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Operating a motorcycle safely requires special skills and knowledge. To earn your motorcycle license in Michigan, you must pass a knowledge test and an on-cycle skill test.
Knowledge test questions are based on information, practices and ideas from the Michigan Motorcycle Manual. They require that you know and understand road rules, traffic laws and safe riding practices. The test consists of 20 questions, and you'll need at least 16 correct answers to pass (80%).
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Which of the following surfaces poses the greatest hazard to motorcycles?
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Dry, cold pavement
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Wet pavement right after it has started to rain
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Hot pavement in the sun
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Pavement in northern climates
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2.
When negotiating a turn, motorcyclists should:
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press on the handle grip in the direction of the turn.
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All the other answers are correct.
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roll on the throttle through the turn to stabilize suspension.
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look through the turn to where you want to go.
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3.
You can initiate a swerve by:
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pressing the handgrip of the opposite direction you want to swerve.
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downshifting gears.
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applying the rear brake.
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pressing the handgrip of the direction you want to swerve.
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4.
When parking at the roadside, park:
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on the curb.
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with your front wheel touching the curb.
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with your rear wheel touching the curb.
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parallel to the curb.
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5.
When behind a car, ride in ________________ - where a driver is most likely to see you.
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the center portion of the lane
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the wet part of the lane
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the left portion of the lane
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the right portion of the lane
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6.
Motorcycles riders should avoid riding on
big buildups of oil and grease usually found:
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at busy intersections
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on multilane highways
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on gravel roads
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on slippery surfaces
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7.
What is the best lane position for being seen?
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It depends on the situation
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The right portion of the lane
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The left portion of the lane
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The center of the lane
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8.
To ride safely at night:
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Increase your following distance.
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Use your high beam.
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Decrease your speed.
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All of the above.
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9.
When making turns, ______ before entering the turn.
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change gears
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avoid changing gears
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lean with the motorcycle
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use the front brake
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10.
You should increase your following distance:
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when it is windy.
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during the day.
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on single-lane roads.
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in heavy traffic.
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