Illinois DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. It is dangerous to ride beside a line of parked cars because Someone may open his or her door into your path. Traction is poor beside parked cars. It decreases visibility You may collide with a car.

2. Before each ride, you should adjust The side mirrors. The clutch. Your seat The throttle.

3. What portion of a traffic lane does a motorcycle need to operate safely? A full lane width. A quarter of a lane width. A third of a lane width. Half a lane width.

4. When riding long distances, how often should you stop and stretch? Once per trip. Every five hours. Every 50 miles. Every two hours.

5. When carrying loads: Keep the load low and as far forward as possible. Keep the load to the rear of the motorcycle. Fasten the load against the frame on the back of the seat.

6. When stopping in a curve, what should you do? Grab the rear brake only. Try to get the motorcycle perpendicular to the road. Lean over as much as possible Increase your speed before stopping.

7. When riding through a curve, the most effective lane position Is in the center of the lane position. Is the right of the lane position. Is any lane position as long as you maintain it Will change throughout the curve.

8. For an adequate space cushion, maintain a following distance of at least ____ seconds Three. One. 4 Two.

9. What is the best way to protect your eyes while riding a motorcycle? A helmet. Protective glasses. Goggles. A plastic face shield.

10. Motorcycles are especially in danger when being passed by large vehicles because Large vehicles cannot accelerate as fast as motorcycles. Their drivers are often tired from working long hours. Large vehicles tend to swerve into your lane Large blasts of wind can affect your control.

11. On slippery surfaces you should Use both brakes . Use the rear brake only. Avoid using brakes Use the front brake only.

12. Slippery surfaces can be even more dangerous if you are Using both brakes. Riding in the right of the lane position. Riding in the left of the lane position Only using one brake.

13. How can you ride safely on slippery surfaces? Reduce your speed and avoid sudden moves. Ride on the slipperiest portion of the lane. Increase your speed to maintain balance Lean opposite to the motorcycle during turns.

14. A motorcycle rider has an advantage over an automobile driver when passing parked vehicles because: A motorcycle can accelerate faster than a car. A motorcycle rider can avoid the problems of opening doors and people stepping out from between vehicles by driving in the left part of the lane. Motorcycles have a shorter stopping distance.

15. How many positions are available to a motorcycle in one lane of traffic? 4 2 3 1

16. You are being closely followed, and as you approach an intersection, the light turns yellow. what should you do? Tap your brake to flash your brake light. Accelerate to make it through the light. Move into another lane Beep your horn to warn the driver.

17. Maximum straight-line braking is achieved by Applying only the front brake. Applying both brakes without locking the wheels. Applying both brakes until the wheels lock Pulling in the clutch.

18. Which of the following should not be done at night? Use your high beam. Increase your speed. Increase your following distance Adjust your lane position when necessary.

19. Why is maintaining a space cushion important? It gives you space to maneuver. It gives you time to react. It gives you time to correct your mistakes It does all of these.

20. It may be important to change your lane position if you are Riding on a multilane road. Riding in a residential area. Approaching a blind intersection Being followed.

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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.