2025 Illinois Motorcycle Permit Test 3
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://staging.dmvwrittentest.cheat-sheets.com/en/illinois/motorcycle.
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6. When braking, you should only use the rear brake.
Explanation
Use both brakes any time you slow or stop.
7. Which of the following surfaces does not provide poor traction?
Explanation
A number of surfaces can provide poor traction for tires. Wet pavement; roads covered in loose gravel or sand; muddy, snowy, or icy areas; and painted lane markings can be more hazardous for a motorcyclist than dry pavement.
8. When carrying a passenger, a motorcyclist should tell the passenger to:
Explanation
Even if your passenger is also a motorcyclist, you should give them complete safety instructions before leaving on a trip. Ask them to get on the motorcycle only after you have started the engine. They should sit as far forward as possible without crowding you and firmly hold onto your waist, hips, or belt. They should keep both feet on the footrests at all times, even when the bike is stopped.
9. Making eye contact with other drivers:
Explanation
You should never take eye contact as a guarantee that a driver will properly yield to you. It is not uncommon for drivers to look directly at a motorcyclist but fail to register that they are there.
10. The best way to stop quickly is to:
Explanation
To stop quickly, apply both brakes at the same time. Apply the brakes firmly and do not panic if the brakes lock.
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