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1. A ____ second following distance is the minimum space cushion for safe riding.
2. Why is maintaining a space cushion important?
3. When parking against a curb, you should park at a ____ angle.
4. If either of your motorcycle tires goes flat while riding, you should
5. If you are carrying a lot of cargo, you may need to adjust your
6. If you must carry a load it should be:
7. Most motorcycle crashes happen
8. What type of clothing is best for daytime riding?
9. A benefit of riding in the center lane position is it
10. If your motorcycle starts to wander back and forth while riding over metal bridge gratings you should:
11. If there are hazards on the road to your right, which lane position should you ride in?
12. If your motorcycle starts to wobble, you should
13. You should adjust your side mirrors
14. When preparing to pass the vehicle in front of you, you can increase your line of sight by
15. Your motorcycle fits you if
16. The side of the road can be dangerous to motorcycles because
17. When preparing to enter the roadway from the roadside, how should you position your motorcycle?
18. When you ride a motorcycle on slippery pavement, you should ____ to avoid a skid.
19. Slippery surfaces can be even more dangerous if you are
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.