South Dakota Motorcycle Permit Test

Avoid making sudden moves when riding on a slippery surface. Any sudden change in speed or direction can cause a skid. Operate as smoothly as possible when speeding up, shifting gears, turning, or braking.

Maintaining an adequate space cushion while riding helps ensure that you will have enough time to react and room to maneuver safely if another driver makes a mistake.

Convex mirrors are installed on many motorcycles. Compared to flat mirrors, convex mirrors provide a wider view of the road. However, convex mirrors can also make approaching vehicles seem farther away than they actually are.

If traffic allows, the center lane position is usually the best position for a motorcyclist to take when following a car because the center position will place them in the driver's rearview mirror. A motorcyclist should always be prepared to change positions if traffic or conditions require it.

Sit with a posture that allows you to use your arms to control your motorcycle. You should not be positioned in a way that requires your arms to prop up your body and support your weight.

There is no single lane position that is always best and no single lane position that should always be avoided. A responsible rider adjusts their position as conditions change.