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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.
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[Hazard Awareness]

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

Hint

[Attitude]

You are attending an event where alcohol will be available. You need to ride your motorcycle to get home. What should you do to be the most safe?

Drink plenty of water with any alcohol.

Drink, but stay under the legal limit.

Consume only non-alcoholic drinks.

Drink a tea, coffee or other caffeinated drink before driving.

Hint

[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.

Use dipped headlights.

Speed up get through the wet area.

Hint

[Road and Traffic Signs]

A pedestrian crossing has two yellow flashing lights on poles and white stripes across the road. What type of crossing is this?

Zebra

Pelican

Puffin

Toucan

Hint

[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.

Keep going as you have priority.

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

Move to the right and overtake.

Hint

[Vehicle Handling]

The typical stopping distance for a vehicle travelling at 70 mph (112 km/h) on a dry road is 96 metres (315 feet). What is the typical stopping distance for this vehicle in WET weather?

96 metres (315 feet)

144 metres (472 feet)

240 metres (787 feet)

192 metres (630 feet)

Hint

[Other Types of Vehicles]

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

Blue

Red

Green

Amber

Hint

[Vehicle Handling]

If you drive through deep water your brakes might become less effective. What should you do?

Do not use your brakes for at least 10 minutes.

Gently apply light pressure to the brakes while driving slowly to dry them out.

Speed up to dry your brakes faster.

Speed up then brake harshly to quickly dry them.

Hint

[Hazard Awareness]

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

When moving to the right.

After leaving the roundabout.

Before signalling and moving to the left lane.

After moving to the left to leave the roundabout.

Hint

10.

[Hazard Awareness]

You are travelling along a wet road. How can you tell if your tyres are no longer gripping the road?

The steering becomes light and unresponsive.

The engine becomes louder.

Your speed increases unexpectedly.

Your speed decreases unexpectedly.

Hint

11.

[Safety Margin]

You are travelling at a safe distance between you and the vehicle in front. Another vehicle overtakes and pulls into this gap. What should you do?

Flash your headlights.

Slow down to maintain a safe gap.

Speed up to overtake this new vehicle.

Use your horn

Hint

12.

[Vehicle Handling]

The typical stopping distance for a vehicle travelling at 20 mph (32 km/h) on a dry road is 12 metres (40 feet). What is the typical stopping distance for this vehicle in WET weather?

24 metres (80 feet)

30 metres (98 feet)

18 metres (59 feet)

12 metres (40 feet)

Hint

13.

[Other Types of Vehicles]

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

Red

Amber

Blue

Green

Hint

14.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

A lane runs along the side of the road and is marked by this road sign and a solid white line on the road. You:

CAN park in any cycle lane.

CAN drive AND park in a cycle lane marked by a SOLID white line.

MUST NOT drive or park in a cycle lane marked by a SOLID white line.

CAN drive in any cycle lane.

Hint

15.

[Hazard Awareness]

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

Hint

16.

[Vulnerable Road Users]

Some of the most vulnerable road users are: (Select all that apply)

Lorry drivers.

Cyclists.

Car drivers.

Horse riders.

Hint

17.

[Hazard Awareness]

If you are dazzled by bright sunlight, you should:

Turn your head and face away from the road.

Close your eyes until the dazzling goes away.

Slow down, and if necessary stop.

Speed up to get through the dazzle as quickly as possible.

Hint

18.

[Alertness]

When taking medication, whom should you consult before operating a vehicle?

The local petrol station.

Your breakdown service.

Your doctor or pharmacist

A passenger in your vehicle.

Hint

19.

[Hazard Awareness]

Whilst travelling at night, another vehicle is overtaking you. You should:

Flash your lights at the other driver.

Switch on your hazard warning lights.

Dip your headlights to avoid dazzling other road users.

Speed up to prevent the overtaking.

Hint

20.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

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

Solid red signal.

Solid green signal.

Flashing amber signal.

Red and amber signals together.

Hint

21.

[Hazard Awareness]

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

To avoid an obstacle, such as a drain cover.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

Cyclists like to show off.

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

Hint

22.

[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 ICY conditions??

860 metres (2820 feet)

530 metres (1750 feet)

1060 metres (3500 feet)

700 metres (2300 feet)

Hint

23.

[Rules of the Road]

Single-track roads are only wide enough for one vehicle. If you see an oncoming vehicle, you should:

Stop your vehicle and expect the other driver to reverse out of the way.

