Michigan DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. While driving in the city and looking ahead for hazards, you should be checking at least ____ ahead. Three blocks. One block. One-half block. Two blocks.

2. When you head check before changing lanes, you're checking The size of the vehicles that are close to you. The traction of the road surface. Areas of vision blocked by your helmet The lane beside you and the far lane.

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

4. Research shows that riders involved in crashes ____. All of the listed answers. Over brake the rear tire. Applied brakes while swerving Under brake the front tire.

5. Which of the following present(s) the greatest danger to the motorcyclist? Overpasses and tunnels. Oncoming traffic turning left in front of you. Bicycles on the side of the road. Motorcycle chain problems.

6. More than half of all crashes occur on a motorcycle the rider has been using for ____ months or less. 2 3 4 5

7. When can you operate a motorcycle between lanes of traffic? Never. Whenever it is safe to do so. During rush hour. Only in designated areas.

8. When making a routine stop at a stop sign, you should Downshift until rolling to a stop. Use the front brake only. Use the rear brake only Use both front and rear brakes.

9. If your motorcycle starts to wobble, you should Close the throttle slowly. Apply the front brake only. Apply the rear brake only Open the throttle slowly.

10. How is maximum straight line braking achieved? Pull the kill engine switch. Fully apply both brakes. Apply only the front brake Apply only the rear brake.

11. When driving beside parked cars, why is it important to maintain a left of the lane position? You are more likely to hit a car in the right of the lane position. The center of the lane position is too slippery. You may avoid problems from doors opening Motorcycles should always ride in the left of the lane position.

12. What does choosing the best lane position mean? You are not in a blind spot. You are avoiding hazards. Your space cushion is maximized All of the above are correct.

13. When exiting as a group from a highway, you should____. Exit in single file. Exit side-by-side. Exit in staggered formation None of the listed answers.

14. What is the safest braking method? Using only the front brake. Alternating between using the front brake and the rear brake. Using only the rear brake. Using both front and rear brakes at the same time.

15. In what position should the seat of a motorcycle be? As close to the front as possible. Far enough back to where you can barely reach the handlebars. In a position where you can reach the handlebars with your elbows slightly bent Wherever is most comfortable for the rider.

16. In order to reduce the risks of drinking while riding you should ____. Drink only if you don't have to ride far after. Only have two drinks. Not drink at all if you plan to ride Trust yourself to know your limit.

17. If your motorcycle was made before 1978, you must remember to Avoid carrying passengers. Only ride during the day. Turn the headlight on when riding at all times Get a special license.

18. During normal turns The rider should lean the opposite direction of the motorcycle. The rider should remain upright while leaning the motorcycle. The rider should lean with the motorcycle Both rider and motorcycle should remain upright.

19. You should flash your brake light when You are going to turn left. You slow down where others might not expect it. You slow down in rural areas The speed limit changes.

20. Studies have shown that most crashes involved riders who Underbraked the front tire and overbraked the rear. Did not separate braking from swerving or who did not swerve when it was appropriate to do so. Lacked one of the above skills Lacked none of the above skills.

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To operate a motorcycle in Michigan, you must have a motorcycle endorsement (CY) on your driver's license. Licenses are issued by the Secretary of State (SOS). You must be at least 16 and have a valid driver's license to apply for a motorcycle temporary instruction permit or motorcycle endorsement. Minors must have a valid level 2 or level 3 graduated driver license (GDL). A motorcycle permit or endorsement allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle permit, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the vision screening and the motorcycle knowledge test, and pay the fees. To receive a motorcycle endorsement on your current Michigan driver's license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the driving test, and pay the fees. Additionally, applicants under the age of 18 must also complete a motorcycle safety course. Testing may be waived for applicants over the age of 18 who successfully complete an approved motorcycle safety course.

The tests are taken at your local SOS branch office. The motorcycle knowledge exam contains 25 questions on motorcycle safety and driving skills. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle rider skills test assesses your ability to operate a motorcycle safely. If you fail the motorcycle rider skills test twice, you will be required to take a motorcycle safety course before you can attempt the test again.