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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.

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[Vehicle Handling]

The typical stopping distance for a vehicle travelling at 50 mph (80 km/h) on a dry road is 53 metres (175 feet). What is the typical stopping distance for this vehicle in WET weather?

86 metres (282 feet)

115 metres (377 feet)

106 metres (350 feet)

70 metres (230 feet)

Hint

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

You need to park and leave your vehicle on a foggy road. You should:

Leave your headlights on.

Never leave any lights switched on.

Leave your fog lights on.

Leave your parking lights on.

Hint

[Vehicle Handling]

In an emergency, how should you brake?

Brake hard immediately. It doesn't matter if the wheels lock.

Brake gently.

Brake hard immediately, but without locking your wheels.

Speed up to get around the emergency.

Hint

[Road and Traffic Signs]

Which of these signs designates a road with a bus ONLY lane along side other traffic?

Hint

[Vulnerable Road Users]

Which of these is LEAST likely to be affected by crosswinds?

High-sided lorries.

Motorcyclists.

Cars

Cyclists.

Hint

[Road and Traffic Signs]

At a toucan or puffin crossing, which traffic light will follow the green signal?

Red and amber signals together.

Flashing amber signal.

Solid red signal.

Solid amber signal.

Hint

[Rules of the Road]

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

Not use your signals at all.

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.

Signal right on approach to the roundabout and then left when leaving.

Hint

[Road and Traffic Signs]

What does this sign mean?

Oncoming traffic has priority.

Stop at the junction.

Pedestrian crossing.

Give way to other traffic.

Hint

[Vulnerable Road Users]

When overtaking a horse and rider, what should you NOT do?

Use your horn.

Keep your distance from the horses.

Overtake slowly.

Wait until it is safe to overtake.

Hint

10.

[Rules of the Road]

What color road stud or cat's eye indicates the left edge of the road?

Green

Red

White

Amber

Hint

11.

[Hazard Awareness]

The motorcycle in front of you has a flashing amber light as shown. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is reversing.

Hint

12.

[Rules of the Road]

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

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

Only cross this line to overtake.

Keep this line to your right hand side at all times.

Cross this line to take an off-ramp.

Hint

13.

[Rules of the Road]

Which road marking along the centre of the road marks where you may overtake ONLY if the broken lines are on your side of the road.

Hint

14.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

When travelling on a motorway or major 'A' road, which traffic sign signals a particular lane is closed and all vehicles MUST immediately move into an open lane?

Hint

15.

[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.

To avoid an obstacle, such as a drain cover.

Cyclists like to show off.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

Hint

16.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

Which of these signs means give way to other traffic when at a junction?

Hint

17.

[Hazard Awareness]

You are travelling with a motorcycle riding in front of you. Why might they suddenly swerve or move across the traffic lane?

To avoid an uneven road surface or an icy patch.

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

To get a better view of the road ahead.

Motorcycle riders like to show off.

Hint

18.

[Other Types of Vehicles]

What colour beacon does an ambulance display if it is responding to an emergeny call?

Red

Green

Blue

Amber

Hint

19.

[Rules of the Road]

What color road stud or cat's eye indicates temporary adjustments to lane layouts e.g. where road works are taking place?

Green/Yellow

Green

Red

Amber

Hint

20.

[Other Types of Vehicles]

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

Cars

Horse riders.

Long vehicles.

Cyclists

Hint

21.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

When travelling on a motorway or major 'A' road, which traffic sign warns of a potential obstruction ahead and recommends a reduction in speed?

Hint

22.

[Safety Margin]

You are about to overtake a person riding a mobility scooter in windy weather. What should you do as you overtake?

Allow plenty of space.

Keep as close as possible to them.

Use your horn.

Use a higher gear whilst overtaking.

Hint

23.

[Other Types of Vehicles]

What colour beacon does a blood transfusion vehicle display if it is responding to an emergeny call?

Red

Blue

Green

Amber

Hint

24.

[Safety Margin]

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

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.

To avoid dazzling them with your lights.

Hint

25.

[Rules of the Road]

You are approaching a pelican crossing with the signals showing red as pictured. You do not see any pedestrians. You should:

Proceed at normal speed as you have right of way.

Use your horn to alert any pedestrians to your presence.

Proceed with caution in case pedestrians appear.

Stop at the crossing and wait for the signal to change.

Hint

26.

[Vulnerable Road Users]

A farmer is herding sheep across the road and has asked you to stop your vehicle until he has finished. You should:

Stop and turn your engine off until directed to continue.

Ignore the farmer as he has no authority.

Keep going as you have right of way.

Use your horn to get the sheep to move faster.

