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1. The best way to increase your visibility at an intersection is to
2. Before taking trip with your motorcycle, you should check your
3. If there are hazards on your left, what lane position should you ride in?
4. How can you use your clothing to help prevent collisions?
5. Other than wearing bright clothing, how can you increase your visibility?
6. Drivers in other vehicles present a particular hazard when
7. Which of the following is true about starting while on an upward hill?
8. If an unexpected obstacle requires you to turn left quickly, you should
9. If you are being followed by a tailgater and he or she is not able to pass you, you should
10. ____ drugs can affect your ability to ride.
11. When looking where you want to turn, you should
12. What are two ways to avoid obstacles in your path?
13. To help absorb the shock of riding over large obstacles, you should
14. While riding, your feet should be positioned
15. Which one of the following statements is correct?
16. While riding, you notice there are hazards on the left side of the lane. what should your lane position be?
17. When approaching an intersection, you should select a lane position to
18. What portion of a traffic lane does a motorcycle need to operate safely?
19. Which of the following is not a way to increase your visibility at night?
20. To keep a safe space cushion between yourself and the vehicle ahead of you, you should leave at least ____ seconds of space.
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.