Illinois DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. Cross railroad tracks at an angle of at least 45 degrees because A larger angle would be unsafe. It allows you to cross the tracks quickly. It gives you the best view of oncoming trains At a smaller angle you may catch your tires.

2. If you need to brake and swerve to avoid hitting an obstacle, you Should brake before swerving. Should brake after swerving. Must brake before or after swerving Must brake while swerving.

3. Motorcycle passengers should Put their feet down when stopped. Sit as far forward as possible. Lean the opposite direction of the motorcycle Get on before you start the engine.

4. 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.

5. The motorcycle and rider should lean at the same angle when in Quick, sharp turns. Slow, tight turns. All these answers are correct Normal turns.

6. 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.

7. In order for the driver of the vehicle ahead of you to see you easily, the best lane position is Any lane. The right. The center The left.

8. In which of these scenarios is it the least important to check your mirrors? When stopped at an intersection. When beginning to slow down. Before you change lanes. When descending a large hill.

9. In any collision, you have a far better chance of avoiding serious injury when you wear Protective clothing. A motorcycle safety helmet that is U.S. dot compliant. Face or eye protection All of the above.

10. When riding in a group, group members should communicate by Making eye contact. Changing lane positions. Riding in pairs Using hand signals.

11. When parked in a parallel parking space, you should park at an angle With your rear wheel on the curb. Within two feet of the curb. Whenever there are parking meters With your rear tire touching the curb.

12. When preparing to enter the roadway from the roadside, how should you position your motorcycle? Parallel to the roadside. At an angle. With the rear tire off the road. Perpendicular to the roadside.

13. The greatest chance of a collision with another vehicle is On a curve. At an intersection. On a hill In a parking lot.

14. How can you stabilize the motorcycle in slow, tight turns? Remain straight while leaning the motorcycle. Lean with the motorcycle. Accelerate or maintain speed Lean forward as much as possible.

15. Grabbing the front brake could result in A front wheel lock. Popping a tire. A rear wheel lock Stopping quickly.

16. 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.

17. While you are riding on a curvy road, your motorcycle position should Stay on the left side of the lane. Change constantly to give you the best view. Stay on the right side of the lane Stay in the center of your lane.

18. A motorcycle mini-lane is A special lane designated for motorcycles only. A full traffic lane width. Approximately one-third the width of a traffic lane Half a traffic lane.

19. When slowing down, which brake should you use? Both front and rear brakes at the same time. Front or rear brakes. Rear brake only. Front brake only.

20. 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.

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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.