Illinois Motorcycle Permit Test Flashcards

Questions and Answers

A plastic, shatter resistant face shield:

Does not protect your face as well as goggles.

Only protects your eyes.

Is not necessary if you have a windshield.

Helps protect your whole face. (correct)

More than half of all crashes:

Involve riders who have ridden their motorcycles less than six months. (correct)

Occur at speeds greater than 35 mph.

Happen at night.

Are caused by worn tires.

When riding you should:

Turn your head and shoulders.

Keep your knees away from the gas tank.

Keep your arms straight.

Turn just your head and eyes to look where you are going. (correct)

Usually, a good way to handle tailgaters is to:

Change lanes and let them pass. Signup and view all the answers

To reduce your reaction time, you should:

Cover the clutch and the brakes. Signup and view all the answers

Making eye contact with other drivers:

Does not mean the other driver will yield. Signup and view all the answers

Reflective clothing should:

Be worn day and night. Signup and view all the answers

The best way to stop quickly is to:

Use both brakes simultaneously. Signup and view all the answers

When it starts raining it is usually best to:

Ride in the tire tracks left by cars. Signup and view all the answers

If your motorcycle starts to wobble you should:

Grip the handlebars firmly and close the throttle gradually. Signup and view all the answers

If you are chased by a dog you should:

Approach the animal slowly, then speed up. Signup and view all the answers

Passengers should:

Lean as you lean. Signup and view all the answers

When riding in a group, inexperienced riders should position themselves:

Just behind the leader. Signup and view all the answers

If you wait an hour for each drink before riding:

Effects from drinking may still remain. Signup and view all the answers

It is MOST important to flash your brake light when:

You will be slowing suddenly. Signup and view all the answers

The FRONT brake supplies how much of the potential stopping power?

About three-quarters. Signup and view all the answers

To swerve correctly:

Press the handlegrip in the direction of the turn. Signup and view all the answers

In the illustration at right, the car at left is waiting to enter the intersection. It is best to:

Reduce speed and be ready to react. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Motorcycle Safety and Riding Tips

A shatter-resistant face shield protects the entire face, making it essential for safety.
More than 50% of motorcycle crashes involve riders with less than six months of experience.
Proper head and eye movement is crucial; always turn just the head and eyes to look where you are going.

Handling Different Situations

To handle tailgaters effectively, change lanes and allow them to pass safely.
Reduce reaction time by covering the clutch and brakes rather than riding slowly or shifting into neutral.
Making eye contact with drivers does not guarantee they will yield.

Visibility and Gear

Reflective clothing should be worn at all times, both day and night, for maximum visibility.
To stop quickly and safely, utilize both front and rear brakes simultaneously.

Riding Conditions and Challenges

In rain, ride within the tire tracks left by vehicles for better traction.
If the motorcycle wobbles, grip the handlebars firmly and gradually close the throttle to stabilize.

Interactions with Animals and Passengers

If chased by a dog, approach slowly before speeding up to pass safely.
Passengers should lean with the rider to maintain balance and avoid disrupting control.

Group Riding and Alcohol Awareness

Inexperienced riders should position themselves just behind the group leader when riding in a formation.
Waiting an hour per drink does not guarantee riding skills are unaffected; alcohol effects may still linger.

Communicating Intentions While Riding

Flash the brake light when suddenly slowing down, especially if being closely followed.
The front brake provides approximately three-quarters of the motorcycle's total stopping power.

Techniques for Maneuvering

Correctly swerving involves pressing the handlegrip in the direction of the turn to navigate effectively.
When approaching an intersection with a waiting vehicle, reduce speed and prepare to react appropriately.

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Prepare for the Illinois motorcycle permit test with these flashcards. Each card presents a question related to motorcycle safety and regulations, helping you to memorize critical information. Test your knowledge on face shields, crash statistics, and more to ensure you're ready for the road.