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

2. You can renew by mail only if ____. All of the listed answers. You aren't listed as a sex offender. You don't have a commercial driver's license You renewed in person before.

3. 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.

4. All of the following affect your blood alcohol concentration except The amount of alcohol. Your weight. How fast you drink Time of day.

5. 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.

6. How is maximum straight line braking achieved? Pull the kill engine switch. Fully apply both brakes. Apply only the front brake Apply only the rear brake.

7. The best formation when riding in a group is Single file. Motorcycles should not ride in groups. In pairs The staggered formation.

8. When riding over railroad tracks, it's safest to go over them ____. All of the listed answers. By avoiding them and taking a different route. Whatever way has you crossing them at a 90 degree angle By staying straight within your lane.

9. Motorcycle brake lights are not as noticeable as car brake lights. what can you do? Use your high beam. Avoid driving at night. Install extra lights Flash your brake light.

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

11. While riding a motorcycle, you are considered legally intoxicated if You had one drink and are over the age of 21. You have a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or more. You have a blood alcohol concentration of 0.05% or more You have had at least one drink.

12. The safest place to ride in the rain is In the tire tracks of other drivers. In the center lane position. On the shoulder of the road On main roads only.

13. 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.

14. Which of the following present(s) the greatest danger to the motorcyclist? Overpasses and tunnels. Oncoming traffic turning left in front of you. Bicycles on the side of the road. Motorcycle chain problems.

15. Riders should always be extra careful of ____. All of the listed answers. Pedestrians. Ice Animals. Bicyclists.

16. More than half of all crashes occur on a motorcycle the rider has been using for ____ months or less. 2 3 4 5

17. When coming upon a blind intersection, what should you do? Both move to the part of your lane that allows another driver to see you and make sure you are as visible as possible but protecting your own space. Make sure you are as visible as possible but protecting your own space. Move to the part of your lane that allows another driver to see you Speed across really fast and hope no one is there.

18. If a group desires to pass traffic on a freeway, they may pass ____. From a staggered formation, one by one as a group. In groups side by side as long as it's safe. None of the listed answers One every mile and they can meet back up later.

19. What equipment is needed if you plan to carry a passenger? All of the listed answers. They should have something to hold onto. They should have a large enough seat to sit on They should have footrests. You should make sure they have protective gear.

20. What portion of a traffic lane does a motorcycle need to operate safely? A third of a lane width. A quarter of a lane width. A full lane width. Half a lane width.

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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.