Illinois DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When preparing to pass the vehicle in front of you, you can increase your line of sight by Pulling into oncoming traffic. Riding in the left of the lane position. Riding in the center of the lane position Riding in the right of the lane position.

2. If you are carrying a lot of cargo, you may need to adjust your Saddlebags. Suspension. Handlebars Helmet.

3. Motorcycles should share lanes with cars when There is heavy traffic. It is never safe to share a lane with a car. Riding with other motorcycles Riding in a designated area only.

4. What is the most common type of motorcycle crash at an intersection? Motorcycles not yielding to traffic in the intersection. Drivers entering the motorcycle's right-of-way. Drivers following too closely. Motorcycles exceeding the speed limit.

5. Head checks while riding motorcycles Are not required because motorcycles do not have blind spots. Only need to be done when preparing for a left turn. Only need to be done at night Should be performed before changing lanes.

6. You should check your mirrors when All these answers are correct. You are stopped at an intersection. You are about to change lanes You're going to slow down.

7. 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.

8. Riding between rows of stopped vehicles is Not permitted when riding in a group. Permitted only in designated areas. Permitted during heavy traffic Never permitted.

9. ____ a common factor in motorcycle collisions. Seasonal changes are. Bad drivers are. Traffic signals are. Not being seen is.

10. 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.

11. If you can't avoid riding on a slippery surface, how should you proceed? Ride in the most slippery part of the lane. Walk your motorcycle across it. Stay relaxed and maintain speed Travel as slowly as possible and let your feet skim the surface.

12. Drivers in other vehicles present a particular hazard when You are parking your motorcycle. You are making a right turn. You are passing a row of parked cars You are riding through a school zone.

13. What does the left hand lever control? The front brake. The gear shifter. The clutch. The rear brake.

14. When looking where you want to turn, you should Turn your head, not your shoulders, in the direction of the intended turn. Reduce your speed before the turn. Keep your eyes level with the horizon Do all of the above.

15. You should avoid attaching cargo to a motorcycle with Saddlebags. Tank bags. Ropes Elastic cords.

16. When parking against the curb, you should park at a ____ angle. 130-degree. 45-degree. 90-degree. 25-degree.

17. When being passed on the left, it is best to Ride on the shoulder of the road. Keep closer to the passing vehicle. Avoid the center of the lane Avoid the left lane position.

18. Generally, what is the best lane position for being seen? The left. The right. The center. No single best lane position.

19. Which of the following is the most likely place for a collision? At an intersection. On a hill. On a one-way road. On a curve.

20. While riding, your feet should be positioned Pointing down for easy shifting. Hovering above the ground in case you tip. As far forward as possible Firmly on the footrests.

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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.