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1. Why are gravel roads potentially dangerous for motorcycle riders?
2. Which of the following is acceptable to wear on a motorcycle as protective clothing?
3. If you are carrying a lot of cargo, you may need to adjust your
4. You can increase your safety when riding at night by
5. Alcohol affects the body in many different ways, but the first effect is to your
6. The best clothing for making yourself visible is
7. When riding long distances, how often should you stop and stretch?
8. When should you use both front and rear brakes to stop?
9. If there is a hazard on the right side of the road, which lane position should you ride in?
10. When you head check before changing lanes, you're checking
11. Before each ride, you should adjust
12. Because riding a motorcycle is more tiring than driving a car, you should
13. If your motorcycle starts to wander back and forth while riding over metal bridge gratings you should:
14. Riding between rows of stopped vehicles is
15. The greatest chance of a collision with another vehicle is
16. Other than wearing bright clothing, how can you increase your visibility?
17. The clutch is located at the
18. Maximum straight-line braking is achieved by
19. How can you ride safely on slippery surfaces?
20. A benefit of riding in the center lane position is it
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.