Michigan
Motorcycle Test

It’s important that you don’t take your Michigan motorcycle license test for granted, or you may find yourself taking it multiple times. This site provides a huge database of questions in our Michigan motorcycle practice test that you can take for free over and over again in preparation for your testing day. Taking our practice test will help you gain confidence as you’ll experience the same types of test questions that the actual Michigan driver’s license test covers. Between this resource and closely studying the Michigan motorcycle operator manual, you should be well prepared for the Michigan motorcycle permit test and everything contained in the test. Click the "Start Test" button below to begin.

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A helmeted rider is how many times more likely to survive a crash than a rider not wearing a helmet?

Three times.

There is no difference in survival rates.

Two times.

Ten times.

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To reduce your chances of being in a crash you should:

Use your turn signals when making a lane change.

Never go below the posted speed limit.

Only ride at night.

Avoid highways.

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When preparing to pass a vehicle on the left, it is important to ride on the left side of your lane because:

So you can signal to oncoming traffic.

It will give you the best chance of spotting hazards in the next lane.

The left side of the lane is the safest part of the lane.

All of these reasons.

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A motorcycle with a sidecar:

Cannot be driven on highways.

Is three times less stable than a regular motorcycle.

Can tip over if making a turn too fast.

Is illegal.

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As you go through a braking maneuver, the changes in traction tells you that you should:

Reduce pressure on both brakes.

Apply more front brake pressure and less rear brake pressure.

Increase pressure on both brakes.

Apply more rear brake pressure and less front brake pressure.

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As you ride you should monitor your path of travel up to where you will be in how many seconds?

20 seconds

12 seconds

5 seconds

30 seconds

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You will normally find neutral where on a motorcycle?

Between 3rd and 4th gear.

Before 1st gear.

After 5th gear.

Between 1st and 2nd gear.

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In slow tight turns you should counterbalance, which means...?

Leaning your body against the turn.

Leaning with the motorcycle.

Staying upright and leaning the motorcycle.

Leaning your body into the turn while the motorcycle is upright.

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When riding with a passenger, you should inform the passenger to:

Grab onto your collar while riding.

None of these are correct.

Only get on the motorcycle after you've started the engine.

Get on before starting the engine.

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A side stand can be dangerous unless it:

Has a functioning spring that holds it up tightly.

Returns most of the way to the up position.

Is easy to use.

Has a spring that holds it locked down.

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How should the throttle respond when you release it?

It should remain in place.

It makes no difference.

It should slowly return to idle.

It should snap back to idle.

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If your motorcycle has convex mirrors instead of flat mirrors, practicing with them is helpful because:

They make images look even closer than regular mirrors.

They provide a 180 degree view.

The reflection is darker than flat mirrors.

Unlike flat mirrors, they make items look farther away than they really are.

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If you fail to keep your right wrist flat when you start, you may:

Not be able to apply enough throttle.

Not be able to start your motorcycle.

Apply too much throttle.

Not be able to apply the rear brake.

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If you can't avoid an obstacle and must ride over it, you should:

Hit it at a high speed.

Maintain your speed.

Brake hard when making contact.

Slow down as much as safely possible.

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Cold medicine and other over the counter drugs:

Can affect a rider's abilities to safely operate their motorcycle.

Don't impact a rider's abilities.

Are safe to use before operation.

Aren't encouraged to use before a ride, but pose no safety hazards.

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If wet road conditions create a longer stopping distance, you should:

None of these are correct.

Get off the road.

Increase your following distance.

Prepare to brake aggressively.

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You should maintain a cushion of space around you to:

Provide an escape route.

Have room to maneuver.

All of these things.

Have more time to react.

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Should you wear a riding jacket if the weather is warm?

Not if the temperature is over 80 degrees.

Yes, riding jackets are made to keep the rider cool, even in warm weather.

It depends on the humidity.

Never.

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If operating a three-wheeled motorcycle or riding with a sidecar, avoid the far side of the right lane because:

You want to stay close to oncoming traffic.

You might run off the road.

The right side tends to have less traction.

To make sure vehicles can pass on your right.

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In hot weather, wearing a riding jacket:

Is not advised.

Can help protect against heat exhaustion and dehydration.

Can cause exhaustion and dehydration.

Can get you a ticket.

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Your lane position should allow you to:

Maximize your visibility.

Signal to those around you.

Position yourself to make a turn.

Do all of these things.

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When should you reduce your following distance?

In light traffic.

When on dry pavement.

When following another motorcycle.

When traffic is heavy.

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To stop quickly, the best method is to:

Use only your rear brakes.

Downshift.

Use both brakes simultaneously.

Use only your front brakes.

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If alcohol and drugs are consumed together:

There is no difference.

Their effects can be more pronounced than if taken alone.

They may counteract each other.

They may not effect some people.

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Riding with a passenger:

Can impact the handling of a motorcycle.

Is illegal at night.

Can make turning easier.

Is generally safer than riding alone.

Your score is

The average score is 76%

5/5 - (3 votes)

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How To Get A Michigan Motorcycle License

Surrounded by the Great Lakes, Michigan’s shorelines make for an amazing road trip, particularly if you have a Michigan motorcycle license. Riders can take a state sponsored motorcycle safety course, pass it, and then apply for their CY endorsement at their local Secretary of State after passing a vision test. Or, they can receive a temporary Michigan motorcycle drivers permit after passing the written knowledge test to receive a temporary instruction permit from the Secretary of State and then take a third party motorcycle skills test to gain their certification.

If you have a currently valid motorcycle license when you move to Michigan you can contact your local Secretary of State office to learn what your options are for transferring or applying for a new Michigan motorcycle license. You can find your nearest Michigan SoS location here along with their office hours.

The Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) certifies RiderCoaches in Michigan to become expert riders who also have the ability to train other riders at approved rider education programs. To become a RiderCoach you can find more information on the Michigan Secretary of State website. Michigan is somewhat unique in that it outsources all of its training courses. To find the location closest to you, you can use the motorcyclist training site locator on their website.

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Michigan Motorcycle License Test Tips

The Michigan motorcycle license knowledge test is administered at a secretary of state office. The test contains 20 multiple choice questions and is based on information from the motorcycle operator’s manual, which you can download a copy in the link above. To pass the test you’ll need to answer at least 16 questions correctly. To pass the test you’ll need to have a firm understanding of safe riding practices, understand road signs, and general rules of the road while riding a motorcycle.

One of the final steps you’ll need to take to earn your motorcycle license is passing the Michigan on-cycle skills tests. The rider skills test conducted in Michigan by a certified test examiner from a third-party provider approved by the state of Michigan. Skills you’ll be expected to demonstrate include avoiding engine stalls, managing weaving in and out of cones, stopping, making U-turns, and making defensive swerves. To find a skills testing location and schedule your test, you can use the Secretary of State website.

Additional Information

Information on the Michigan Secretary of State

The Michigan SoS is responsible for testing student drivers and licensing all drivers. To schedule your licensing examination or get more information contact them via:

Website: https://www.michigan.gov/sos/0,4670,7-127-1627_46351---,00.html
Phone: 888.767.6424

To find the office hours and / or location nearest you, please visit:
https://www.michigan.gov/sos/0,4670,7-127-1640_14837-34560--,00.html

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