Illinois DMV Motorcycle Test

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

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

3. 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.

4. Which brake control should you use when you need to stop? The rear brake. The emergency brake. Both front and rear brake. The front brake.

5. To avoid confusing other drivers you should: Increase the following distance between your motorcycle and the vehicle in front of you if you are being tailgated. Make sure your turn signal turns off after you finish a turn. Use your horn only in emergency situations.

6. To keep a safe space cushion between yourself and the vehicle ahead of you, you should leave at least ____ seconds of space. 5 4 3 2

7. When following another vehicle, the ____ lane position is the best for being seen. Left or right. Right. Left. Center.

8. 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.

9. The motorcycle and rider should lean at the same angle when in Quick, sharp turns. Slow, tight turns. All these answers are correct Normal turns.

10. The best way to increase your visibility at an intersection is to Beep your horn to get attention. Flash your brake light. Choose a lane position that lets others see you easily Use arm signals to warn others.

11. When is it important to use your side mirrors? When you are stopped at an intersection. Before changing lanes. Before you slow down. All of the above.

12. When pulling off to the side of the road, you must check to see That it is a well-lit area. That the surface is firm enough to ride on. That it is a designated area That your brakes are working.

13. The safest formation when riding in a group is Single file. The staggered formation. In pairs The v-formation.

14. 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.

15. Motorcycle groups larger than ____ people should split into smaller groups. Two. Six. Five. Three.

16. What portion of a traffic lane does a motorcycle need to operate safely? A full lane width. A quarter of a lane width. A third of a lane width. Half a lane width.

17. When riding in a group, group members should communicate by Making eye contact. Changing lane positions. Riding in pairs Using hand signals.

18. When slowing down, which brake should you use? Both front and rear brakes at the same time. Front or rear brakes. Rear brake only. Front brake only.

19. Provided you have the right level of motorcycle license, you are permitted to carry a passenger if The passenger has special shoes. Your motorcycle is designed to carry another person. They are wearing protective clothing All of the above conditions are met.

20. Maximum straight-line braking is achieved by Applying only the front brake. Applying both brakes without locking the wheels. Applying both brakes until the wheels lock Pulling in the clutch.

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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.