Michigan DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When passing a row of parked cars you should Drive in the left lane position. Drive as slowly as possible. Drive close to cars so they see you Swerve from side to side so no one will try to share your lane.

2. When you find yourself needing to get off the road, you should not ____. Get off right away, no matter where you are. Pull off and park safely and off the road. Signal to the drivers on the road Survey the roadside surface area.

3. Pavement is likely to be slippery In rural areas. On multilane roads. On a windy day Soon after it has started to rain.

4. Which of the following is a factor in your blood alcohol level? The time of day. The type of alcohol. The location in which you are drinking. How fast you drink.

5. In order to swerve properly, you must Brake before swerving. Brake before or after swerving. Brake while swerving Brake after swerving.

6. You should flash your brake light when You are going to turn left. You slow down where others might not expect it. You slow down in rural areas The speed limit changes.

7. In what position should the seat of a motorcycle be? As close to the front as possible. Far enough back to where you can barely reach the handlebars. In a position where you can reach the handlebars with your elbows slightly bent Wherever is most comfortable for the rider.

8. Which of the following surfaces poses the greatest hazard to motorcycles? Hot pavement in the sun. Pavement in northern climates. Wet pavement right after it has started to rain. Dry, cold pavement.

9. You can increase your line of sight when preparing to pass by Swerving from side to side. Lifting your face shield. Increasing your speed Riding in the left lane position.

10. You should ride with your headlight on ____. All of the time. When it's foggy. Only if you need to see better At night only.

11. Motorcycles require ____ stopping distance than/as a car. It varies between motorcycles. More. The same. Less.

12. 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.

13. On a highway, you see other vehicles about to merge into your lane from an entrance ramp. what should you do? Give them plenty of room. Move into another lane if one is open. If you cannot change lanes, adjust your speed to open up space for the merging drivers Do all of the above.

14. Which of the following does not increase your safety when riding at night? Passing slower vehicles. Wearing reflective coating. Decreasing your speed. Changing your lane position.

15. When carrying cargo in saddlebags, you should Distribute the weight evenly between both bags. Fill the left bag before the right one. Fill the right bag before the left one Make sure both bags are full.

16. The safest way to cross an obstacle is at a ____ angle. 100-degree. 90-degree. 20-degree. 45-degree.

17. 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.

18. What type of clothing is best for being seen? Cotton and natural fabrics. Sturdy leather. Bright and colorful. Black reflective.

19. 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.

20. When traveling with passengers you should start out ____. In the middle of the night. As early in the morning as possible. None of the listed answers Late at night.

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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.