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 pre-ride inspection should be done:

Once per year.

Whenver is convenient.

Before every ride.

At least once per month.

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When approaching an intersection:

Use hand signals to alert the driver behind you.

Never assume other drivers see you.

Flash your lights.

Prepare to move through as quickly as possible.

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A good way of 'bonding' with your motorcycle is to:

Share it with other riders.

Spend more time on the motorcycle when not riding it.

Use your arms to steer rather than support.

Change positions often.

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A motorcycle with a sidecar:

Is illegal.

Can tip over if making a turn too fast.

Cannot be driven on highways.

Is three times less stable than a regular motorcycle.

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

Use only the rear brake.

Get the motorcycle upright.

Use only the front brake.

Lean into the turn.

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In hot weather, wearing a riding jacket:

Can get you a ticket.

Can cause exhaustion and dehydration.

Can help protect against heat exhaustion and dehydration.

Is not advised.

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

Use your turn signals when making a lane change.

Only ride at night.

Never go below the posted speed limit.

Avoid highways.

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When positioning yourself in a lane:

Keep the greatest distance possible from other vehicles.

Do what feels comfortable.

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

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

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

Not be able to start your motorcycle.

Not be able to apply enough throttle.

Apply too much throttle.

Not be able to apply the rear brake.

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You should maintain a cushion of space around you to:

Have room to maneuver.

All of these things.

Provide an escape route.

Have more time to react.

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Expand the distance between you and the vehicle in front of you when:

When you feel drowsy.

If the person in front of you is driving slowly.

Road conditions create greater stopping distances.

When you want to drive faster than usual.

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

Swerve toward them.

Ride as closely to them as possible.

Make hand gestures.

Ride in the middle of the lane.

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Shifting into a lower gear causes an effect similar to:

Hitting wet pavement.

Hitting the throttle.

Using the brakes.

Starting your motorcycle.

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

None of these are correct.

Prepare to brake aggressively.

Increase your following distance.

Get off the road.

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Going through a curve, you should look where you want to go by turning:

Only your eyes.

Only your head.

Your entire upper body.

Your head and shoulders.

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What is the minimum amount of times you check your brake hydraulic fluid and coolant level?

Once per day.

Once per month.

Once per week.

Once per year.

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If alcohol and drugs are consumed together:

There is no difference.

They may counteract each other.

They may not effect some people.

Their effects can be more pronounced than if taken alone.

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Brightly-colored helmets:

Make riders more visible.

Do not offer the same protection as other helmets.

Are distracting to other drivers.

Are for fashion only.

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Motorcycles:

Can only be ridden safely during the day.

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

Have blind spots that should be routinely checked.

Have no blind spots.

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Your lane position should allow you to:

Do all of these things.

Maximize your visibility.

Position yourself to make a turn.

Signal to those around you.

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When should you reduce your following distance?

When traffic is heavy.

In light traffic.

When following another motorcycle.

When on dry pavement.

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When riding at night, your following distance should be:

Longer than it is during the day.

Shorter than it is during the day.

Whatever distance feels comfortable.

Should be the same as it is during the day.

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A side stand can be dangerous unless it:

Is easy to use.

Has a spring that holds it locked down.

Returns most of the way to the up position.

Has a functioning spring that holds it up tightly.

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Proper motorcycle clothing should:

Protect you in the event of a crash.

Never cover your arms or legs.

Only flap slightly when riding.

Not be leather in warm weather.

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If your motorcycle starts and then cuts out shortly after and will not restart, the most likely issue is:

The throttle is not working.

The clutch is broken.

A flat tire.

The fuel supply valve is closed.

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Motorcycle License

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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