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1. The best clothing for making yourself visible is
2. When riding in groups you should ____.
3. What type of clothing is best for being seen?
4. If you are riding with a group of motorcycles, is it safe to share a lane?
5. While riding your motorcycle in high-risk areas, you must cover ____ to reduce the time you need to react.
6. When parking as a group, you should ____.
7. When riding in a group, beginners should ride ____.
8. When you ride a motorcycle on slippery pavement, you should ____ to avoid a skid.
9. When should the staggered formation be used?
10. If you believe your motorcycle has not triggered traffic lights, you can proceed if
11. Before starting your motorcycle engine, your transmission should be in
12. The motorcycle and rider should lean at the same angle when in
13. In which of these situations would you use the engine cut-off switch?
14. Which of the following present(s) the greatest danger to the motorcyclist?
15. When passing heavy vehicles, it is important to avoid
16. How should you ride over a grating?
17. ____ a common factor in motorcycle collisions.
18. When should you take your feet off the footpegs and skim them on the surface of the road?
19. When riding in groups, who should be responsible for knowing hand signals?
20. Studies have shown that most crashes involved riders who
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.