Illinois DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. 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.

2. While riding, you notice there are hazards on the left side of the lane. what should your lane position be? Whichever lane position you are currently in. Center or right. Left, closer to the hazard. Whichever lane position you generally prefer.

3. A surface which provides little traction for motorcycles is Gravel roads. Snow. Wet pavement All of these.

4. If it is not possible to ride straight while crossing railroad tracks, you should cross them at a ____ angle. 90-degree. 10-degree. 30-degree. 45-degree.

5. 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.

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

7. Which of the following is not true? The center of the lane position is safe to ride in. Saddlebags should be filled with evenly distributed weight. You must be in good physical condition to ride a motorcycle Motorcycles do not have blind spots.

8. You should cover the clutch and brake whenever you want to Reduce your reaction time. Slow down. Change lanes Alert others to your actions.

9. Because motorcycles accelerate faster than other vehicles on the road, you must Make eye contact with other drivers. Be careful not to run into the vehicle in front of you. Leave a larger space cushion Flash your headlights when accelerating.

10. 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.

11. If the rear wheel locks, you should Grab the front brake. Increase the throttle. Not release the brake Release the brake.

12. If you suspect the driver ahead of you does not know you are behind his or her vehicle, you should Decrease your speed and ride in the left lane position. Try to pass the vehicle as soon as possible. Increase your following distance to 5 seconds. Move into the center lane position to increase your visibility.

13. If you make eye contact with a driver at an intersection It suggests they are an aggressive driver. It does not mean the driver has seen you. You must yield the right-of-way It means they will yield the right-of-way.

14. The safest formation when riding in a group is Single file. The staggered formation. In pairs The v-formation.

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

16. 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.

17. When starting a motorcycle facing uphill, you should change to ____ to hold the cycle while operating the throttle with the right hand. The foot brake. Either the hand brake or foot brake. Both brakes. The hand brake.

18. Which of the following is not a way to increase your visibility at night? Use your low beam headlight. Change your lane position. Wear reflective clothing Increase your following distance.

19. While making normal turns, the rider and the motorcycle must Lean together at the same angle. Not lean at all. Lean at different angles None of the above.

20. What do gravel, lane markings, and road edges have in common? They are present on all roads. They are the safest places to ride. They are areas where motorcycles cannot ride They provide poor traction for motorcycles.

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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.