Illinois DMV Motorcycle Test

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

2. In which of these situations would you use the engine cut-off switch? When being followed by a tailgater. When you need to stop quickly. When you need to avoid slipping on slippery surfaces. When your throttle is stuck.

3. 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.

4. Which of the following is not a way to increase your visibility at night? Use your low beam headlight. Change your lane position. Wear reflective clothing Increase your following distance.

5. If your front wheel locks, you should Use the rear brake only. Release the rear brake only. Release the brake and reapply it smoothly Continue applying the brake.

6. If an obstacle cannot be avoided and you must drive over it, approach it at a ____ angle. 90-degree. 25-degree. 45-degree. 135-degree.

7. 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.

8. If you are carrying a lot of cargo, you may need to adjust your Saddlebags. Suspension. Handlebars Helmet.

9. What is the safest braking method? Alternating between using the front brake and the rear brake. Using both front and rear brakes at the same time. Using only the front brake. Using only the rear brake.

10. Because a motorcycle has a smaller profile than a car Special lights are required. It is faster. It is less visible Shoulder checks are not required.

11. Which of the following is true about starting while on an upward hill? Use the foot brake to hold you until the engine takes hold. Never try to start on an upward hill. Start in second gear Position yourself at a 90-degree angle against the curb.

12. When riding in a group, when should you ride single file? On long stretches of road. In rural areas. When entering a highway. At all times.

13. 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.

14. How can you avoid riding in the blind spot of another vehicle? Ride faster than the speed limit. Find a place without traffic on either side. Only ride in the left of the lane position Ride at the same speed as vehicles you are beside.

15. Which of the following is not a strategy to increase your safety at night? Shift gears quickly. Use your high beam. Increase your following distance Reduce your speed.

16. To avoid lurching while downshifting, what should you do? Make sure the motorcycle is traveling slow enough for the gear. Brake while shifting. Never shift below second gear Only downshift if you are an experienced rider.

17. 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.

18. What is the best way to deal with tailgaters? Increase your speed. Call the police. Pull over and stop. Encourage them to pass you.

19. How can you ride safely on slippery surfaces? Reduce your speed and avoid sudden moves. Ride on the slipperiest portion of the lane. Increase your speed to maintain balance Lean opposite to the motorcycle during turns.

20. For the most stable riding, your knees and feet should be positioned Away from the gas tank and pointing down. Away from the gas tank and on the foot pegs. Against the gas tank and pointing down Against the gas tank and firmly on the foot pegs.

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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.