Illinois Driver's Handbook, Section 5: Sharing the Road
Pedestrians, children, motorcycles, bicycles and e-bikes, scooters, large and slow-moving vehicles, and horseback riders.
Summary written by MyPermitExam from the official handbook, 2026. Not a copy of the handbook. Checked Oct 2026. Not affiliated with the DMV. Illinois Rules of the Road (DSD A 112)
Key rules
- Watch for motorcycles at intersections, give them the full lane and follow three to four seconds behind. p. 41
- Pass bicyclists slowly with at least 3 feet; never drive or park in bike lanes. p. 43
- Stay out of truck No-Zones, dim your lights behind them at night and give them room for wide turns. p. 45