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 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.

2. What should you do if you are one of the first persons to come upon the scene of a collision? Notify the local police. Move your vehicle off the travel portion of the roadway. Stop. get medical help for the injured Do all of these things.

3. When making a turn, how many feet beforehand should you signal? 175 200 100 75 150

4. A motorcycle with what brake horsepower or less may not be ridden on limited access highways? Five brake horsepower or less. Eight brake horsepower or less. Six brake horsepower or less Nine brake horsepower or less. Seven brake horsepower or less.

5. When do the majority of traffic collisions occur on highways? After the first day of raining. During hazardous weather conditions. When the weather is good and the roads are dry Between the months of june and october. During severe heat conditions.

6. 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.

7. During the sidecar skills test, you will be scored on: All of the listed answers. Distance. Time Position.

8. Keeping your knees against the gas tank Helps you keep your balance. Helps turn the motorcycle. Should never be done Should only be done to help steady cargo.

9. How many valid driver's licenses are you allowed to have? 1 5 3 4 2

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

11. What is one cause of skidding while turning? Using the wrong gear. Using the wrong brake. Applying too much brake. Pulling in the clutch too quickly.

12. Which of the following is an example of an item you will be tested on when taking the road test? Backing. Stopping smoothly. All of the answers listed Parallel parking. Stopping at stop signs.

13. Help balance your motorcycle while turning by Dragging your feet on the ground. Keeping both knees against the gas tank. Leaning the opposite way of the motorcycle Doing all of these things.

14. The best position for traction when it is raining is The center lane position. The left lane position. The shoulder of the road In the tracks left by other drivers.

15. During which situations should you be checking your mirrors? All of the answers listed. Anytime you plan changing lanes. If someone is tailgating you When you are stopped at an intersection. Anytime you reduce your speed.

16. To obtain a conditional driver's license, you must have completed how many hours of driving practice at night time? 10 12 15 5 8

17. If you are about to slow down where others may not expect it, you should Use your signal lights. Flash your brake light. Use your front brake only Use the left lane position only.

18. Who can share a lane with motorcycles? Motorcycles and small cars. No one. Other motorcycles only. All other vehicles.

19. In which of the following situations should a motorcycle operator make a concentrated effort of checking their side mirrors? Anytime the motorcycle rider wishes to make a lane change. When stopped at intersections. All of the answers listed When being followed by another vehicle when deciding to make a turn up ahead. Anytime the motorcycle slows down.

20. 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.

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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.