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1. To avoid lurching while downshifting, what should you do?
2. To stop as quickly as possible, you should
3. If your motorcycle starts to wander back and forth while riding over metal bridge gratings you should:
4. If there are hazards on the road to your right, which lane position should you ride in?
5. Rolling on the throttle through a turn will
6. You should avoid attaching cargo to a motorcycle with
7. What is the best way to stay out of trouble while riding a motorcycle?
8. In order to avoid hazardous situations, you should
9. How is the rear brake controlled?
10. In addition to reflective clothing, the best colors for being seen are
11. Help other vehicles notice that you are slowing down by
12. When should the staggered formation be used?
13. When following another vehicle, the ____ lane position is the best for being seen.
14. To keep a safe space cushion between yourself and the vehicle ahead of you, you should leave at least ____ seconds of space.
15. When you feel like a driver might try to share your lane, what should you do?
16. In countersteering to initiate a turn, pushing the right handgrip will allow the motorcycle to
17. The most important thing about swerving is to
18. When approaching an intersection, you should select a lane position to
19. Other than wearing bright clothing, how can you increase your visibility?
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.