South Carolina DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When parked beside a curb, your motorcycle must Have the front wheel on the curb. Be positioned at an angle with the back wheel to the curb. Be parallel to the curb Be lying on the curb.

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

3. Most of your motorcycle's stopping power is provided by The clutch. The front brake. The rear brake The front and rear brakes equally.

4. If you experience a weaving feeling while riding over metal grating, what should you do? Relax and maintain speed. Grip the handlebars tightly to stop the feeling. Decrease your speed Increase your speed.

5. 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.

6. Which of the following present(s) the greatest danger to the motorcyclist? Oncoming traffic turning left in front of you. Overpasses and tunnels. Motorcycle chain problems. Bicycles on the side of the road.

7. What should a driver do if they notice the road ahead is covered by smoke? All of the answers listed. Immediately slow down. Drive as far as possible to the right of the road Stop off the roadway. Determine if it is safe to continue.

8. Why are curves a common place for motorcycle crashes? Motorcycles can't stay in one lane position while moving through a turn. Motorcycles tend to run wide in a curve if not careful. Leaning in curves causes motorcycles to tip over It is difficult to steer a motorcycle.

9. 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.

10. How old must you be to get a motorcycle learner's permit? 14 years old. 17 years old. 15 years old 18 years old. 16 years old.

11. Groups of motorcycle riders should be no larger than ____ riders. Five. Two. Seven. Six.

12. The best clothing for making yourself visible is Colorful and big. Leather and tough. Dark and durable Bright and reflective.

13. The best way to carry cargo on a motorcycle is to Secure the load with elastic cords. Keep the load forward. Distribute the load evenly Do all of these.

14. Motorcycles are especially in danger when being passed by large vehicles because Large vehicles tend to swerve into your lane. Large vehicles cannot accelerate as fast as motorcycles. Large blasts of wind can affect your control Their drivers are often tired from working long hours.

15. When should a driver make use of their horn? Only for warning purposes. To alert drivers to pass them. When they are being tailgated To notify someone that they should speed up. When they are cut off.

16. When placing both your hands on the steering wheel, in which clock position should they be? Left hand at the 6 to 8 o'clock position and your right hand at the 3 to 5 o'clock position. Left hand at the 7 to 11 o'clock position and your right hand at the 3 to 9 o'clock position. Right hand at the 7 to 9 o'clock position and your left hand at the 3 to 5 o'clock position Left hand at the 7 to 9 o'clock position and your right hand at the 3 to 5 o'clock position. Left hand at the 7 to 9 o'clock position and your right hand at the 4 to 6 o'clock position.

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. Under which conditions must you stop for a school bus? On any 4-lane highway only when traveling behind a school bus. All of the answers listed. When passing a school bus that has red or amber signals flashing On any two-lane highway. On any multi-lane highway only when traveling behind a school bus.

19. When pulling off to the side of the road, you must check to see That it is a designated area. That it is a well-lit area. That your brakes are working That the surface is firm enough to ride on.

20. How many feet before turning should a driver signal? 100 125 55 175 200

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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.