South Carolina DMV Motorcycle Test

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

1. When stopped at a stop sign, the motorcycle should Remain in third gear. Remain in first gear. Remain in neutral Remain in second gear.

2. Half of all motorcycle crashes are caused by Riding while under the influence. Not wearing proper gear. Drivers entering the rider's right-of-way Faulty traffic signals.

3. Which brake provides the most stopping power? The emergency brake. Both brakes equally. The front brake. The rear brake.

4. Which conditions may require a change of speed? Foggy road conditions. Heavy traffic entering from a side road. All of the answers listed Icy road conditions. Rain and snowy conditions.

5. You should check your mirrors when You're going to slow down. All these answers are correct. You are about to change lanes You are stopped at an intersection.

6. What should a driver do if they experience a flat tire? Avoid slamming on the brakes. Pull off the roadway as soon as it is safe to do so. All of the answers listed Touch the brakes lightly. Maintain steering control by holding the steering wheel firmly.

7. How far away from the curb should park when parking on the street? Eight inches. Six inches. Ten inches. Eighteen inches. Fourteen inches.

8. When using saddlebags, it is important to Only use them if they are completely full. Only fill them with approved contents. Distribute the load evenly Fill one bag before the other one.

9. If there is an emergency vehicle with its lights flashing directly behind you when you are in heavy traffic, you should Stop your vehicle immediately in the lane. Keep moving slowly until you can get out of the way. Continue moving in the same lane and let the emergency vehicle change lanes Increase your vehicle speed and let the emergency vehicle pass you.

10. Which of the following is a law for motorcycle riders? All of the answers listed. Operator shall have the headlight on at all times. Operators under the age of 21 must wear a helmet Motorcycles shall not ride side by side in a traffic lane. Must keep both hands on the handlebars.

11. Which lane position should you ride in when passing parked cars? The left. The center. The right. The right or center.

12. What can cause the engine to seize? Being low on oil. Not changing gears properly. The front tire skidding. Braking with only one brake.

13. What does a road test consist of? All of the answer choices listed. How you are able to back up. How you achieve parallel parking Your way of stopping at stop signs. Your ability to stop smoothly.

14. A triangular orange sign on the back of a slow-moving vehicle indicates that The vehicle must travel slower than 55 mph. The vehicle can travel faster than 25 mph. The vehicle cannot travel faster than 25 mph The vehicle cannot travel faster than 45 mph.

15. Which of the following affects your blood alcohol concentration? How much you weigh. How fast you drink. The number of drinks you've had. All of the above.

16. How can you increase your visibility to others at night? Avoid wearing a tinted face shield. Wear a bright helmet. Wear reflective gear Wear fluorescent clothing.

17. As a motorcycle rider, how many positions do you have available in a single traffic lane? 4 Two. Three. One.

18. To help stabilize the motorcycle in a turn, you should Pull in the clutch. Increase the throttle. Apply the rear brake Decrease the throttle.

19. What does the hand and arm extended downward indicate? A left turn. A stop or decreased speed. An increase in speed A right turn. To tell another driver to pass you.

20. Which signs are area state route markers? Signs 48 and 49. Signs 49 and 50. Signs 51 and 52 Signs 50 and 51. Signs 55 and 60.

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About Motorcycle Permit Practice Tests

To operate a motorcycle in South Carolina, you must have a motorcycle beginner's permit or a Class M license. Licenses are issued by the state's Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV). You can apply for a motorcycle beginner's permit at age 15 and a Class M license after holding a permit for 180 days. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle beginner's permit, you must apply, submit the required documentation, pass the vision screening and the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. You must hold a permit for 180 days before you can receive a Class M license. Applicants who are 15 or 16 years old will also need to successfully complete a driver's education course. To receive a Class M license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the motorcycle rider skills test, and pay the fees.

Tests are scheduled through the SCDMV. The motorcycle knowledge test contains 25 questions about road rules and safe riding. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle rider skills test assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail, you may have to wait two weeks before you can retest.