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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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For precision steering, your hands should be positioned:
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even with or below your elbows.
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so you can keep your arms straight.
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so you can lock the rear brake more easily.
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above your elbows.
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2.
You should check your mirrors:
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if you need to leave the road.
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when you begin to slow down.
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before you change lanes.
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All the other answers are correct.
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3.
If your motorcycle starts to wobble, do NOT:
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roll off the throttle gradually to slow down.
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apply the brakes.
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grip the handlebars firmly.
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move your weight as far forward and down as possible.
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4.
______ helps you absorb shock when riding over obstacles.
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Rising slightly off the seat
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Pulling in the clutch
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Using a higher gear
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Rolling on the throttle
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5.
You should downshift through the gears when you:
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need to slow down.
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are approaching a stop sign.
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need more power to accelerate.
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All of the above.
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6.
If the throttle remains stuck after twisting it back and forth several times:
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apply both brakes firmly.
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operate the engine cut-off switch, then pull in the clutch.
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All the other answers are correct.
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immediately operate the engine cut-off switch and pull in the clutch at the same time.
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7.
Tinted eye protection:
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should not be worn at night.
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is prohibited by law.
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is mandatory for all motorcyle riders.
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should be worn at all times.
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8.
You should adjust your mirrors:
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after you have started riding.
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before starting the motorcycle.
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before getting on the motorcycle.
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after starting the motorcycle.
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9.
When it starts to rain, you should ride:
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on the shoulder of the road.
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in the center lane position.
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in the tire tracks left by cars.
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in groups larger than 4 or 5 motorcyclists.
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10.
When riding in a group, inexperienced riders should be placed:
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in the middle of the group.
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behind the leader.
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in front of the leader.
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in front of the last rider.
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