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1. Which of the following is true about starting while on an upward hill?
2. If an object suddenly appears in your riding path, you should ____ to avoid a crash.
3. Before taking trip with your motorcycle, you should check your
4. To avoid lurching while downshifting, what should you do?
5. When riding in a group, motorcyclists should ride
6. When riding in a group, the staggered formation should be avoided when
7. If you think your throttle is sticking, you should immediately
8. When riding with a passenger, what should you expect?
9. The best formation when riding in a group is
10. When should you use both front and rear brakes to stop?
11. When entering a turn and you need to change gears, when should that change occur?
12. If there are hazards on your left, what lane position should you ride in?
13. When turning a motorcycle, what should you avoid?
14. Why are curves a common place for motorcycle crashes?
15. If you need to brake and swerve to avoid hitting an obstacle, you
16. Riding between rows of stopped vehicles is
17. Motorcycles are especially in danger when being passed by large vehicles because
18. When you turn:
19. When following another vehicle, the ____ lane position is the best for being seen.
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.