Michigan DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. 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.

2. Motorcycles have either 2 or 3 wheels and can reach speeds greater than ____ mph. 15 30 20 35

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. In order to legally not have to wear a helmet, which of the following is true? Both you need to have $20,000 in medical benefits and you need to be 18 years old. You need to be 18 years old. You need to have $20,000 in medical benefits Both you need to have $20,000 in medical benefits and you need to be 21 years old. You need to be 21 years old.

5. When you see a car on an entrance ramp that is about to merge into your lane, your best course of action is to Flash your brake light. Come to a complete stop. Change lanes Beep your horn.

6. The best way to discourage another driver from trying to share the lane with you is to Beep your horn. Ride in the left lane position. Flash your brake light Ride in the center lane position.

7. In order to minimize a crash, you should scan ____ seconds ahead of your path. 10 12 5 7

8. 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.

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

10. To turn your motorcycle, you should press on the handgrip in the direction of the turn and Lean in the opposite direction of the turn. Pull in the clutch. Lean in the direction of the turn Keep your body straight.

11. During normal turns The rider should lean the opposite direction of the motorcycle. The rider should remain upright while leaning the motorcycle. The rider should lean with the motorcycle Both rider and motorcycle should remain upright.

12. Which of the following surfaces is the most hazardous for a motorcycle to ride on? Gravel roads. Rural roads. Multi-lane highways. Newly paved roads.

13. When entering a turn and you need to change gears, when should that change occur? At any time. After completing the turn. Before entering the turn. After entering the turn.

14. Intersections are especially dangerous to motorcycles because Motorcycles are not permitted to cross intersections. Other vehicles often do not see them approaching. They are slower than other vehicles They do not have to obey traffic lights.

15. Which of the following is true about carrying cargo on your motorcycle? Fill saddlebags evenly to prevent drifting. Attach the cargo to your gas tank. Use ropes to secure the load Never carry cargo on a motorcycle.

16. 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.

17. In which of these situations is someone most likely to try and share a lane with you? In heavy traffic. When preparing to turn at an intersection. When they want to pass you. All of these.

18. When using saddlebags to carry cargo Ensure the saddlebags are full. Do not carry passengers. Distribute the weight evenly Secure the saddlebags with rope.

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

20. How can you protect yourself from injury during a collision? Try to land with your arms first. Roll away from the motorcycle. Wear protective motorcycle clothes and gear Try to jump off the bike before hitting the ground.

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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.