Illinois DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. Alcohol affects the body in many different ways, but the first effect is to your Balance. Judgment. Vision Reaction time.

2. How can you increase your visibility at blind intersections? Ride in the lane portion in which you will be seen first. Always ride in the center lane position. Flash your brake light Stop beyond the stop line so you will be seen.

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

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

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

6. 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.

7. You should increase your following distance On single-lane roads. In heavy traffic. During the day When it is windy.

8. The clutch is located at the Left handgrip. Right foot pedal. Right handgrip Left foot pedal.

9. Weaving when riding over a metal grating Is not hazardous. Is dangerous to motorcycle riders. Is caused by poor motorcycle skills Is harmful to the motorcycle.

10. What are two ways to avoid obstacles in your path? Stopping and sliding. Sliding and skidding. Sliding and swerving. Stopping and swerving.

11. What is the most common type of motorcycle crash at an intersection? Motorcycles not yielding to traffic in the intersection. Drivers entering the motorcycle's right-of-way. Drivers following too closely. Motorcycles exceeding the speed limit.

12. How can you increase your chances of being seen? Use your headlight. Choose the best lane position. Wear bright clothing All these answers are correct.

13. Riding with both legs on the same side of the motorcycle is Permitted for children only. Never permitted. Permitted for passengers only Permitted only if you are carrying large items.

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. 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.

16. Which of the following is the most likely place for a collision? At an intersection. On a hill. On a one-way road. On a curve.

17. The most important thing about swerving is to Never swerve on a curve. Not brake and swerve at the same time. Only swerve towards the inside of the road Brake while swerving.

18. 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.

19. 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.

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

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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.