Michigan DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. Using your brakes properly means Using the front brake only in emergencies. Using the front brake only for most stopping situations. Alternating between the front and rear brakes Using both brakes every time you stop.

2. In order to reduce the effects of fatigue, you should stop to take a break at least every ____ hours 2 3 4 6

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

4. 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.

5. If you need to brake and swerve to avoid hitting an obstacle, you Should brake after swerving. Must brake while swerving. Should brake before swerving Must brake before or after swerving.

6. Before making an emergency stop on the side of the road, you should Skim your feet along the road. Check to see that the surface is firm enough to ride on. Move into the center of the lane position Make sure your luggage is secure.

7. More than ____ of crashes occur due to drivers crossing into a rider's right of way at an intersection. 25% 50% 75% 80%

8. Which of these is one of the ten rules of group riding? Both check your mirrors often and don't pass within the group unless it's an emergency. Check your mirrors often. Take breaks only if you feel like you are falling asleep Only tailgate if you need to get somewhere fast. Don't pass within the group unless it's an emergency.

9. When pulling off to the side of the road, you must check to see That the surface is firm enough to ride on. That it is a well-lit area. That it is a designated area That your brakes are working.

10. Motorcycles are especially in danger when being passed by large vehicles because Large vehicles cannot accelerate as fast as motorcycles. Their drivers are often tired from working long hours. Large blasts of wind can affect your control Large vehicles tend to swerve into your lane.

11. What is the proper way to swerve? Pull the handgrip in the direction you want to swerve. Press the handgrip in the direction of the turn. Pull the handgrip in the opposite direction you want to swerve. Press the handgrip in the opposite direction you want to swerve.

12. To give yourself enough time to react to hazards, you should scan the road ____ ahead. 2 seconds. 12 seconds. 30 ft. 15 ft.

13. Motorcycles should share lanes with cars when Riding in a designated area only. Riding with other motorcycles. There is heavy traffic It is never safe to share a lane with a car.

14. You must maintain a space cushion between your motorcycle and other vehicles ahead of you because it gives you Time to react. Time to brake. Time to stop Time to do all of these.

15. To control a motorcycle most efficiently, a rider should not ____. Keep your feet firmly on the footrests. Hold the handle grips firmly. Sit so far back that his arms are straight and unbent when he holds the handle grips Keep your knees against the gas tank.

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

17. Because your brake light is not as noticeable as a car's brake light, you should Avoid driving in heavy traffic. Flash your brake light to increase visibility when slowing down. Honk your horn when slowing down Use arm signals at all times.

18. When scanning the road for hazards, how far ahead should you be looking? 20 ft. 5 seconds. 40 ft. 12 seconds.

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

20. When should you use your signals? Both when you are turning and when you are switching lanes. When you are turning. When you think traffic is busy When you are switching lanes. Only if you think someone is looking at you anyway.

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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.