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1. To make good judgments in traffic, you need to first:
2. Under illinois law, motorcycle riders are
3. Riding between rows of stopped vehicles is
4. When it is raining, what is the best lane position for a motorcycle?
5. In hot weather, what type of clothing should you wear while riding your motorcycle?
6. When riding in a group, motorcyclists should ride
7. Other than wearing bright clothing, how can you increase your visibility?
8. To help maintain balance, your feet should
9. If it is not possible to ride straight while crossing railroad tracks, you should cross them at a ____ angle.
10. Increase your visibility at an intersection by
11. In slow, tight turns:
12. When approaching an intersection, you should select a lane position to
13. If you make eye contact with a driver at an intersection
14. If the throttle is stuck, what should you do?
15. Which of the following is acceptable to wear on a motorcycle as protective clothing?
16. If you need to brake and swerve to avoid hitting an obstacle, you
17. Motorcycle brake lights are not as noticeable as car brake lights. what can you do?
18. When should you use both front and rear brakes to stop?
19. Cars are most likely to try and share your lane when
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.