Illinois DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. If you make eye contact with a driver at an intersection It suggests they are an aggressive driver. It does not mean the driver has seen you. You must yield the right-of-way It means they will yield the right-of-way.

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

3. Pavement is likely to be slippery On multilane roads. On a windy day. In rural areas Soon after it has started to rain.

4. Which lane position(s) are safest for motorcycles? The center position is always the safest option. The left and right positions are safest. The safest position will depend on the surroundings Only the left position is the safest.

5. You can increase your safety when riding at night by Riding in the center of the lane position. Following vehicles closely so you can see better. Increasing your following distance Skimming the road with your feet as you ride.

6. When approaching an intersection, you should select a lane position to Increase your speed and pass quickly. Reduce your following distance. Increase your visibility to other vehicle operators Do all of the above.

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

8. When turning a motorcycle, what should you avoid? Accelerating. Decelerating. Turning your whole head to see where you are going. Leaning with the motorcycle.

9. Motorcycles require ____ lane width to operate safely. A full. A third of a. Half of a. A quarter of a.

10. What is engine braking? Using the engine kill switch to stop the motorcycle. Where your engine stops working. Downshifting through gears to slow the motorcycle. Upshifting to gain speed on hills.

11. How can you warn the driver behind you that you are about to slow down? Wave your arms. Turn around and make eye contact. Slam on the brakes Flash your brake light.

12. Groups of motorcycle riders should be no larger than ____ riders. Five. Seven. Six. Two.

13. How can you use your clothing to help prevent collisions? Clothing choice does not prevent collisions. Wear extra clothing to get the attention of drivers. Wear durable clothing Wear bright clothing.

14. What causes your motorcycle to lurch? Speeding up too quickly. Shifting into a lower gear too soon. Turning too fast. Driving over gravel roads.

15. ____ a common factor in motorcycle collisions. Seasonal changes are. Bad drivers are. Traffic signals are. Not being seen is.

16. If you believe that your motorcycle has not triggered a light sensor while stopped at a traffic light, when can you proceed? After waiting two light cycles. When it is safe to do so. After waiting for 120 seconds. All of these.

17. The best way to carry cargo on a motorcycle is to Distribute the load evenly. Keep the load forward. Secure the load with elastic cords Do all of these.

18. 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.

19. In order to swerve properly, you must Brake before or after swerving. Brake while swerving. Brake after swerving Brake before swerving.

20. The rear brake provides ____ of the motorcycle's stopping power. Three-quarters. All. One-quarter. One-half.

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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.