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1. If the rear wheel locks, you should
2. When should you use both front and rear brakes to stop?
3. To avoid confusing other drivers you should:
4. Which of the following surfaces provides poor traction for motorcycles?
5. It is dangerous to ride beside a line of parked cars because
6. Weaving when riding over a metal grating
7. A motorcycle rider has an advantage over an automobile driver when passing parked vehicles because:
8. Which brake is most powerful?
9. When should the staggered formation be used?
10. To stop as quickly as possible, you should
11. When starting your motorcycle, your right wrist should be positioned
12. When riding in a group, the staggered formation should be avoided when
13. How can you ride safely on slippery surfaces?
14. Which brake control should you use when you need to stop?
15. When starting a motorcycle facing uphill, you should change to ____ to hold the cycle while operating the throttle with the right hand.
16. Which of the following can affect your ability to ride a motorcycle?
17. Which of the following is not a way to increase your visibility at night?
18. The most important thing about swerving is to
19. When choosing a lane position, the best position
20. In order for the driver of the vehicle ahead of you to see you easily, the best lane position is
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.