Illinois DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. While riding, your feet should be positioned Pointing down for easy shifting. Hovering above the ground in case you tip. As far forward as possible Firmly on the footrests.

2. If an object suddenly appears in your riding path, you should ____ to avoid a crash. Swerve around the object. Lean your motorcycle. Swerve and apply the brakes. Apply the front brake gently.

3. What can you do to help keep your balance in turns? Crouch down low. Pull in the clutch and coast. Keep your knees against the gas tank Slow down before the turn.

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

5. 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.

6. When entering a turn and you need to change gears, when should that change occur? After completing the turn. After entering the turn. Before entering the turn. At any time.

7. In order to avoid hazardous situations, you should Watch other vehicles. Be able to swerve. Avoid carrying passengers Search the road ahead.

8. If you are being followed by a tailgater and he or she is not able to pass you, you should Call the police. Flash your brake lights. Increase your following distance Pull over and stop.

9. When sitting properly on a motorcycle, your arms are used mostly for Applying the brakes. Hand signals. Holding yourself up Steering the motorcycle.

10. An approved helmet can save a motorcycle rider from ____ in most collision situations. Skidding. Fire. Hitting other vehicles. A serious head and neck injury.

11. Which surface provides less traction than normal road conditions? Wet pavement. Metal gratings. Uneven surfaces. All of these.

12. Motorcycle cargo should not be secured with Rope. Saddlebags. Elastic cords Tank bags.

13. Drivers in other vehicles present a particular hazard when You are parking your motorcycle. You are making a right turn. You are passing a row of parked cars You are riding through a school zone.

14. Which of the following is true about starting while on an upward hill? Use the foot brake to hold you until the engine takes hold. Never try to start on an upward hill. Start in second gear Position yourself at a 90-degree angle against the curb.

15. Motorcycles are especially in danger when being passed by large vehicles because Large vehicles cannot accelerate as fast as motorcycles. Their drivers are often tired from working long hours. Large vehicles tend to swerve into your lane Large blasts of wind can affect your control.

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

17. 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.

18. Other than wearing bright clothing, how can you increase your visibility? Riding only in the left of the lane position. Decreasing your speed. Wearing reflective clothing. Wearing a full-face helmet.

19. Your motorcycle has two brakes. use both brakes: Only for normal stops. Only for emergency stops. Every time you slow or stop.

20. If you are riding in a staggered formation, you should switch to riding in pairs when Riding at night. Approaching intersections. Motorcycles should never ride in pairs Turning sharp corners.

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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.