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. A broken yellow line means: Both traffic on the other side of the line is traveling the opposite direction and you may pass slower traffic if safe. You may pass slower traffic if safe. The lanes of traffic are going in the same direction You may never pass anyone. Traffic on the other side of the line is traveling the opposite direction.

2. With a beginner's permit you may only drive a motorcycle between which hours? 4 a.m. to 4 p.m. 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. 6 a.m. to 6 p.m 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. 4 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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

4. How can you prevent fatigue while riding? Limit the length of your trip. Take frequent breaks. Protect yourself from the elements All these answers are correct.

5. The handbook covers ____ laws. All of the. The important. The trivial The silly.

6. 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.

7. When choosing a lane position, the best position Is the left of the lane position. Is the right of the lane position. Is the one where you are most likely to be seen Is the center of the lane position.

8. Most motorcycle crashes happen On gravel roads. On long trips. On short trips In parking lots.

9. Which of the following is true concerning speed in south carolina? The posted speed limit is the absolute maximum and reduces with adverse weather conditions. Traveling over the posted speed limit by a bit is okay. You may travel at any speed you wish The posted speed limit is the speed limit in all conditions. The speed limits are more guideline than law.

10. When you are traveling on a two-lane road and a vehicle ahead of you stops for a pedestrian, you must Not pass the stopped vehicle. Change lanes and pass the vehicle quickly. Reduce your speed and pass the vehicle slowly Alert the stopped vehicle to take a detour.

11. When being passed by another vehicle, you must be alert for Extended side mirrors. Blasts of wind. Things being thrown from the vehicle All of these things.

12. To cross railroad tracks safely, you should cross them at an angle of at least ____ degrees. 45 120 20 90

13. What is a good strategy for seeing bumps on a road at night? Stay in low gears. Wear reflective clothing. Use your low beam headlight Watch the taillights of the car ahead of you.

14. Which of the following is not an effect of alcohol? Dulled judgment. Increased alertness. Slower reactions. Impaired vision.

15. What should you do if there are traffic officers around? Drive as you normally would. None of the answers listed. Obey what they instruct Go with the posted speed limits. Only obey them if there is a funeral procession going on.

16. What does a green arrow indicate? Come to a complete stop. The red stop light will appear soon. Proceed only after yielding the right of way A warning that there are hazardous conditions in the road where the arrow is pointing. You are only to proceed in the direction where the arrow is indicating.

17. 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.

18. You should avoid attaching cargo to a motorcycle with Elastic cords. Ropes. Tank bags Saddlebags.

19. Head checks are necessary for Driving a car only. Making turns. Changing gears Checking blind spots.

20. 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.

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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.