Illinois DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. If there are hazards on the road to your right, which lane position should you ride in? Two. One or two. One. Three.

2. To help maintain balance, your feet should Be placed firmly on the foot pegs. Be against the gas tank. Skim the ground during turns Point down toward the road.

3. If you are being followed by a tailgater and he or she is not able to pass you, you should Call the police. Flash your brake lights. Increase your following distance Pull over and stop.

4. Which of the following does not increase your safety when riding at night? Changing your lane position. Decreasing your speed. Passing slower vehicles. Wearing reflective coating.

5. When riding long distances, how often should you stop and stretch? Once per trip. Every five hours. Every 50 miles. Every two hours.

6. When you head check before changing lanes, you're checking The lane beside you and the far lane. The size of the vehicles that are close to you. The traction of the road surface Areas of vision blocked by your helmet.

7. If you are about to slow down where others may not expect it, you should Use your front brake only. Use the left lane position only. Flash your brake light Use your signal lights.

8. 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.

9. 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.

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

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

12. Provided you have the right level of motorcycle license, you are permitted to carry a passenger if The passenger has special shoes. Your motorcycle is designed to carry another person. They are wearing protective clothing All of the above conditions are met.

13. 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.

14. How can you increase your chances of avoiding hazards at night? Stay in the same lane position. Ride in a group. Reduce your speed Do not wear a helmet.

15. The clutch is located at the Left handgrip. Right foot pedal. Right handgrip Left foot pedal.

16. When conducting the evaluate step of the see procedure, what are you looking for? Traffic markings and signals. Possibly hazardous road conditions. Vehicles that may move into your path. All of these things.

17. Use your horn when You think someone may enter your lane without seeing you. You are making a left turn. You are crossing rail tracks You pull the kill engine switch.

18. 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.

19. Your motorcycle fits you if Both of your feet can reach the ground while you are seated. You can reach the handlegrips. You can reach the foot pegs You can do all of the above.

20. Help other vehicles notice that you are slowing down by Beeping your horn. Using signal lights. Flashing your brake light Swerving from side to side.

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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.