Hint

27.

[Hazard Awareness]

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

Hint

28.

[Alertness]

In Scotland, you MUST NOT drive with BREATH alcohol level higher than:

20ug (micrograms) alcohol per 100ml of breath

10ug (micrograms) alcohol per 100ml of breath

17ug (micrograms) alcohol per 100ml of breath

22ug (micrograms) alcohol per 100ml of breath

Hint

29.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

What does this sign mean?

Stop at the junction.

Tunnel ahead.

No entry to only vehicular traffic.

No entry to all traffic.

Hint

30.

[Other Types of Vehicles]

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

Fire engine

Breakdown recovery

Wide load

Police

Hint

31.

[Rules of the Road]

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

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

Cross this line to take an off-ramp.

Keep these lines to your left hand side at all times.

Only cross this line to overtake.

Hint

32.

[Rules of the Road]

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

No stopping on lines during times specified.

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

Parking ONLY allowed during times specified on nearby signpost.

Free parking on times specified.

Hint

33.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

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

Hint

34.

[Hazard Awareness]

Whilst driving or riding, you should avoid distractions such as: (Select all that apply)

Adjusting or starting the radio.

Adjusting your rear-view mirror.

Listening to the radio at a loud volume.

Listening to the radio at a low volume.

Hint

35.

[Vulnerable Road Users]

It is particularly important to be aware of: (Select all that apply)

Children.

Fields filled with animals.

Groups of adults.

Learner drivers and riders.

Hint

36.

[Attitude]

You are travelling along a road and you see a car reversing out from a driveway on the left. You should:

Speed up to get by the reversing vehicle.

Use your horn, slow down and be prepared to stop.

Move to the right and overtake.

Keep going as you have priority.

Hint

37.

[Hazard Awareness]

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

Hint

38.

[Vehicle Handling]

You are on snow and about to begin moving. As you set off, you should:

Always use 1st gear.

Quickly turn the steering to loosen the snow.

Leave your handbrake on.

Use the highest gear you can.

Hint

39.

[Vulnerable Road Users]

In windy weather, a motorcycle in front is overtaking a high-sided vehicle. What should you do?

Keep well back to allow the motorcyclist room to manoeuvre.

Overtake the motorcyclist.

Keep as close to the vehicle in front as possible.

Use your horn.

Hint

40.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

You are travelling in snowy weather. Your steering begins to feel light and unresponsive. You should:

Release the accelerator to gradually slow down.

Increase speed.

Turn the steering as far as you can to the right.

Brake hard immediately.

Hint

41.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

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

Red and amber signals together.

Solid green signal.

Flashing amber signal.

Solid red signal.

Hint

42.

[Hazard Awareness]

Which of these are hazards you should be aware of on residential streets? (Select all that apply)

Children running out from behind parked cars.

Pedestrians.

Car doors opening.

Vehicles moving off.

Hint

43.

[Hazard Awareness]

When turning right at a roundabout, when should you perform a 'lifesaver' check to your left?

After leaving the roundabout.

Before signalling and moving to the left lane.

When moving to the right.

After moving to the left to leave the roundabout.

Hint

44.

[Vehicle Handling]

If your vehicle is stationary and is likely to remain so for more than a couple of minutes, you should apply the parking brake and switch off the engine in order to: (Select all that apply)

Reduce emissions.

Reduce fuel consumption.

Get out of the vehicle to have a stretch.

Reduce noise pollution.

Hint

45.

[Vehicle Handling]

You have driven through deep water. What should you check at the first safe opportunity?

Test the effectiveness of your brakes as they may be wet.

There is no water in your exhaust system.

If your vehicle left any pollution in the water.

If any fish have become stuck on your vehicle.

Hint

46.

[Rules of the Road]

What do RED stud marks or reflective cat's eyes indicate?

The edge of the main carriageway at lay-bys and slip roads.

The central reservation of a dual carriageway or motorway.

The left edge of the road.

The lane dividers or the middle of the road.

Hint

47.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

Why are vehicles fitted with rear fog lights?

For learner drivers on the motorway.

In case your vehicle breaks down.

To allow other vehicles to see you in fog.

In case your brake lights don't work.

Hint

48.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

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

60 mph (96 km/h)

70 mph (112 km/h)

40 mph (64 km/h)

50 mph (80 km/h)

Hint

49.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

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

Stop at the line and wait until the roundabout is clear.

You have right of way.

Give way to traffic approaching from your right.

Give way to vehicles approaching from your left.

Hint

50.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

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

60 mph (96 km/h)

50 mph (80 km/h)

80 mph (129 km/h)

70 mph (112 km/h)

Hint

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