South Carolina DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. 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.

2. When you need to cross rail tracks that are parallel to you, how should you cross them? Edge across the tracks. At an angle of at least 45 degrees. At an angle of exactly 90 degrees. Never cross rail tracks parallel to your lane.

3. In which of the following situations should you increase your following distance? Slippery conditions. When being tailgated. Heavy traffic. All of these situations.

4. ____ show parking spaces for persons with disabilities. Blue pavement markings. Yellow pavement markings. Red pavement markings. White pavement markings.

5. Which statement is false? When you have stopped for a school bus with flashing lights, you cannot start moving again until the lights stop flashing. You must stop for a school bus with flashing lights on any 4 lane highway, when behind the bus. You must stop for a school bus with flashing lights on any two lane highway, when approaching the front of the bus You must stop for a school bus with flashing lights on any 4 lane highway, when approaching the front of the bus. You must stop for a school bus with flashing lights on any two lane highway, when behind the bus.

6. As a general rule, which handlebar position is recommended for average driving? Short, high bars. Tall, high bars. Short, low bars Tall, low bars.

7. Which of the following is a correct description of a gear position in a vehicle equipped with a manual transmission? 1st gear on a manual transmission is used to start a vehicle in motion, driving in mud or on ice, and for driving up or down very steep hills. 4th gear is used to reverse the motion of a vehicle. 2nd gear on a manual transmission is used mainly for parking on hills All of the answers listed. Neutral is a gear used mainly for cruising speeds on highways.

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

9. A moped modified to produce speeds in excess of which speed is considered unlawful? 10 mph. 15 mph. 25 mph 30 mph. 20 mph.

10. What are the basic requirements to obtain a non-commercial class e or f driver's license? Understand the meaning of the different traffic signs, signals and pavement markings. Passing an eye exam. Have your vehicle in good condition All of the answers listed. Be physically and mentally able to drive.

11. During the initial vehicle check, pressure loss should not exceed which psi amount for single vehicle? 2 psi. 7 psi. 3 psi 6 psi. 4 psi.

12. When does a moped license expire? On the licensee's birthday every five years. On the licensee's birthday every 4 years. On the licensee's birthday every 3 years On the licensee's birthday every ten years. On the licensee's birthday every six years.

13. Which of the following is the best way to secure cargo? Metal chains. Elastic cords. Nylon rope. Cable ties.

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

15. What are the minimum liability insurance limits for injury to one person, injury to two persons, and property damage? $20,000, $40,000, $20,000, respectively. $50,000, $100,000, $50,000, respectively. $25,000, $50,000, $25,000, respectively $25,000, $50,000, $20,000, respectively. $30,000, $60,000, $30,000, respectively.

16. 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.

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

18. If you are under 21 years of age, your license will be suspended if your BAC is equal to or greater than which of the following? 0.01 0.02 0.01 0.01

19. Which of the following is considered illegal equipment in the state of south carolina? A blue light. Large chrome accents which may distract other drivers. Lightly tinted windows Televisions in the backseat of a vehicle.

20. You can maintain an adequate space cushion by Adjusting your lane position as you ride. Beeping your horn at close drivers. Speeding up when approached by tailgaters Always riding in the center of the lane position.

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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.