Michigan DMV Motorcycle Test

Pass the Michigan Motorcycle Permit test the first time with FREE Michigan DMV Practice Tests. Study real motorcycle permit questions from the DMV handbook!.

1. The safest way to use saddlebags is to Not carry a passenger at the same time. Use only one at a time. Make sure all of them are full Distribute the weight evenly between them.

2. How should you ride over a grating? All listed answers. At a 45 degree angle. In a zigzag pattern In a straight line.

3. When making turns as a group at an intersection you should ____. Ride side by side to allow quicker progress. Tighten the group and make turns single file. Run red lights in order to stay together Try to get through as fast as possible.

4. When scanning road conditions, you should be looking for Escape routes. Road conditions. Traffic conditions All of the above.

5. When you renew your registration, you need ____. A drug test. A vision test. Proof of insurance None of the listed answers.

6. When can a motorcycle ride in an h.o.v. lane? Only when carrying a passenger. At all times. If riding with another motorcycle. During designated time periods only.

7. When approaching uneven surfaces you should ____. All of the listed answers. Turn around and find a different route. Try to jump over it Go over as close to a 90 degree angle as possible.

8. Before every lane change, you should Check your blind spots. Check your mirrors. Look over your shoulder Do all of the above.

9. Which lane position(s) are safest for motorcycles? The left and right positions are safest. The center position is always the safest option. Only the left position is the safest The safest position will depend on the surroundings.

10. Third-party testing organizations must respond to testing inquiries within ____. Five business days. One business day. Three business days One week.

11. 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.

12. 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.

13. 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.

14. When preparing to pass a vehicle ahead of you, you should ride in the ____ lane position. Center. Left. Right or center. Right.

15. 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.

16. When riding through an area of potential hazards, what should you do? Skim your feet along the ground. Pull in the clutch. Shift into a higher gear. Cover the clutch and the brake.

17. ____ a common factor in motorcycle collisions. Seasonal changes are. Traffic signals are. Not being seen is. Bad drivers are.

18. Which of the following is acceptable to wear on a motorcycle as protective clothing? Gloves, bright shoes, and a denim jacket. Sturdy jacket, boots, and gloves. Boots, shorts, and a leather jacket. Jeans, t-shirt, and a helmet.

19. Reflective clothing is important for safety In rural areas only. In urban areas. At night During day and night.

20. Cars are most likely to try and share your lane when You are in the left of the lane position. You are riding on a multi-lane highway. They want to pass you They know you are a beginner rider.

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About Motorcycle Permit Practice Tests

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.