South Carolina DMV Motorcycle Test

Pass the South Carolina Motorcycle Permit test the first time with FREE South Carolina DMV Practice Tests. Study real motorcycle permit questions from the DMV handbook!.

1. What does this sign indicate?

The maximum allowable speed when children are present near a school zone. The maximum allowable speed at any time near a school zone. The minimum allowable speed at any time near a school zone The minimum allowable speed when children are present near a school zone.

2. To handle slippery surfaces, you need to Avoid sudden moves. Slow down before you get to a slippery surface. Use both brakes when making a quick stop. All of these answers are correct.

3. You can increase your line of sight when preparing to pass by Increasing your speed. Swerving from side to side. Riding in the left lane position. Lifting your face shield.

4. While riding your motorcycle, you approach a crosswalk that a pedestrian has just entered. what should you do? Stop and wait for the pedestrian to cross the road. Proceed as long as you will not hit the pedestrian. Stop inside the crosswalk Proceed if the pedestrian is not in your lane.

5. When driving through a turn, your lane position should Change to give you the best view. Be in the center of the lane. Stay as close to the edge of the road as possible Stay as close to the center line as possible.

6. The x-marked rr sign indicates

You are approaching an intersection. Traffic is prohibited in this area. You are approaching a work zone You are approaching a railroad crossing.

7. You maintain a ____ following distance between you and the vehicle in front of you. 1-2. 3-4 second. 6-May 6-8.

8. You should maintain an adequate space cushion around your motorcycle At all times. When carrying passengers. When carrying cargo When you first learn to ride.

9. The best formation when riding in a group is Single file. In pairs. Motorcycles should not ride in groups The staggered formation.

10. When thinking of the steering wheel as the face of a clock, which position should your left and right hands be in respectively? 10 to 11 o'clock and 3 to 4 o'clock position. 11 to 12 o'clock and 4 to 5 o'clock position. 6 to 7 o'clock and 1 to 2 o'clock position 7 to 9 o'clock and 3 to 5 o'clock position.

11. Which of the following does not increase your safety when riding at night? Passing slower vehicles. Wearing reflective coating. Changing your lane position. Decreasing your speed.

12. When uncoupling, which wheel hook should you pull and lock the handle of? 1st wheel. 3rd wheel. 5th wheel 4th wheel. 2nd wheel.

13. When near a car at night, you need to dim your headlights at least how many feet from the approaching vehicle? 225 400 250 500 300

14. Before starting your motorcycle engine, your transmission should be in First gear. Neutral. Third gear Second gear.

15. Who should you yield the right of way to? All of the answers listed. Yield the right of way to bicyclists. Yield the right of way to motor vehicles Anyone else who has moved into an intersection before you. Yield the right of way to pedestrians.

16. What is an example of a winter driving technique? Apply brakes gently. Travel in the tracks of where other vehicles have been. All of the answers listed If there is snow or ice, increase following distances. Exercise caution when approaching intersections.

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

18. How can you help balance yourself during motorcycle turns? Turn your torso in the direction of the turn. Take your feet off the foot pegs for balance. Lean the opposite direction of the motorcycle Keep your knees against the gas tank.

19. Which brake provides the most stopping power? The emergency brake. Both brakes equally. The front brake. The rear brake.

20. The i-20 begins at which state line? Both the georgia line and the columbia line. None of the answers listed. The columbia line The north carolina line. The georgia line.

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About Motorcycle Permit Practice Tests

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.