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Motorcycle Theory Full Practice Test

Welcome to the 'Motorcycle Practice Test'

This practice test will select 50 random questions, which you will be expected to complete within the allocated 57 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.

[Rules of the Road]

You see this pictured road marking ALONG the centre of the road. You should:

Be aware of a hazard ahead.

Never cross this line.

NOT cross or straddle except to enter adjoining premises or a side road.

Only cross this line to overtake.

Hint

[Hazard Awareness]

You are travelling through a residential street. What should you be particularly aware of?

Cars unexpectedly pulling out.

Children playing in the street.

Lorry drivers.

Loud noises coming from houses.

Hint

[Road and Traffic Signs]

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

Hint

[Road and Traffic Signs]

When you approach a junction, you see this pictured line ACROSS the road. What does it mean?

You have right of way.

You MUST stop at the line when by the 'Stop' sign or when signalled to do so.

You MUST NOT cross this line. Use another lane or slip-road.

Give way to other traffic.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

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

You MUST increase your speed to the minimum speed displayed.

You MUST reduce your speed to the maximum speed displayed.

The number of miles until the next services or rest area.

A temporary advised speed limit that is NOT compulsory.

Hint

[Road and Traffic Signs]

When approaching a chicane or other traffic calming measure, which of these signs might you see?

Hint

[Alertness]

What should you do to minimise the risk of tiredness? (Select all that apply)

Do not begin a journey if you are already tired.

Eat a heavy meal before the journey.

Plan your journey to take sufficient breaks.

Rest on the hard shoulder of the motorway.

Hint

[Road and Traffic Signs]

Which of these signs sets the maximum speed limit on a road?

Hint

[Road and Traffic Signs]

If you see this green traffic light, which light or lights will appear next?

Amber and green lights together.

Red and amber lights together.

Amber light only.

Red light only.

Hint

10.

[Vehicle Handling]

If your vehicle is stationary and is likely to remain so for more than a couple of minutes, you should reduce emissions and noise pollution by:

Revving your engine to keep it warm.

Checking your tyres.

Switching off any radios you have.

Switching off your engine.

Hint

11.

[Vehicle Handling]

When riding on snow, you should:

Use the highest possible gear for your speed.

Use the lowest possible gear for your speed.

Rev the engine higher.

Drive as quickly as possible.

Hint

12.

[Rules of the Road]

What color road stud or cat's eye indicates the central reservation of a dual carriageway or motorway?

Red

Green

Amber

Green/Yellow

Hint

13.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

When travelling on a motorway or major 'A' road, which traffic sign signals a particular lane is closing ahead and all vehicles should move into an open lane as soon as possible?

Hint

14.

[Vulnerable Road Users]

What should you do if you see elderly people crossing the road ahead?

Slow down and prepare to stop. Be patient and allow them to finish crossing.

Flash your lights in case they are hard of hearing.

Rev your engine loudly to get them to move out of the way.

Use your horn to alert them to your presence.

Hint

15.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

Which of these road signs indicates you should give way to oncoming traffic?

Hint

16.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

Your motorcycle has been covered in snow. Which of these parts should be cleared of ice and snow before beginning a journey: (Select all that apply)

The lights.

The mirrors.

The bumpers.

The wheels.

Hint

17.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

Why would a puffin crossing stop traffic for a shorter time than a pelican crossing?

The crossing detects that no pedestrians are crossing or waiting to cross.

Your vehicle has edged too close to the pedestrians.

Too many pedestrians are crossing.

There is too much traffic on the road.

Hint

18.

[Rules of the Road]

Which road marking along the road marks the road centre line which you may cross if you wish to overtake or turn if the road is clear?

Hint

19.

[Other Types of Vehicles]

Why should you be aware of long vehicles when at a junction or roundabout?

It is more difficult for a heavy vehicle to stop for a signal.

The driver of the long vehicle cannot see you.

Long vehicles require more space to manoeuvre.

Their bright colour may dazzle you.

Hint

20.

[Hazard Awareness]

When you are signalling before making a manoeuvre, you should always:

Begin your manoeuvre immediately as you have right of way.

Keep signalling for about a minute before you manoeuvre as a warning.

Watch out for signals given by other road users and proceed only when you are satisfied that it is safe.

Use your hazard lights to alert other road users.

Hint

21.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

When MUST your vehicle's headlights be switched on?

At all times.

At night.

Whenever visibility is reduced.

Any time other vehicles are on the road.

Hint

22.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

When towing a caravan or trailer, what is the maximum speed for a car or motorcycle on a single carriageway road?

50 mph (80 km/h)

40 mph (64 km/h)

60 mph (96 km/h)

70 mph (112 km/h)

Hint

23.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

Why are vehicles fitted with rear fog lights?

In case your brake lights don't work.

To allow other vehicles to see you in fog.

In case your vehicle breaks down.

For learner drivers on the motorway.

Hint

24.

[Other Types of Vehicles]

You see a vehicle with a flashing blue beacon. What type of vehicle could it be? (Select all that apply)

Breakdown recovery

Wide load

Police

Fire engine

Hint

25.

[Safety Margin]

You are about to overtake a cyclist in windy weather. Why should you leave extra room as you overtake?

