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.

1. What does a single yellow line along the side of a road indicate when displayed with a corresponding nearby sign?

Parking or waiting not allowed during times specified on nearby signpost.

Free parking on times specified.

No stopping on lines during times specified.

Parking ONLY allowed during times specified on nearby signpost.

Hint

2. When travelling on a motorway or major 'A' road, what does this overhead sign mean?

This lane is closing ahead. Change lanes in the direction indicated.

You must allow the vehicle on your left to overtake.

There is a bend to the left ahead.

Leave the motorway at the next exit.

Hint

3. When given by a person authorised to direct traffic, which the following signals means to stop?

Hint

4. Braking harshly on a wet or icy road may cause:

Improved wheel grip.

The vehicle to skid and lose control.

Better steering control.

The vehicle to slow down normally.

Hint

5. What does this sign mean?

Name of the road.

Maximum speed is 40mph.

Maximum width ahead.

Minimum speed is 40mph.

Hint

6. Which of these signs means to stop for other traffic when at a junction?

Hint

7. Ice and snowy weather has been forecasted. You should: (Select all that apply)

Only travel if the journey is essential.

Keep your fog lights on at all times.

Drive more quickly to reduce time in the snow.

Allow more time for your journey.

Hint

8. If a vehicle has a maximum speed of 25 mph (40 km/h) or less, what must they display when travelling on a dual carriageway?

A warning sticker on their bumper.

A flashing amber beacon.

A red reflective triangle.

A flashing red beacon.

Hint

9. You are driving near to a school and see a school crossing patrol ahead. How will they signal you to stop?

They will hold their arm out with the palm facing you.

They will display a 'lollipop' stop sign.

They will flash a light at you.

They will point to the children waiting to cross.

Hint

10. On a single carriageway with three (3) lanes, when may you use the central lane?

At any time unless there is oncoming traffic.

You can use any of the 3 lanes at any time.

Never, as this is an emergency only lane.

Only for overtaking. Both directions of traffic have equal right to this lane.

Hint

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Motorcycle Theory Fast Practice Test