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Anyone who drives a motorcycle in Wisconsin must have a Class M motorcycle license or motorcycle instruction permit. To earn a motorcycle instruction permit in Wisconsin, the applicant must pass the motorcycle knowledge test, a sign test and a vision screening. Check the Wisconsin Motorcycle Handbook.
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To stop as quickly and as safely as possible in a curve, try to:
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increase your speed through the curve.
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get the motorcycle as perpendicular to the road as possible.
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grab the front brake.
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When riding your motorcycle, you can share your lane:
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Never.
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when you are riding in the center lane position only.
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when you are riding at night.
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Distances are harder to judge at night than in daylight. When you ride at night you should:
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use another vehicle's tail lights to help judge the road ahead.
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allow more distance to pass and be passed.
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All the other answers are correct.
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4.
When you pass parked cars:
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it
is usually best to remain in the right lane position.
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stay toward
the left of your lane.
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increase your speed.
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When negotiating a turn, motorcyclists should:
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All the other answers are correct.
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look through the turn to where you want to go.
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maintain steady speed or accelerate gradually through the turn.
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If the front wheel locks:
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release the front brake immediately, then reapply it.
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grab at the front brake.
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roll on the throttle.
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Braking distance is:
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how far a vehicle will continue to travel before the driver hits the brakes.
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the total distance a vehicle has traveled until it comes to a complete stop.
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how far a vehicle will travel, in ideal conditions, while the driver is braking.
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You should use both brakes at the same time:
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every time
you slow or stop.
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None of the other answers is correct.
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in emergencies only.
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9.
The rear brake is operated by:
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the left food pedal.
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the right handle.
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the right foot pedal.
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10.
What is a benefit of riding in the center lane position?
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It allows you to turn more easily.
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It keeps you hidden from other drivers.
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It prevents others from sharing your lane.
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you're between 15 and 18, you must comply with the Graduated Driver License program. You can obtain an instruction permit at 15 years old. Then, once you're at least 16 years old and have held the permit for at least six months, you can apply for a probationary driver license. To obtain a regular driver license (class D), you must be at least 19 years old.
If you're 18 years old or older, you must hold the permit for a minimum of seven days before applying for a probationary driver license.
You cannot schedule appointments for the DMV written test because they are conducted on a walk-in basis. Verify if your chosen Wisconsin DMV office provides permit tests before you go. Keep in mind that it usually takes around 45 minutes to finish, so make sure to arrive with enough time before the office's closing hours to complete the exam.
You'll need to bring specific documents to prove your eligibility:
- A completed Wisconsin Driver License Application. If you're under 18 years old, your application must be signed by the instructor of the driver education program you're enrolled in, and you must have the signature of a parent/guardian or sponsor.
- Proof of U.S. citizenship or legal permanent resident status.
- Proof of your name and date of birth.
- Proof of identity.
- Proof of Wisconsin residency if you're 18 or older.
- Proof of Social Security number.
- Proof of enrollment in school or a high school diploma (for applicants under 18).
The DMV written test in Wisconsin is offered in English, American Sign Language, Burmese, Chinese, Croatian, Hmong, Polish, Russian, Serbian, Somali, Spanish. Audio assist option is available upon request.
To prepare for the DMV written test, read the Wisconsin Driver's Handbook. Pay attention to road signs, parallel parking, turning, passing a vehicle, yielding the right of way, etc. Test your knowledge with our practice tests or sign up for Premium, which offers extra resources to get ready for your exam.
If you operate with an instruction permit in Wisconsin, there are specific restrictions:
- You must be accompanied by a licensed parent/guardian/spouse who is at least 19 years old and has at least two years of driving experience, seated beside you. Alternatively, you may be accompanied by a person 21 years or older with written authorization from your parent/guardian (if you are a minor).
- If you are 16 or older, you can transport one other licensed driver who is at least 25 years of age and has at least two years of driving experience, in addition to your supervisor.
If you operate with a probationary license, the following restrictions apply during the first nine months:
- You can drive alone between 5 a.m. to midnight and transport siblings and one licensed adult with two years or more of driver experience.
- From midnight to 5 a.m., you can only drive alone for work or school activities, or you must be accompanied by a parent/guardian, an instructor/spouse who is 19 or older, or a person 21 or older.
If you're under 21 years old, it's prohibited to drive after consuming any amount of alcohol.
A Wisconsin class D instruction permit is valid for 18 months, and it can be renewed online within 8 years (if you are 64 or younger). It is not required to retake the DMV test within 8 years of its expiration. Applicants under 18 years old must provide proof of enrollment or completion of a driver education course.
If you don't pass your DMV written test in Wisconsin, you can retake it the next day. You have five attempts in one year. After the fifth failure, you'll need to get special permission from DMV staff before trying again.