South Carolina motorcycle permit test

Practice for the South Carolina motorcycle knowledge test: the state's own motorcycle rules plus national riding-safety questions from the Motorcycle Operator Manual.

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South Carolina motorcycle rules

Each rule comes from an official state source. Rules change — check the current manual before your test.

In South Carolina, who is required by law to wear an approved motorcycle helmet? Operators and passengers under 21 years of age
In South Carolina, which motorcycle operators are required to wear goggles or a face shield? Operators under 21 years of age
In South Carolina, what is the minimum age to obtain a motorcycle Beginner's Permit? 15 years
In South Carolina, when does a motorcycle Beginner's Permit allow you to ride unaccompanied? During daylight hours
In South Carolina, a motorcycle permit holder riding at night must be accompanied by a motorcycle-licensed driver of what minimum age? 21 years
In South Carolina, how long is a motorcycle Beginner's Permit valid? 12 months
In South Carolina, when must a motorcycle's headlights be turned on? Whenever you operate it on public streets or highways
In South Carolina, a motorcycle carrying a passenger (other than in a sidecar or enclosed cab) must be equipped with what? Footrests for the passenger