Illinois DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. If there are two or more motorcycles riding together, they should ride In a staggered formation. In pairs. Single file In a v-formation.

2. The front brake is controlled by The left hand lever. The right foot pedal. The left foot pedal The right hand lever.

3. When riding in a group, the staggered formation should be avoided when Entering or leaving the highway. Making turns. Taking curves Doing any of these.

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

5. The best way to carry cargo on a motorcycle is to Distribute the load evenly. Keep the load forward. Secure the load with elastic cords Do all of these.

6. The majority of your motorcycle brake power is provided by The front and rear brake equally. The rear brake. The front brake The clutch.

7. A hazardous place for motorcycles to travel is In school zones. On freeways. At intersections On rural roads.

8. Riding between rows of stopped vehicles is Not permitted when riding in a group. Permitted only in designated areas. Permitted during heavy traffic Never permitted.

9. If either of your motorcycle tires goes flat while riding, you should Hold handgrips firmly. Increase your speed. Change your direction Apply the brakes quickly.

10. Why are gravel roads potentially dangerous for motorcycle riders? Other drivers are known to drive recklessly. They do not have posted speed limits. Gravel provides less traction than pavement Lane markings are not present.

11. What does the left hand lever control? The front brake. The gear shifter. The clutch. The rear brake.

12. During normal turns The rider should lean the opposite direction of the motorcycle. Both rider and motorcycle should remain upright. The rider should remain upright while leaning the motorcycle The rider should lean with the motorcycle.

13. The x-marked rr sign warns that

You are approaching a dead-end. You are approaching an intersection. You are approaching a construction zone You are approaching a railroad crossing.

14. When riding with a passenger, what should you expect? Your motorcycle will take longer to stop. You will be unable to carry cargo. You will be unable to pass other vehicles You will get better gas mileage.

15. To keep a safe space cushion between yourself and the vehicle ahead of you, you should leave at least ____ seconds of space. 5 4 3 2

16. To help absorb the shock of riding over large obstacles, you should Increase the throttle. Lift yourself slightly off the seat. Apply the front brake Pull in the clutch.

17. Rolling on the throttle through a turn will Cause the motorcycle to skid. Help stop the motorcycle. Help stabilize the motorcycle Cause the motorcycle to tip over.

18. Pavement is likely to be slippery On multilane roads. On a windy day. In rural areas Soon after it has started to rain.

19. If oncoming traffic is present and you are passing a lane of parked cars, which portion of the lane should you ride in? The center. The right. The left. The center or the right.

20. The best way to discourage other vehicles from trying to share a lane with you is by Avoiding driving on narrow roads. Maintaining a center of the lane position. Beeping your horn Changing lanes periodically.

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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.