Michigan DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. A ____-second following distance gives you a minimum amount of space to stop or swerve, if the driver ahead stops suddenly. One. Five. Two. Three.

2. As a motorcycle rider, how many positions do you have available in a single traffic lane? Two. Three. One. 4

3. To warn drivers you are slowing down in an unusual place, you can Shift gears instead of braking. Swerve from side to side. Flash your brake light Raise slightly off your seat.

4. The best lane position for being seen Changes depending on the situation. Is the right of the lane position. Is the left of the lane position Is the center of the lane position.

5. What is engine braking? Downshifting through gears to slow the motorcycle. Where your engine stops working. Upshifting to gain speed on hills. Using the engine kill switch to stop the motorcycle.

6. In order for the driver of the vehicle ahead of you to see you easily, the best lane position is The center. The left. Any lane The right.

7. Before every ride, you should check your motorcycle's Chassis. Lights. Tires All of the above.

8. 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.

9. When parked along the roadside, you should park Parallel to the curb. With your front tire touching the curb. With your rear tire touching the curb On the curb.

10. If your motorcycle begins to wobble, the best way to stop it is to Apply the front brake. Close the throttle gradually. Apply the rear brake Accelerate out of the wobble.

11. Pre-testing your motorcycle should involve ____. All of the listed answers. Becoming familiar with the neighborhood. Making sure settings are correct Ensuring that your load is secure.

12. How can you increase your visibility to others at night? Wear reflective gear. Wear a bright helmet. Avoid wearing a tinted face shield Wear fluorescent clothing.

13. Which of the following affects your blood alcohol concentration? How fast you drink. How much you weigh. The number of drinks you've had. All of the above.

14. As you approach the center of a turn, you should Decrease the throttle. Move toward the outside of the curve. Apply the rear brake Move toward the inside of the curve.

15. If a rider falls behind, you should ____. All of the listed answers. Slow down in order to keep everyone together. Hope that they catch up Assume that they know where to find you later.

16. When passing parked cars it's generally best to ____. None of the listed answers. Stay on the left side of your lane. Stop at each car to make sure it's safe Stay on the right side of your lane.

17. When should the staggered formation be used? Through curves and turns. Long stretches of road. Merging onto the highway. When passing as a group.

18. Always maintain a safe following distance of at least ____ seconds 2 1 3 4

19. When you are preparing to pass a vehicle, your motorcycle should be positioned in ____ of the lane. The left portion. The right portion. The center portion. Any portion.

20. To help maintain balance, your feet should Be against the gas tank. Skim the ground during turns. Be placed firmly on the foot pegs Point down toward the road.

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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.