South Carolina DMV Motorcycle Test

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

2. When carrying a passenger, your motorcycle will Respond quicker than normal. Easily tip over. Respond slower than normal Respond the same as without a passenger.

3. Which of the following is not an effect of alcohol? Dulled judgment. Increased alertness. Slower reactions. Impaired vision.

4. Which of the following provide(s) the best traction for motorcycles? Warm pavement. Wet pavement. Gravel roads. Snow.

5. Part of the coupling process is: All of the listed answers. Connecting the brake lines. Securing the tractor Raising the trailer supports.

6. If your motorcycle begins to wobble, the best way to stop it is to Close the throttle gradually. Accelerate out of the wobble. Apply the front brake Apply the rear brake.

7. You must maintain a space cushion between your motorcycle and other vehicles ahead of you because it gives you Time to stop. Time to react. Time to brake. All these answers are correct.

8. Where are guide signs used in south carolina? In commercial areas. In residential areas. On the interstates Near a school zone.

9. Which of the following are appropriate tips for interstate driving? When entering an interstate, increase your speed in the acceleration lane up to a speed that will allow you to move into a gap between vehicles. Yield to other cars already on the interstate but avoid bringing your vehicle to a complete stop. After leaving the interstate, be sure to adjust your speed downward for other types of highways All of the answers listed. Do not back up on an interstate.

10. When you park, which wheel should be touching the curb? Neither wheel. Both wheels. The front. The rear.

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

12. A lighted red arrow means You may not proceed in the direction indicated by the arrow. You may proceed only after yielding to pedestrians and other traffic. You may not increase the speed of the vehicle in the direction indicated by the arrow You may slowly proceed in the direction indicated by the arrow.

13. Motorists entering a highway from the entrance ramp must yield the right-of-way to Traffic already traveling on the highway. No need to yield the right-of-way. Other motorists on the entrance ramp Heavy trucks on the ramp.

14. A surface which provides little traction for motorcycles is Snow. Gravel roads. Wet pavement All of these.

15. You must hold a beginner's permit for how many days to be eligible for a regular driver's license? 180 30 365 60 90

16. How can you ride safely on slippery surfaces? Increase your speed to maintain balance. Lean opposite to the motorcycle during turns. Ride on the slipperiest portion of the lane Reduce your speed and avoid sudden moves.

17. What is the name of the law that applies to the option of being able to register to vote when being issued your license if you are an american citizen and 18 years old? The motor voter law. The registration law. The american voter law The voter right law. The voter law.

18. The tires on your motorcycle should be checked Every time you ride. Once a month. Once a week At the start of every season.

19. Rolling on the throttle through a turn will Cause the motorcycle to skid. Help stop the motorcycle. Help stabilize the motorcycle Cause the motorcycle to tip over.

20. In case of mechanical signal failure on your vehicle, what is the proper hand signal to display for indicating intent to make a left turn? Holding up 3 fingers with your left hand out the driver's side window. Left hand held down toward the pavement with your palm spread out the driver's side window. Left hand and arm extended straight out of the driver's side window Left hand moving up and down in a fast motion out of the driver's side window.

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To operate a motorcycle in South Carolina, you must have a motorcycle beginner's permit or a Class M license. Licenses are issued by the state's Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV). You can apply for a motorcycle beginner's permit at age 15 and a Class M license after holding a permit for 180 days. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle beginner's permit, you must apply, submit the required documentation, pass the vision screening and the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. You must hold a permit for 180 days before you can receive a Class M license. Applicants who are 15 or 16 years old will also need to successfully complete a driver's education course. To receive a Class M license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the motorcycle rider skills test, and pay the fees.

Tests are scheduled through the SCDMV. The motorcycle knowledge test contains 25 questions about road rules and safe riding. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle rider skills test assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail, you may have to wait two weeks before you can retest.