Michigan DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. Which of the following is true about drinking alcohol and riding a motorcycle? Motorcycle riders are not permitted to drink any alcohol. Alcohol impairs a motorcycle rider's skills sooner and more severely than a driver's. Alcohol does not affect motorcycle riders. Alcohol affects drivers of cars more than motorcycle riders.

2. When is it important to use your side mirrors? Before changing lanes. Before you slow down. When you are stopped at an intersection. All of the above.

3. When riding in groups you should ____. Both stay close together and give space to each rider. Give space to each rider. None of the listed answers Stay close together.

4. When passing heavy vehicles, it is important to avoid Passing without a dedicated passing lane. Flashing your headlight. Slowing down suddenly when you merge back in front of the vehicle Beeping your horn when alongside the vehicle.

5. Which of the following should be done at night? Avoid riding on rural roads. Wear brighter clothing so you can be seen. Follow vehicles closely Slow down so you can stop within the range of your headlights.

6. If you believe your motorcycle has not triggered traffic lights, you can proceed if You have stopped completely. The red light has been shown for too long. No one is approaching the roadway All these answers are correct.

7. Studies have shown that most crashes involved riders who Underbraked the front tire and overbraked the rear. Did not separate braking from swerving or who did not swerve when it was appropriate to do so. Lacked one of the above skills Lacked none of the above skills.

8. 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.

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

10. The best position for traction when it is raining is The shoulder of the road. The center lane position. The left lane position In the tracks left by other drivers.

11. When riding in a group, when should you ride single file? When entering a highway. In rural areas. At all times. On long stretches of road.

12. There is (are) ____ possible lane position(s) available to a motorcycle in a single lane of traffic. Three. Two. One. 4

13. You should always check your ____ before riding. All of the listed answers. Chassis. Electrics Tires. Fluids.

14. To stop safely on a curve, you should Straighten the motorcycle so that it is perpendicular to the surface of the road. Keep your knees against the gas tank. Take your feet off the foot pegs for balance Lean the opposite way of the motorcycle.

15. You should use your horn when ____. You want to alert someone of possible danger. You want to tell someone to get away from you. You want to say hello to someone you know You want to let someone know that you think they are cute.

16. Drivers involved in crashes with motorcycles, most often say ____. All of the listed answers. That the motorcyclist was being reckless. That they didn't see the motorcycle That the motorcyclist was texting.

17. A motorcycle temporary instruction permit is valid for ____ days. 30 180 60 90

18. See stands for ____. Search, evaluate, execute. Seek, evaluate, execute. None of the listed answers See, evaluate, execute.

19. Which of the following is a major cause of engine seizure? All listed answers. Being low on oil. Driving too far in one stretch Driving too many hours over the course of a day.

20. Which of the following applies to carrying cargo? Carry loads on the sissy bar. Distribute the weight evenly. Cargo should not be carried while carrying a passenger Ropes are the best method to secure cargo.

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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.