South Carolina DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. You ride safely on slippery surfaces by Maintaining or increasing your speed. Avoiding sudden moves. Holding in the clutch Leaning back.

2. How is the rear brake controlled? By the left foot pedal. By the right hand lever. By the left hand lever. By the right foot pedal.

3. If you are carrying a lot of cargo, you may need to adjust your Saddlebags. Helmet. Suspension Handlebars.

4. What is the minimum age to obtain a non-commercial class e or f driver's license? 16 17 20 19 18

5. If there are 3 or more lanes going in one direction, the left lane is used by drivers who want to Go faster or turn right. Go slower or turn left. Go faster or turn left Go slower or enter the road.

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

7. While you are riding on a curvy road, your motorcycle position should Stay in the center of your lane. Stay on the left side of the lane. Stay on the right side of the lane Change constantly to give you the best view.

8. What can you do to avoid accidents? Be ready to slow down when you are approaching an intersection and you have the green light, or the right of way. All of the answers listed. Glance at traffic coming in all directions Expect the unexpected from drivers and pedestrians around you. Pay attention to your driving.

9. What equipment should be included in a moped? Operable pedals, if applicable. All of the answers listed. Brake lights activated when either brake is used Operable running lights. At least one rearview mirror.

10. Which of the following is not a true statement about safety belts? They slow your body down with your car. The seat belt should be worn low and snug on the hips and tight across the shoulder. You will be trapped after an accident if you wear a safety belt They keep you from being thrown from the car.

11. When it comes to drivers, eye contact Should be made before crossing any intersection. Should be avoided to discourage aggression. Is not a guarantee that they will yield to you Ensures that they will stop and let you through.

12. Which of the following surfaces does a motorcycle operator have to be aware may be hazardous or slippery? All of the answers listed. Grooves and gratings. Wet paved surfaces Manhole covers and lane markings. Railroad tracks and crossings.

13. Adjust your side mirrors so you will be able to see Everything to the sides and rear. Behind you and part of the lane beside you. Only beside your vehicle Only behind your vehicle.

14. Half of all motorcycle crashes are caused by Riding while under the influence. Not wearing proper gear. Drivers entering the rider's right-of-way Faulty traffic signals.

15. When riding through a curve, the most effective lane position Will change throughout the curve. Is in the center of the lane position. Is the right of the lane position Is any lane position as long as you maintain it.

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

17. Why is it important to cross railroad tracks at an angle of at least 45 degrees? A larger angle would be unsafe. It gives you the best view of oncoming trains. It allows you to cross tracks quickly At a lesser angle, you may catch your tires.

18. Drivers on an express highway should avoid 'highway hypnosis' by Continually shifting eyes from one area of the roadway to another. Listening to very loud music. Continually moving the car from one lane to another Continuously talking on the cell phone.

19. 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.

20. ____ can increase your visibility. Pulling in the clutch. Changing your lane position according to traffic situations. Riding in the left lane position. Riding with a passenger.

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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.