South Carolina Motorcycle Permit Test

It is not advisable to ride beside passenger vehicles or trucks in other lanes. You may be in their blind spots and the driver could move into your lane without knowing you are there.

The gearshift lever of a motorcycle is located in front of the left footrest and is operated using your left foot.

If the throttle becomes stuck and you are unable to free it, immediately operate the engine cut-off switch and pull in the clutch at the same time. This will remove power from the rear wheel until you are able to safely leave the road and stop.

Roads become slippery when it first starts raining, especially in the center strip of a lane. When rain starts, it is generally safest to ride in the tire tracks left by other vehicles. The left tire track is often best.

When entering a curve, adjust your lane position to optimize your ability to see and be seen. In a lefthand curve, being in the right portion of your lane can help you spot oncoming traffic as soon as possible. In a righthand curve, a left center position lets you see oncoming cars early, without putting you so far to the left (near the center line) where you could be hit by oncoming vehicles that take the curve too widely.

If the rear tire of a motorcycle goes flat, the back of the motorcycle may jerk or sway from side to side. If you experience this movement in your motorcycle, you should stop riding and check your tires as soon as possible.

If you are being followed by a tailgater, you should ride in a way that encourages them to pass you. Riding at a higher speed may only result in them tailgating you at a higher speed, increasing the danger.