Illinois DMV Motorcycle Test

Pass the Illinois Motorcycle Permit test the first time with FREE Illinois DMV Practice Tests. Study real motorcycle permit questions from the DMV handbook!.

1. The best way to discourage other vehicles from trying to share a lane with you is by
2. If you are riding in a staggered formation, you should switch to riding in pairs when
3. The best path through a curve
4. Grabbing the front brake could result in
5. Which of the following is the most likely place for a collision?
6. To help maintain balance, your feet should
7. Maintaining or increasing your speed while making a turn
8. Lower your chances of being involved in a collision by
9. You are approaching a turn and need to change gears. when should you change gears?
10. Use your feet to maintain balance by
11. Which of the following provide(s) the best traction for motorcycles?
12. How is the rear brake controlled?
13. Which of the following should not be done at night?
14. When riding a motorcycle, your arms are primarily used for
15. The safest formation when riding in a group is
16. When should your motorcycle side mirrors be adjusted?
17. What is the best way to prevent fatigue while riding?
18. When riding with a passenger, how should you adjust your control of the motorcycle?
19. Which of the following can affect your ability to ride a motorcycle?
20. Increase your visibility at an intersection by
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About Motorcycle Permit Practice Tests

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.