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

The middle of the lane.

It varies depending on the circumstances.

The left side of the lane.

The right side of the lane.

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To best stay in control of a motorcycle a rider should:

Keep their feet firmly on the footrests.

Never brake in a curve.

Always have at least one hand on the handlebar.

Always drive the speed limit.

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When positioning yourself in a lane:

Keep the greatest distance possible from other vehicles.

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

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

Do what feels comfortable.

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To stop quickly, the best method is to:

Use only your rear brakes.

Use only your front brakes.

Use both brakes simultaneously.

Downshift.

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

Do anything to avoid the animal.

Move to the next lane immediately.

Flash your lights to try to scare the animal.

Stay in your lane.

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

Use only the front brake.

Use only the rear brake.

Lean into the turn.

Get the motorcycle upright.

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A pre-ride inspection should be done:

At least once per month.

Before every ride.

Once per year.

Whenver is convenient.

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Before going for a ride you should check all of the following except:

Tire tread.

Mirror position.

Damage to the paint.

Tire pressure.

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

Prepare to brake aggressively.

None of these are correct.

Get off the road.

Increase your following distance.

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

30 seconds

12 seconds

5 seconds

20 seconds

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If you're stuck in a traffic jam on a freeway the best gear to be in is?

3rd

Neutral

2nd

1st

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When should you reduce your following distance?

In light traffic.

When traffic is heavy.

When on dry pavement.

When following another motorcycle.

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How much of a motorcycle's braking power does the front brake provide?

Roughly three quarters.

None.

One quarter.

Half.

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When utilizing the front brake, you should:

Squeeze as hard as possible.

Use limited pressure.

Also use the rear brake.

Squeeze firmly and progressively.

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In hot weather, wearing a riding jacket:

Is not advised.

Can cause exhaustion and dehydration.

Can get you a ticket.

Can help protect against heat exhaustion and dehydration.

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When riding at night, your following distance should be:

Shorter than it is during the day.

Longer than it is during the day.

Should be the same as it is during the day.

Whatever distance feels comfortable.

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The best time to adjust your mirrors is:

While riding at low speeds.

Seated on the bike before you start it.

In normal driving conditions.

Standing on your motorcycle before or after you start it.

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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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When braking, you should use:

Both front and rear brakes.

Only front brakes.

Only rear brakes.

Whatever is convenient.

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The gear shift lever is located:

In front of the right footrest.

On the left handlebar.

In front of the left footrest.

Behind the right footrest.

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Cold medicine and other over the counter drugs:

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

Don't impact a rider's abilities.

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

Are safe to use before operation.

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The best way to learn motorcycle maintenance is to:

Ask other motorcycle owners.

Figuring it out on your own.

Internet research.

Read the owner's manual.

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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.

Avoid highways.

Use your turn signals when making a lane change.

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Which surface provides the best traction?

Wet pavement

Brick roads

Gravel

Dry pavement

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

Apply more rear brake pressure and less front brake pressure.

Increase pressure on both brakes.

Reduce pressure on both brakes.

Apply more front brake pressure and less rear brake pressure.

Your score is

The average score is 73%

5/5 - (3 votes)

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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