Illinois DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. Most of your motorcycle's stopping power is provided by The rear brake. The clutch. The front and rear brakes equally The front brake.

2. You should not ride your motorcycle alongside of cars because You could be in a blind spot. The car driver cannot make a turn. Your bike may skid None of the above.

3. Studies have shown that most crashes involved riders who Did not separate braking from swerving or who did not swerve when it was appropriate to do so. Underbraked the front tire and overbraked the rear. Lacked one of the above skills Lacked none of the above skills.

4. If you are riding with a group of motorcycles, is it safe to share a lane? No, because it is illegal to share a lane with another vehicle. No, because sharing a lane will not leave enough room for you to maneuver. Yes, because you can communicate with each other better Yes, because motorcycles are smaller than cars.

5. You are being closely followed, and as you approach an intersection, the light turns yellow. what should you do? Tap your brake to flash your brake light. Accelerate to make it through the light. Move into another lane Beep your horn to warn the driver.

6. Grabbing the front brake could result in A front wheel lock. Popping a tire. A rear wheel lock Stopping quickly.

7. The best way to cross unavoidable obstacles on the road is to Put your feet down for support. Walk your motorcycle across them. Cross them at a 45-degree angle Cross them at a 90-degree angle.

8. In addition to reflective clothing, the best colors for being seen are Orange, red, yellow, and green. Red, green, and yellow. White, red, and orange Orange, yellow, and white.

9. 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.

10. The greatest chance of a collision with another vehicle is On a curve. At an intersection. On a hill In a parking lot.

11. 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.

12. If your motorcycle starts to wobble, you should Apply the front brake only. Apply the rear brake only. Close the throttle slowly Open the throttle slowly.

13. Riding between lanes of traffic is Prohibited at all times. Permitted only when traffic is not moving. Prohibited at night Allowed in designated areas.

14. A hazardous place for motorcycles to travel is In school zones. On freeways. At intersections On rural roads.

15. Riding between rows of stopped vehicles is Not permitted when riding in a group. Permitted only in designated areas. Permitted during heavy traffic Never permitted.

16. What is the best way to stay out of trouble while riding a motorcycle? To see it coming by looking well ahead. By avoiding high density traffic areas. By increasing the following distance between your motorcycle and the vehicle in front of you.

17. When starting your motorcycle, your right wrist should be positioned In the most comfortable position. Flat, so you won't use too much throttle. Low down, to increase control High, to use the throttle the most.

18. When riding in a group, motorcyclists should ride In single file. In a staggered formation. In an alternate formation In pairs.

19. When conducting the evaluate step of the see procedure, what are you looking for? Traffic markings and signals. Possibly hazardous road conditions. Vehicles that may move into your path. All of these things.

20. The best path through a curve May not follow the curve of the road. Is on the inside of the curve. Is to stay in the center position Is on the outside of the curve.

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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.