Michigan DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. Before you mount your motorcycle for a trip, you should check the Fluids. Tires. Signal lights All of these.

2. If you take a turn too fast, you may end up Obstructing the view of vehicles behind you. Crossing into another lane of traffic. Tipping over while riding Destroying your tires.

3. If your chain on your motorcycle breaks, you'll lose power to ____. None of the listed answers. The entire motorcycle. The front wheel The rear wheel.

4. When making turns as a group at an intersection you should ____. Ride side by side to allow quicker progress. Tighten the group and make turns single file. Run red lights in order to stay together Try to get through as fast as possible.

5. Another driver is most likely to try and share a lane with you When preparing to turn at an intersection. When they want to pass you. In heavy traffic When doing any of the above.

6. Using ____ is the best way to fasten cargo to a motorcycle. Strips of cloth. Elastic cords. The sissy bar. Strong rope.

7. Before riding, always check your motorcycle's ____. All of the listed answers. Headlight. Tire pressure Suspension.

8. When coming upon a blind intersection, what should you do? Both move to the part of your lane that allows another driver to see you and make sure you are as visible as possible but protecting your own space. Make sure you are as visible as possible but protecting your own space. Move to the part of your lane that allows another driver to see you Speed across really fast and hope no one is there.

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

10. How can you reduce your reaction time when approaching an intersection? Look both ways. Cover the clutch and the brake. Maintain or increase your speed Point your toes downward.

11. What does the sipde driver judgment acronym stand for? Scan, identify, proceed, direct, execute. Scan, identify, predict, decide, execute. See, identify, proceed, direct, examine. See, identify, predict, decide, examine.

12. Nearly what percentage of riders killed in motorcycle crashes had been drinking beforehand? 40% 15% 75% 50%

13. How can you increase your visibility at blind intersections? Flash your brake light. Stop beyond the stop line so you will be seen. Always ride in the center lane position Ride in the lane portion in which you will be seen first.

14. In order to help prevent tipping, you should be careful when ____. Both loading cargo and positioning passengers. Loading cargo. Positioning passengers Playing music with too much bass.

15. When riding over railroad tracks, it's safest to go over them ____. All of the listed answers. By avoiding them and taking a different route. Whatever way has you crossing them at a 90 degree angle By staying straight within your lane.

16. When riding in groups, you should only pair up if____. If you have nowhere else to go. If you need to talk to someone. If you will only be there for a minute or two The traffic is not heavy. None of the listed answers.

17. Are passengers required to wear helmets? Only if under the age of 18. Yes, at all times. Never. Only if under the age of 16.

18. On a slippery surface, what is the most effective braking method? Alternately apply the front and rear brakes. Use both the front and rear brakes at the same time. Use the rear brake only Use the front brake only.

19. If your motorcycle will take longer to stop, you should Increase your following distance. Change lanes. Increase your speed Decrease your following distance.

20. If your front wheel locks, you should Continue applying the brake. Release the front brake and reapply it smoothly. Release the rear brake only Use the rear brake only.

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To operate a motorcycle in Michigan, you must have a motorcycle endorsement (CY) on your driver's license. Licenses are issued by the Secretary of State (SOS). You must be at least 16 and have a valid driver's license to apply for a motorcycle temporary instruction permit or motorcycle endorsement. Minors must have a valid level 2 or level 3 graduated driver license (GDL). A motorcycle permit or endorsement allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle permit, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the vision screening and the motorcycle knowledge test, and pay the fees. To receive a motorcycle endorsement on your current Michigan driver's license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the driving test, and pay the fees. Additionally, applicants under the age of 18 must also complete a motorcycle safety course. Testing may be waived for applicants over the age of 18 who successfully complete an approved motorcycle safety course.

The tests are taken at your local SOS branch office. The motorcycle knowledge exam contains 25 questions on motorcycle safety and driving skills. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle rider skills test assesses your ability to operate a motorcycle safely. If you fail the motorcycle rider skills test twice, you will be required to take a motorcycle safety course before you can attempt the test again.