Illinois DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. Which of the following is acceptable to wear on a motorcycle as protective clothing? Boots, shorts, and a leather jacket. Sturdy jacket, boots, and gloves. Jeans, t-shirt, and a helmet. Gloves, bright shoes, and a denim jacket.

2. When passing a row of parked cars, you must be alert because of Drivers opening their doors. Cars exiting their parking spots. People emerging from between cars All these answers are correct.

3. What is the best way to deal with tailgaters? Increase your speed. Call the police. Pull over and stop. Encourage them to pass you.

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

5. If there are hazards on your left, what lane position should you ride in? Two. Two or three. One or two. Three.

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

7. It may be important to change your lane position if you are Riding on a multilane road. Riding in a residential area. Approaching a blind intersection Being followed.

8. Weaving when riding over a metal grating Is not hazardous. Is dangerous to motorcycle riders. Is caused by poor motorcycle skills Is harmful to the motorcycle.

9. Motorcycles should share lanes with cars when There is heavy traffic. It is never safe to share a lane with a car. Riding with other motorcycles Riding in a designated area only.

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

11. If you think your throttle is sticking, you should immediately Twist it back and forth. Pull off the road. Apply both brakes smoothly Pull the engine cut-off switch.

12. The best way to protect your eyes is with A three-quarter helmet. A face shield. Eyeglasses A windshield.

13. If the rear wheel locks, you should Grab the front brake. Increase the throttle. Not release the brake Release the brake.

14. When starting off on your motorcycle, you should start with your right wrist Down. Up. Flat Locked.

15. Before each ride, you should adjust The side mirrors. The clutch. Your seat The throttle.

16. Your body can be affected by alcohol after as little as ____ drink(s). 4 Two. Six. One.

17. 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.

18. For an adequate space cushion, maintain a following distance of at least ____ seconds Three. One. 4 Two.

19. Most motorcycle crashes occur With drivers that have been riding for more than 6 months. When changing lanes. With drivers who have been riding for less than 6 months On multilane highways.

20. Which of the following surfaces provides poor traction for motorcycles? Gravel roads. Lane markings. Wet pavement. All of the above.

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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.