Illinois DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. Why is maintaining a space cushion important? It gives you space to maneuver. It gives you time to react. It gives you time to correct your mistakes It does all of these.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. Drivers in other vehicles present a particular hazard when You are parking your motorcycle. You are making a right turn. You are passing a row of parked cars You are riding through a school zone.

6. When passing another vehicle, you should Move as far left as possible. Move quickly through the driver's blind spot. Make eye contact with the driver Begin your pass from the center lane position.

7. In which of these scenarios is it the least important to check your mirrors? When stopped at an intersection. When beginning to slow down. Before you change lanes. When descending a large hill.

8. When at an intersection, you must especially watch for Rows of parked cars. Cars turning left in front of you. Irregular traffic signals People trying to share your lane.

9. It may be important to change your lane position if you are Riding on a multilane road. Riding in a residential area. Approaching a blind intersection Being followed.

10. If you suspect the driver ahead of you does not know you are behind his or her vehicle, you should Decrease your speed and ride in the left lane position. Try to pass the vehicle as soon as possible. Increase your following distance to 5 seconds. Move into the center lane position to increase your visibility.

11. If you are being followed by a tailgater and he or she is not able to pass you, you should Call the police. Flash your brake lights. Increase your following distance Pull over and stop.

12. When you ride in a group Never ride in groups of more than three. Put the newest riders at the rear. Ride in pairs whenever possible Don't tailgate the rider in front of you.

13. If you are about to slow down where others may not expect it, you should Use your front brake only. Use the left lane position only. Flash your brake light Use your signal lights.

14. Each lane of traffic has ____ position(s) for a motorcycle to travel. 4 One. Three. Two.

15. When should you only use the front brakes? On surfaces with low traction. At all times. If the back tire is flat. When stopping quickly.

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

17. What is engine braking? Using the engine kill switch to stop the motorcycle. Where your engine stops working. Downshifting through gears to slow the motorcycle. Upshifting to gain speed on hills.

18. If you are carrying a package that prevents you from steering with both hands You can only ride in first gear. Ride under 30 mph. You must not ride the motorcycle Ride in residential areas only.

19. What color of clothing increases riders' visibility to other drivers? Yellow. Orange. Green. All of these colors.

20. Brightly colored, reflective helmets and clothing: Should only be worn while riding at night. Can make motorcycle riders easier to see. Do not increase a motorcycle rider's safety.

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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.