Keep going if travelling down hill as you have right of way.

Attempt to squeeze by the other vehicle.

Pull into a passing place on your left or wait by a passing place on your right. If necessary, reverse to the nearest place.

Hint

24.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

Which of these signs designates a road with a combined bus and cycle lane along side other traffic?

Hint

25.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

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

Give way to traffic approaching from your right.

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

Give way to vehicles approaching from your left.

You have right of way.

Hint

26.

[Rules of the Road]

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

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

Not use your signals at all.

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

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

Hint

27.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

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

Hint

28.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

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

Hint

29.

[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

30.

[Vulnerable Road Users]

You are approaching a roundabout and there is a horse rider in the left-hand lane, but is signalling right. You should:

Overtake them on the right.

Overtake them on the left.

Leave plenty of space for them.

Keep close to them.

Hint

31.

[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.

Increased use of the footbrake can reduce its effectiveness.

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

Hint

32.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

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

Your vehicle has not edged close enough to be detected.

There is not enough traffic on the road.

Not enough pedestrians have crossed the road.

The crossing detects pedestrians are still crossing the road.

Hint

33.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

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

Hint

34.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

Who is responsible whilst a vehicle is travelling under cruise control?

The mechanical responsible for maintenance.

The owner of the vehicle.

The driver or rider of the vehicle.

The vehicle manufacturer.

Hint

35.

[Vehicle Handling]

You should adjust your seat and mirrors correctly in order to:

Ensure comfort, full control and maximum field of vision.

Ensure you can see yourself whilst you drive.

Keep your body as close as possible to the steering wheel, even if its uncomfortable.

Keep the distracting vehicle controls out of reach.

Hint

36.

[Hazard Awareness]

From what minimum distance must you be able to read a vehicle number plate in daylight?

5 metres

10 metres

15 metres

20 metres

Hint

37.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

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

Motorway has changed into a different road type.

Move out of the closed lane into one that is open.

Leave the motorway at the next available exit.

Previously signalled driving restrictions have been lifted.

Hint

38.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

You MUST NOT use your vehicle's lights: (Select all that apply)

In a way that dazzles other road users.

To flash other drivers if they annoy you.

On full beam setting when there is oncoming traffic.

During the day time.

Hint

39.

[Vulnerable Road Users]

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

Keep as close to the vehicle in front as possible.

Use your horn.

Overtake the cyclist as quickly as possible.

Keep well back to allow the cyclist room to manoeuvre.

Hint

40.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

Whilst riding when it is snowing, you should:

Travel as quickly as possible.

Turn your steering sharply.

Slow down and allow plenty of time to brake gently.

Pull over into a service area and wait for the weather to improve.

Hint

41.

[Other Types of Vehicles]

Unregistered and untaxed vehicles can only be used:

On quiet roads with little traffic.

When the driver or rider has an appropriate license.

When the vehicle is off-road on private land and NEVER uses a public road.

Between 10pm and 6am.

Hint

42.

[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 uneven road surface or an icy patch.

Cyclists like to show off.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

Hint

43.

[Rules of the Road]

Which of these road markings indicate that no stopping is allowed during times indicated on a nearby sign?

Hint

44.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

Which of these signs designates a tram ONLY road with no other vehicular traffic allowed?

Hint

45.

[Safety Margin]

You are about to overtake a motorcyclist in windy weather. What should you do as you overtake?

Overtake as quickly as possible.

Allow plenty of space.

Use your horn.

Keep as close as possible to them.

Hint

46.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

In stationary queues of traffic, you should:

Use your horn aggressively to speed up the traffic.

Get out of the vehicle to have a stretch.

Use your mobile phone to report the traffic.

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

Hint

47.

[Rules of the Road]

What color road stud or cat's eye indicates the edge of the main carriageway at lay-bys and slip roads?

Amber

Red

Green

Green/Yellow

Hint

48.

[Alertness]

Consuming alcohol will have the following effect: (Select all that apply)

Take time to leave your body making you unfit to drive even hours later.

Affect judgement of speed, distance and risk.

Reduce driving ability, even if you're below the legal limit.

Improve co-ordination and reaction times.

Hint

49.

[Rules of the Road]

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

Never cross this line.

Only cross this line to overtake. Be aware that a hazard is ahead.

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

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

Hint

50.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

If you see this traffic light with both red and amber lights showing, which light or lights will appear next?

Red light only.

Green light only.

Amber and green lights together.

Red and amber lights together.

Hint

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