Rider Fast Practice

Welcome to the 'Motorcycle Short Test'

This practice test will select 10 random questions, which you will be expected to complete within the allocated 10 minute time limit. You will be shown correct and incorrect answers at the end of the quiz, with a hint available on each question should you need it.

Each question is representative of the type used by the DVSA for your real theory exam.

Instructions:

The test will begin after you select the 'Next' button below.
For each question, choose from the four multiple choice answers provided.
Some questions may have more than one answer, a note will be displayed when to do this.
A confirmation screen will appear at the end for you to submit the test to be scored. Click 'Submit' to be shown a review of your scores and suggested revision.

Ready? Click 'Next' to begin.

[ Other Types of Vehicles ]

Which of these vehicles might not take the normal route through a roundabout?

Vans

Long vehicles

Cars

Motorcycles

Hint

[ Hazard Awareness ]

You are approaching a mini-roundabout. You should avoid:

Always ride straight ahead.

Not use any signals.

Speed up.

Avoid riding over the painted middle.

Hint

[ Attitude ]

A road user in front of you is travelling slowly. You should:

Flash your headlights to tell them to speed up or move aside.

Use your horn to tell them to speed up or move aside.

Travel as closely as possible behind them to let them know you want to overtake.

Wait patiently at a safe distance behind them. Overtake when it is safe to do so.

Hint

[ Vehicle Handling ]

You should use dipped headlights: (Select all that apply)

To dazzle other road users.

When another vehicle is overtaking you.

At night in built-up areas.

During dull daytime weather.

Hint

[ Road and Traffic Signs ]

When travelling on a motorway or major 'A' road, which of these signs means a current restriction has ended?

Hint

[ Vehicle Handling ]

Coasting is a term used to describe a vehicle travelling in neutral or with the clutch on. How does this affect your control of the vehicle? (Select all that apply)

Vehicle is safer to drive.

Vehicle handling and response is improved.

It may become more difficult to select the appropriate gear when needed.

Increased use of the footbrake can reduce its effectiveness.

Hint

[ Hazard Awareness ]

Which of these hand signals implies the vehicle will turn right or move to the right?

Hint

[ Vehicle Handling ]

What effects can a soft road surface have on your vehicle? (Select all that apply)

Slippery road surface.

Improved fuel efficiency.

Noisier exhaust.

Reduced tyre grip.

Hint

[ Other Types of Vehicles ]

Which of these other road users might not take a normal route through a roundabout? (Select all that apply)

Cyclists

Cars

Horse riders.

Long vehicles.

Hint

10.

[ Safety Margin ]

You are travelling in fog behind another vehicle. What should you do to reduce the chances of an accident?

Keep close to the vehicle in front.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Use your dipped headlights so that you can be seen.

Use your high-beam headlights.

Hint

Thank you for completing the 'Motorcycle Short Test'

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Motorcycle Theory Fast Practice Test