2025 South Carolina Motorcycle Permit Test 6
The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in South Carolina 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 South Carolina please visit https://staging.dmvwrittentest.cheat-sheets.com/en/south-carolina/motorcycle.
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15. Which of the following is not a benefit of maintaining a cushion of space between your motorcycle and other vehicles?
Explanation
Maintaining a space cushion helps to ensure that you will have enough time to react to the movements of others and enough room to maneuver safely.
16. The front brake supplies about how much of a motorcycle's potential stopping power?
Explanation
The front brake of a motorcycle is more powerful than the rear brake. It can provide three-quarters of the bike's total stopping power.
17. If bright sunlight makes it difficult for drivers to see a motorcycle's mechanical turn signals, the rider should:
Explanation
Use hand signals when bright sunlight makes your mechanical signals difficult for other drivers to see. It is extremely important to clearly communicate with other road users.
18. When approaching a blind intersection, riders should:
Explanation
When approaching a blind intersection that is controlled by a stop line or stop sign, you must first stop where indicated. You may then edge forward and stop again just short of where the cross traffic lane meets your lane. From that position, lean your body forward and look around buildings, parked cars, or bushes to see if anything is approaching. Make sure your front wheel stays out of the crossroad while you are looking.
19. You are riding over bridge gratings and your motorcycle has begun to weave. You should:
Explanation
If your motorcycle begins to weave while you are traveling over bridge gratings, you should simply maintain a steady speed and proceed straight across the surface. Trying to stay in your lane while riding in a zigzagging motion is dangerous.
20. What does this sign mean?
Explanation
Octagonal signs that are colored red are always stop signs. When approaching one of these signs, you must come to a complete stop, yield to any other traffic or pedestrians, and proceed once it is safe to do so.
21. In areas where dangers could be present, a motorcyclist should:
Explanation
In high-risk areas, such as intersections, shopping areas, schools, or construction zones, a motorcyclist should reduce their speed. They should cover the clutch and both brake levers to reduce their reaction time in the case of an emergency.
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