Illinois DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When at an intersection, you must especially watch for Rows of parked cars. Cars turning left in front of you. Irregular traffic signals People trying to share your lane.

2. Riding with both legs on the same side of the motorcycle is Permitted for children only. Never permitted. Permitted for passengers only Permitted only if you are carrying large items.

3. If you make eye contact with a driver at an intersection It suggests they are an aggressive driver. It does not mean the driver has seen you. You must yield the right-of-way It means they will yield the right-of-way.

4. In addition to downshifting when you slow or stop, you should also downshift When you need more power to accelerate. While riding on a multilane road. Whenever you pull in the clutch When you are descending a hill.

5. When riding in a group, group members should communicate by Making eye contact. Changing lane positions. Riding in pairs Using hand signals.

6. 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.

7. While driving in the city and looking ahead for hazards, you should be checking at least ____ ahead. Two blocks. One-half block. One block. Three blocks.

8. For the most stable riding, your knees and feet should be positioned Away from the gas tank and pointing down. Away from the gas tank and on the foot pegs. Against the gas tank and pointing down Against the gas tank and firmly on the foot pegs.

9. Because a motorcycle has a smaller profile than a car Special lights are required. It is faster. It is less visible Shoulder checks are not required.

10. If an obstacle cannot be avoided and you must drive over it, approach it at a ____ angle. 90-degree. 25-degree. 45-degree. 135-degree.

11. You can increase your safety when riding at night by Riding in the center of the lane position. Following vehicles closely so you can see better. Increasing your following distance Skimming the road with your feet as you ride.

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

13. Because riding a motorcycle is more tiring than driving a car, you should Avoid drinking water. Drink caffeinated beverages. Take frequent breaks Avoid wearing dark eyewear.

14. Use your feet to maintain balance by Pointing your toes downward. Holding them away from the motorcycle. Skimming them above the ground Keeping them on the footrests.

15. What do gravel, lane markings, and road edges have in common? They are present on all roads. They are the safest places to ride. They are areas where motorcycles cannot ride They provide poor traction for motorcycles.

16. To help absorb the shock of riding over large obstacles, you should Increase the throttle. Lift yourself slightly off the seat. Apply the front brake Pull in the clutch.

17. The front brake is more important because It is used most often. It provides all of the stopping power. It provides most of the stopping power It provides less of the stopping power.

18. When being passed on the left, it is best to Ride on the shoulder of the road. Keep closer to the passing vehicle. Avoid the center of the lane Avoid the left lane position.

19. When starting off on your motorcycle, you should start with your right wrist Down. Up. Flat Locked.

20. When traveling in heavy congested traffic, what is an adequate space cushion between yourself and the vehicle ahead? 4 seconds. Two seconds. One second. Three seconds.

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To operate a motorcycle in Illinois, you must have a valid Class M or Class L license. You can receive a license from a Secretary of State (SOS) facility. A Class L license permits you to drive motorcycles, motorbikes, mopeds, and scooters that are 150cc or less. A Class M license allows to you operate any type of motorcycle. Minors can apply for a 24-month motorcycle instruction permit to operate motorbikes that are 150cc or less. If you are 18 or older, you may apply for a 12-month instruction permit for any type of motorcycle.

To receive a motorcycle instruction permit, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the motorcycle knowledge test, and pay the fees. Minors must also successfully complete a driver's education course. To receive a Class L or M license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the motorcycle skills test, and pay the fees. Additionally, anyone under the age of 18 must complete an approved motorcycle training course. Applicants who are over the age of 18 may complete the state's Motorcycle Rider Education Course in lieu of the written and driving exams.

The written exam can be taken at your local SOS office. The test contains 25 questions about how to safely operate a motorcycle. You must answer 20 questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle skills test assesses your on-cycle abilities. If you fail either test, you must wait seven days to retest.