Illinois DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. Generally, what is the best lane position for being seen? The left. The right. The center. No single best lane position.

2. What is a good strategy for seeing bumps on a road at night? Watch the taillights of the car ahead of you. Use your low beam headlight. Wear reflective clothing Stay in low gears.

3. When preparing to pass the vehicle in front of you, you can increase your line of sight by Pulling into oncoming traffic. Riding in the left of the lane position. Riding in the center of the lane position Riding in the right of the lane position.

4. For most effective steering while riding a motorcycle, your hands should be positioned Above your elbows. With elbows locked. Below your elbows At or below elbow height.

5. When sitting properly on a motorcycle, your arms are used mostly for Applying the brakes. Hand signals. Holding yourself up Steering the motorcycle.

6. You can maintain an adequate space cushion by Always riding in the center of the lane position. Adjusting your lane position as you ride. Beeping your horn at close drivers Speeding up when approached by tailgaters.

7. While driving in the city and looking ahead for hazards, you should be checking at least ____ ahead. Two blocks. One-half block. One block. Three blocks.

8. Increase your visibility at an intersection by Riding in the staggered formation. Coming to a complete stop. Choosing the most visible lane position Looking in your mirrors.

9. The side of the road can be dangerous to motorcycles because The pavement is poor quality near the edge. Of dirt and gravel buildup. The road edge markings are often inaccurate You cannot be seen when riding near the edge.

10. Motorcycles should share lanes with cars when There is heavy traffic. It is never safe to share a lane with a car. Riding with other motorcycles Riding in a designated area only.

11. While you are riding on a curvy road, your motorcycle position should Stay on the left side of the lane. Change constantly to give you the best view. Stay on the right side of the lane Stay in the center of your lane.

12. Use your horn when You think someone may enter your lane without seeing you. You are making a left turn. You are crossing rail tracks You pull the kill engine switch.

13. When evaluating potential hazards, you should be looking for All these answers are correct. Traffic controls. Other vehicles Road characteristics.

14. When riding long distances, how often should you stop and stretch? Once per trip. Every five hours. Every 50 miles. Every two hours.

15. Which of the following does not increase your safety when riding at night? Changing your lane position. Decreasing your speed. Passing slower vehicles. Wearing reflective coating.

16. Before each ride, you should adjust The side mirrors. The clutch. Your seat The throttle.

17. For an adequate space cushion, maintain a following distance of at least ____ seconds Three. One. 4 Two.

18. In hot weather, what type of clothing should you wear while riding your motorcycle? Denim shorts and a leather jacket. Long pants and a t-shirt. Sturdy clothing that covers your arms and legs completely. Whatever feels most comfortable.

19. When should you use both front and rear brakes to stop? In emergencies only. At all times, unless you have a flat tire. Never at the same time. On hills and curves.

20. When should your motorcycle side mirrors be adjusted? While you are driving. Before you start driving. The mirrors are not adjustable At the first stop after you start driving.

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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.