To avoid dazzling them with your lights.

To reduce fuel consumption.

In case a gust of wind pushes them across the lane.

To stop the wind blowing your exhaust fumes towards them.

Hint

26.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

In stationary queues of traffic, you should:

Use your horn aggressively to speed up the traffic.

Use your mobile phone to report the traffic.

Get out of the vehicle to have a stretch.

Apply the parking brake and release the foot brake to deactivate the brake lights.

Hint

27.

[Vehicle Handling]

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

To dazzle other road users.

During dull daytime weather.

At night in built-up areas.

When another vehicle is overtaking you.

Hint

28.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

You are riding along a wet road. Spray from the road is limiting your visibility. You should:

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Pull over into a service area and wait for the road to dry.

Speed up get through the wet area.

Use dipped headlights.

Hint

29.

[Hazard Awareness]

Which of these light signals implies the car is reversing or will reverse?

Hint

30.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

At a pelican crossing, which traffic light will follow the solid amber signal?

Solid red signal.

Solid green signal.

Red and amber signals together.

Flashing amber signal.

Hint

31.

[Attitude]

When might you drive want to slow down instead of travelling at the speed limit? (Select all that apply)

On an empty road in good weather.

In poor weather conditions.

Coming up to junctions where other road users may pull out with little warning.

When you are coming up to a blind bend in the road.

Hint

32.

[Vehicle Handling]

Fast driving in wet or icy conditions may cause:

Better steering control.

Improved wheel grip.

The vehicle to skid and lose control.

The vehicle to handle normally.

Hint

33.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

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

Hint

34.

[Vulnerable Road Users]

A large vehicle in front is overtaking a cyclist. What should you do?

Overtake the cyclist as quickly as possible.

Keep well back to allow the cyclist room to manoeuvre.

Keep as close to the vehicle in front as possible.

Use your horn.

Hint

35.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

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

Hint

36.

[Hazard Awareness]

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

Always ride straight ahead.

Speed up.

Not use any signals.

Avoid riding over the painted middle.

Hint

37.

[Vehicle Handling]

If you drive through deep water, why might your brakes become less effective?

Your attention is distracted by water on the windscreen.

They may be wet which reduces their friction.

You drive more quickly when coming out of the water.

A fish may be stuck on your wheel.

Hint

38.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

When travelling on a motorway or major 'A' road, which traffic sign signals for all vehicles to leave the road at the next exit?

Hint

39.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

This road sign pictured indicates:

A bus only lane alongside other vehicular traffic.

A tram only lane alongside vehicular traffic.

A combined bus and cycle lane alongside other vehicular traffic.

A bus and cycle only road with no entry to other vehicular traffic.

Hint

40.

[Vehicle Handling]

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

Slippery road surface.

Noisier exhaust.

Reduced tyre grip.

Improved fuel efficiency.

Hint

41.

[Hazard Awareness]

The driver of the car in front is moving their hand up and down as shown in the picture. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is braking.

Hint

42.

[Rules of the Road]

An overhead display will indicate which lanes on a single carriageway you may use. The pictured display shows you may use:

Only the two (2) left hand lanes with the middle lane for overtaking.

Any of the lanes any any time.

Only the two (2) left hand lanes with the middle lane about to close.

All three (3) left hand lanes and the right two (2) for overtaking.

Hint

43.

[Hazard Awareness]

You are travelling slowly behind a cyclist in front of you. Why might they suddenly swerve or move across the traffic lane?

As a warning to you that you're travelling too closely.

Cyclists like to show off.

To avoid an uneven road surface or an icy patch.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

Hint

44.

[Other Types of Vehicles]

When you approach a junction, you see a long vehicle in front of you is signalling to turn left, but is positioned on the right. What should you do?

Stay back and allow the long vehicle to finish its manoeuvre.

Overtake the long vehicle on the right.

Overtake the long vehicle on the left.

Use your horn to warn the other driver.

Hint

45.

[Rules of the Road]

You are approaching a roundabout and intend to turn left. You should:

Signal right at all times on approach to and exit from the roundabout.

Signal left at all times on approach to and exit from the roundabout.

Not use your signals at all.

Signal right on approach and left when leaving the roundabout.

Hint

46.

[Hazard Awareness]

Which of these light signals implies the car will turn right or move to the right?

Hint

47.

[Alertness]

In England and Wales, you MUST NOT drive with BREATH alcohol level higher than:

30ug (micrograms) alcohol per 100ml of breath

20ug (micrograms) alcohol per 100ml of breath

10ug (micrograms) alcohol per 100ml of breath

35ug (micrograms) alcohol per 100ml of breath

Hint

48.

[Vehicle Handling]

You are travelling in hot weather which is causing the road surface to become soft. What will be most affected on your vehicle?

The windows.

The tyres.

The air conditioning.

The exhaust.

Hint

49.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

When may you use your vehicle's horn? (Select all that apply)

To alert other road users of your presence.

When another road user annoys you.

On am empty road in a built up area between 11.30pm and 7am.

When another road user poses a danger.

Hint

50.

[Hazard Awareness]

Which of these hand signals implies the vehicle will slow down or stop?

Hint

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