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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How can you encourage cars to avoid trying to share your lane?

Ride in the middle of the lane.

Ride as closely to them as possible.

Make hand gestures.

Swerve toward them.

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Taking corners too fast:

Isn't an issue since motorcycles are easy to maneuver.

Helps riders stay in their lane.

Can cause the rider to swerve out of their lane.

Is the safest way to make a turn.

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If you are riding in traffic and a small fox runs into your lane, you should:

Stay in your lane.

Do anything to avoid the animal.

Move to the next lane immediately.

Flash your lights to try to scare the animal.

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

The reflection is darker than flat mirrors.

They make images look even closer than regular mirrors.

They provide a 180 degree view.

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

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

Never go below the posted speed limit.

Only ride at night.

Use your turn signals when making a lane change.

Avoid highways.

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

Increase pressure on both brakes.

Apply more front brake pressure and less rear brake pressure.

Reduce pressure on both brakes.

Apply more rear brake pressure and less front brake pressure.

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In terms of lane positioning, you should divide the land into:

4 parts

5 parts

3 parts

2 parts

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To stop quickly, the best method is to:

Downshift.

Use only your rear brakes.

Use only your front brakes.

Use both brakes simultaneously.

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When positioning yourself in a lane:

Do so in a way that doesn't welcome other drivers into your lane.

Do what feels comfortable.

Don't worry about other drivers, focus on yourself.

Keep the greatest distance possible from other vehicles.

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In car and motorcycle collisions, what percent are caused by the driver failing to properly yield the right-of-way to the rider?

Over 50 percent

Less than 10 percent

Over 90 percent

25 percent

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Where will you usually find the fuel supply valve on a motorcycle?

Under the seat.

Near the brake.

Below the gas tank.

Next to the ignition.

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If your motorcycle starts to handle differently during a ride you should:

Ride until you find the next service station.

Maintain speed and test both brakes.

Check the motorcycle's tires once you return home.

Pull over and check the tires.

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Shifting into a lower gear causes an effect similar to:

Hitting the throttle.

Hitting wet pavement.

Starting your motorcycle.

Using the brakes.

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How should the throttle respond when you release it?

It should remain in place.

It should slowly return to idle.

It makes no difference.

It should snap back to idle.

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

Two times.

Ten times.

There is no difference in survival rates.

Three times.

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If you have to brake during a curve, the first thing you should do is:

Use only the front brake.

Get the motorcycle upright.

Lean into the turn.

Use only the rear brake.

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The gear shift lever is located:

On the left handlebar.

In front of the right footrest.

Behind the right footrest.

In front of the left footrest.

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Cold medicine and other over the counter drugs:

Don't impact a rider's abilities.

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

Are safe to use before operation.

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

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Your handlebars should be adjusted so that they are:

Level with your elbows.

None of these are correct.

Slightly below your shoulders.

Even with your hips.

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What is the best position within the lane while riding a motorcycle?

The left side of the lane.

It varies depending on the circumstances.

The right side of the lane.

The middle of the lane.

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How long can the effects of marijuana last?

Not for any significant amount of time.

More than six hours.

One hour.

Ten days.

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If you are going too fast when you downshift, you run the risk of:

Braking your clutch.

A front wheel skid.

Losing tire pressure.

A rear wheel skid.

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Riding with a passenger:

Is illegal at night.

Is generally safer than riding alone.

Can impact the handling of a motorcycle.

Can make turning easier.

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The best way to avoid a crash is to:

Make sure you are visible.

Have a valid license.

Ride at the speed limit.

Make sure your bike is loud enough.

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Motorcycles:

Can only be ridden in the state where they are registered.

Can only be ridden safely during the day.

Have no blind spots.

Have blind spots that should be routinely checked.

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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