Illinois Motorcycle Permit: Protective Gear & Passenger Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is you can do all of the above.

Your motorcycle fits you if both of your feet can reach the ground and you can reach the footpegs and handlegrips.

Not quite. The answer is rope.

Cargo should NOT be secured with rope. Knots can come undone, or ropes can loosen.

Not quite. The answer is elastic cords.

The best way to fasten cargo to a motorcycle is with elastic cords. Even strong rope can loosen, or knots can come undone.

Not quite. The answer is suspension.

If you are carrying a lot of cargo that adds much more weight, you may need to adjust your suspension.

Not quite. The answer is at all times.

Passengers should keep their feet on the footpegs at all times. Unlike motorcyclists, they do not need to put their feet down at intersections.

Not quite. The answer is Neither (a) nor (b)

Illinois no longer has a law requiring persons who ride a motorcycle to wear helmets. In 1969, the state Supreme Court declared the state's helmet law unconstitutional, and no new helmet law has been enacted since.

Not quite. The answer is A sturdy jacket, boots, and gloves

While riding a motorcycle, you should wear a sturdy jacket, boots, and gloves. Even in hot weather, you need to protect yourself in case of an accident or collision.

Not quite. The answer is Your motorcycle will take longer to stop.

When riding with a passenger, your motorcycle will be heavier. You should expect your motorcycle to respond more slowly. It will take longer to stop, slow down, and speed up.

Not quite. The answer is (a) keeping them on the footrests.

Use your feet to maintain balance by keeping them on the footpegs.

Not quite. The answer is All of the above

Open containers of alcohol may only be stored in areas that are out of reach of passengers, such as cargo areas, trunks, and truck beds.

Not quite. The answer is distribute the load evenly.

When carrying a load, you should distribute the load evenly to keep the motorcycle balanced.

Not quite. The answer is at all times.

Passengers should keep their feet on the footpegs at all times. Unlike the motorcycle operators, they do not need to put their feet down when the motorcycle is stopped.

Not quite. The answer is ropes.

You should NOT attach cargo to a motorcycle with ropes. Ropes can loosen over time, and knots can come undone. It is best to use elastic cords.

Not quite. The answer is not required to wear a helmet.

Under Illinois law, motorcycle riders are not required to wear a helmet. However, it's a good idea to always wear one while riding, because it can reduce the chance of serious head injury in an accident.

Not quite. The answer is Sturdy clothing that covers your arms and legs completely

Even in hot weather, you should wear sturdy clothing that covers your arms and legs completely. Your skin needs to be protected in the event of a crash.

Not quite. The answer is against the gas tank and firmly on the footpegs.

For the most stable riding, your knees should be positioned against the gas tank, and your feet should be positioned firmly on the footpegs.

Not quite. The answer is all of the above.

In any collision, you will have a far better chance of avoiding serious injury if you are wearing a motorcycle safety helmet that is US DOT compliant; face or eye protection; and protective clothing such as a leather or long-sleeve jacket, long, heavy pants over ankle boots, and full-fingered leather gloves.

Not quite. The answer is do all of the above.

Keep the load forward. Try to place the load over or in front of the rear axle. (Mounting loads behind the rear axle can cause a wobble.) Secure loads low, or put them in saddlebags. Attaching a load to the sissy bar raises the motorcycle's center of gravity and can cause a wobble.

Not quite. The answer is your motorcycle is equipped to carry another person.

You are allowed to carry a passenger if your motorcycle is equipped to carry another person. This includes a seat large enough for the two of you and designated footpegs for the passenger.

Not quite. The answer is a face shield.

The best way to protect your eyes is with a face shield. Choose a helmet with a face shield.