Illinois DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. A surface which provides little traction for motorcycles is Gravel roads. Snow. Wet pavement All of these.

2. When it is raining, what is the best lane position for a motorcycle? Center. Center or right. Left or right. Center or left.

3. Which of the following is a way to reduce your reaction time? Cover the clutch and brakes. Decrease your following distance. Hover your feet above the ground Lock your elbows when riding.

4. How many positions are available to a motorcycle in one lane of traffic? 4 2 3 1

5. Most motorcycle crashes happen On long trips. In parking lots. On short trips On gravel roads.

6. When you ride a motorcycle on slippery pavement, you should ____ to avoid a skid. Lean your motorcycle in any direction. Shift to a higher gear. Reduce your speed. Accelerate.

7. When following another vehicle, the ____ lane position is the best for being seen. Left or right. Right. Left. Center.

8. The best formation when riding in a group is In pairs. The staggered formation. Single file Motorcycles should not ride in groups.

9. If you are going to use an unfamiliar motorcycle, you must ____ before you start riding. Make all the checks and get familiar with the controls. Put on dark-colored clothes and a helmet. Allow another passenger to sit behind your back. Add more accessories for safety.

10. Which of the following provide(s) the best traction for motorcycles? Snow. Wet pavement. Gravel roads. Warm pavement.

11. Motorcycles require ____ lane width to operate safely. A full. A third of a. Half of a. A quarter of a.

12. If your motorcycle is not equipped with a windshield, you must Wear goggles or glasses. Only ride it during the day. Not ride the motorcycle Wear an approved helmet.

13. You should cover the clutch and brake whenever you want to Reduce your reaction time. Slow down. Change lanes Alert others to your actions.

14. Because motorcycles accelerate faster than other vehicles on the road, you must Make eye contact with other drivers. Be careful not to run into the vehicle in front of you. Leave a larger space cushion Flash your headlights when accelerating.

15. Maintaining or increasing your speed while making a turn Is safer because you complete the turn quickly. Should never be done. Helps stabilize the motorcycle Should only be done when passing others.

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

17. If you must carry a load it should be: Either over or in front of the rear axle. Carried on the gas tank in front of the driver. Piled up against a sissy bar or frame on the back of the seat.

18. When it comes to tinted eye protection, it Is mandatory for drivers only. Should be worn at all times. Is mandatory during the day Should not be worn at night.

19. Which of the following is not true? The center of the lane position is safe to ride in. Saddlebags should be filled with evenly distributed weight. You must be in good physical condition to ride a motorcycle Motorcycles do not have blind spots.

20. A motorcycle rider has an advantage over an automobile driver when passing parked vehicles because: A motorcycle can accelerate faster than a car. A motorcycle rider can avoid the problems of opening doors and people stepping out from between vehicles by driving in the left part of the lane. Motorcycles have a shorter stopping distance.

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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.