2024 Illinois Motorcycle Permit Test 5

The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Illinois when getting your motorcycle learners.. Read More

The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Illinois when getting your motorcycle learners permit. Each motorcycle theory practice test question has three answer choices. Select one answer for each question and select "grade this section." You can find this button at the bottom of the drivers license quiz. For a complete list of questions and answers for Illinois please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/illinois/motorcycle.

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6. The front brake supplies how much of a motorcycle's stopping power?

Explanation
The front brake of a motorcycle is more powerful than the rear brake. It can provide three-fourths of the bike's total stopping power.

7. Motorcycles may pass on the right:

Explanation
Motorcyclists may pass on the right if there is unobstructed pavement with a width of at least eight feet to the right of the vehicle being passed. Motorcyclists, and other drivers, should never leave the road to pass another vehicle.

8. The best way to stop quickly is to use both brakes.

Explanation
To stop quickly, apply both brakes at the same time.

9. In Illinois, a motorcycle may have:

Explanation
In Illinois, all motorcycles must have a white license plate light. Modifying mufflers to increase the noise level is prohibited, and handlebars should be no higher than the operator's head when they are seated in a normal riding position. Passengers may not ride on a motorcycle unless vehicle and its seat are designed to carry two people.

10. The front brake is:

Explanation
The front brake is safe to use as long as it is used properly. The front brake of a motorcycle is more powerful than the rear brake, providing at least three-fourths of the total stopping power.
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