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1. It is important to maintain a space cushion behind the vehicle in front of you
2. When you ride in a group
3. When making a slow, tight turn, how can you maintain balance?
4. To execute a turn safely a motorcycle rider should always:
5. When preparing to pass the vehicle in front of you, you can increase your line of sight by
6. The rear brake provides ____ of the motorcycle's stopping power.
7. To avoid confusing other drivers you should:
8. The best formation when riding in a group is
9. When it comes to tinted eye protection, it
10. For an adequate space cushion, maintain a following distance of at least ____ seconds
11. A motorcycle mini-lane is
12. An approved helmet can save a motorcycle rider from ____ in most collision situations.
13. What is the most common type of motorcycle crash at an intersection?
14. Which of the following is the most likely place for a collision?
15. When conducting the evaluate step of the see procedure, what are you looking for?
16. Because motorcycles accelerate faster than other vehicles on the road, you must
17. When should you use both front and rear brakes to stop?
18. When looking where you want to turn, you should
19. When following another vehicle, the ____ lane position is the best for being seen.
20. When riding in a group, group members should communicate by
To operate a motorcycle in Illinois, you must have a valid Class M or Class L license. You can receive a license from a Secretary of State (SOS) facility. A Class L license permits you to drive motorcycles, motorbikes, mopeds, and scooters that are 150cc or less. A Class M license allows to you operate any type of motorcycle. Minors can apply for a 24-month motorcycle instruction permit to operate motorbikes that are 150cc or less. If you are 18 or older, you may apply for a 12-month instruction permit for any type of motorcycle.
To receive a motorcycle instruction permit, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the motorcycle knowledge test, and pay the fees. Minors must also successfully complete a driver's education course. To receive a Class L or M license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the motorcycle skills test, and pay the fees. Additionally, anyone under the age of 18 must complete an approved motorcycle training course. Applicants who are over the age of 18 may complete the state's Motorcycle Rider Education Course in lieu of the written and driving exams.
The written exam can be taken at your local SOS office. The test contains 25 questions about how to safely operate a motorcycle. You must answer 20 questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle skills test assesses your on-cycle abilities. If you fail either test, you must wait seven days to retest.