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1. In slow, tight turns:
2. Lower your chances of being involved in a collision by
3. You should not ride your motorcycle alongside of cars because
4. You should cover the clutch and brake whenever you want to
5. When sitting properly on a motorcycle, your arms are used mostly for
6. The most important thing about swerving is to
7. Use your feet to maintain balance by
8. When pulling off to the side of the road, you must check to see
9. In order to avoid hazardous situations, you should
10. When it is raining, what is the best lane position for a motorcycle?
11. The front brake is controlled by
12. If you think your throttle is sticking, you should immediately
13. A motorcycle mini-lane is
14. What is the proper way to swerve?
15. How can you ride safely on slippery surfaces?
16. When parked in a parallel parking space, you should park at an angle
17. A surface which provides little traction for motorcycles is
18. What can you do to help keep your balance in turns?
19. The motorcycle and rider should lean at the same angle when in
20. While riding, you notice there are hazards on the left side of the lane. what should your lane position be?
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.