Illinois DMV Motorcycle Test

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

2. 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.

3. A ____ second following distance is the minimum space cushion for safe riding. 1 5 2 3

4. What can you do to help keep your balance in turns? Crouch down low. Pull in the clutch and coast. Keep your knees against the gas tank Slow down before the turn.

5. As you approach an obstacle that you will need to ride over, you should Slow down as much as possible. Maintain the same speed. Come to a complete stop Increase your speed.

6. 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.

7. An approved helmet can save a motorcycle rider from ____ in most collision situations. Skidding. Fire. Hitting other vehicles. A serious head and neck injury.

8. As a motorcycle rider, how many positions do you have available in a single traffic lane? One. Three. Two. 4

9. The best way to swerve is to Avoid braking and press the handlegrip on the side of the direction in which you want to turn. Press the handlegrip on the side opposite to the direction in which you want to turn. Brake while you are swerving Pull in the clutch and apply the rear brake.

10. A hazardous place for motorcycles to travel is In school zones. On freeways. At intersections On rural roads.

11. When you turn: Keep your hear and eyes straight to maintain balance. Look through the turn to where you want to go. Always lean at the same angle as the motorcycle.

12. When passing a row of parked cars, you must be alert because of Drivers opening their doors. Cars exiting their parking spots. People emerging from between cars All these answers are correct.

13. When starting off on your motorcycle, you should start with your right wrist Down. Up. Flat Locked.

14. Motorcycle cargo should not be secured with Rope. Saddlebags. Elastic cords Tank bags.

15. Weaving when riding over a metal grating Is not hazardous. Is dangerous to motorcycle riders. Is caused by poor motorcycle skills Is harmful to the motorcycle.

16. In any collision, you have a far better chance of avoiding serious injury when you wear Protective clothing. A motorcycle safety helmet that is U.S. dot compliant. Face or eye protection All of the above.

17. Each lane of traffic has ____ position(s) for a motorcycle to travel. 4 One. Three. Two.

18. When riding a motorcycle, your arms are primarily used for Applying the brakes. Holding yourself up. Steering the motorcycle Making arm signals.

19. Why are gravel roads potentially dangerous for motorcycle riders? Other drivers are known to drive recklessly. They do not have posted speed limits. Gravel provides less traction than pavement Lane markings are not present.

20. In countersteering to initiate a turn, pushing the right handgrip will allow the motorcycle to Make a u-turn only. Turn left. Stay straight on course Turn right.

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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.