Illinois DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. The best way to carry cargo on a motorcycle is to Distribute the load evenly. Keep the load forward. Secure the load with elastic cords Do all of these.

2. The best position for traction when it is raining is In the tracks left by other drivers. The shoulder of the road. The center lane position The left lane position.

3. 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.

4. If you think your throttle is sticking, you should immediately Twist it back and forth. Pull off the road. Apply both brakes smoothly Pull the engine cut-off switch.

5. Lower your chances of being involved in a collision by Choosing an effective lane position. Identifying multiple hazards. Wearing bright clothing Doing all of the above.

6. How can you warn the driver behind you that you are about to slow down? Wave your arms. Turn around and make eye contact. Slam on the brakes Flash your brake light.

7. 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.

8. When riding in a group, the staggered formation should be avoided when Entering or leaving the highway. Making turns. Taking curves Doing any of these.

9. Before taking trip with your motorcycle, you should check your Tires. All these answers are correct. Fluids Mirrors.

10. To avoid confusing other drivers you should: Increase the following distance between your motorcycle and the vehicle in front of you if you are being tailgated. Make sure your turn signal turns off after you finish a turn. Use your horn only in emergency situations.

11. 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.

12. What is engine braking? Using the engine kill switch to stop the motorcycle. Where your engine stops working. Downshifting through gears to slow the motorcycle. Upshifting to gain speed on hills.

13. In slow, tight turns: Lean the motorcycle only and keep your body straight. Lean your body more than the motorcycle. Do not lean.

14. When following another vehicle, the ____ lane position is the best for being seen. Left or right. Right. Left. Center.

15. To stop as quickly as possible, you should Use the rear brake only. Use either brake while swerving. Use the front brake only Use both brakes at the same time.

16. When is it important to use your side mirrors? When you are stopped at an intersection. Before changing lanes. Before you slow down. All of the above.

17. 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.

18. When you ride a motorcycle on slippery pavement, you should ____ to avoid a skid. Lean your motorcycle in any direction. Shift to a higher gear. Reduce your speed. Accelerate.

19. If you are riding in a staggered formation, you should switch to riding in pairs when Riding at night. Approaching intersections. Motorcycles should never ride in pairs Turning sharp corners.

20. Studies have shown that most crashes involved riders who Did not separate braking from swerving or who did not swerve when it was appropriate to do so. Underbraked the front tire and overbraked the rear. Lacked one of the above skills Lacked none of the above skills.

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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.