4.

A: Ear plugs are legal, but in-ear speakers (ear buds) are not. In-ear hearing protection (ear plugs) is legal in Washington, but in-ear speakers (ear buds) are not. Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: Hearing Protection, page 2-6.

B: 5. Any passenger on a two- or three-wheeled motorcycle must be at least five years old; RCW 46.37.530 forbids carrying a child under five. Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: Carrying Passengers and Cargo; RCW 46.37.530(1)(d), page 3-11.

C: A passenger seat, footboards or pegs, and a DOT-compliant helmet. Passengers must have a passenger seat and footboards or pegs and are required to wear a DOT-compliant helmet. Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: Carrying Passengers and Cargo, page 3-11.

B: No, it is against the law. RCW 46.61.608(3) prohibits operating a motorcycle between lanes of traffic or between adjacent lines or rows of vehicles; the manual also says riding on the shoulder is illegal. Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: Lane Choice; RCW 46.61.608(3), page 5-1.

B: No, a motorcyclist may not overtake and pass in the same lane occupied by the vehicle being overtaken. RCW 46.61.608(2) prohibits overtaking and passing in the same lane occupied by the vehicle being overtaken (passing pedestrians or bicyclists with at least three feet is excepted). Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: RCW 46.61.608(2).

A: No more than two. It is legal for two motorcycles to ride side by side in a lane, but not more than two abreast (RCW 46.61.608(4)). Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: Give Each Other Space; RCW 46.61.608(4), page 5-13.

B: At any time. The manual notes that in Washington motorcycles are allowed to use HOV lanes at any time. Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: Lane Choice, page 5-2.

A: No motor vehicle may deprive a motorcycle of the full use of a lane. RCW 46.61.608(1): all motorcycles are entitled to full use of a lane and no motor vehicle may be driven so as to deprive a motorcycle of it. Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: RCW 46.61.608(1).

C: Mirrors, muffler, horn, license plate, headlight, taillight and turn signals. The manual lists mirrors, muffler, horn, license plate, headlight, taillight and turn signals as required equipment. Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: Riding a Two-Wheeled Motorcycle: The Right Bike for You, page 3-1.

A: At least 200 feet. Mirrors on the left and right must give a complete view of the highway for at least 200 feet to the rear. Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: RCW 46.37.530(1)(a).

C: Yes, it is mandatory under RCW 46.30.020. The manual states liability insurance is mandatory for all motorcycles under RCW 46.30.020. Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: Two- and Three-Wheel Motorcycle Endorsements, page 1-1.

B: 0.02%. Washington applies a 0.02% BAC limit to riders under 21; adults are intoxicated at 0.08% or above. Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: Alcohol and the Law, page 6-3.

C: 5 nanograms. The manual says a blood THC concentration of 5 nanograms is the impairment level for a person over 21. Washington Motorcycle Operator Manual: Marijuana, page 6-3.