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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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[Road and Traffic Signs]

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

Hint

[Road and Traffic Signs]

What does this sign mean?

Restricted traffic.

National speed limit applies.

Road exit 100 yards ahead.

Tunnel ahead.

Hint

[Road and Traffic Signs]

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

Green light only.

Red light only.

Red and amber lights together.

Amber and green lights together.

Hint

[Rules of the Road]

You are approaching a zebra crossing and you don't see any pedestrians crossing or waiting to cross. You should:

Stop if the yellow lights are flashing.

Speed up to get through more quickly.

Stop at the crossing before proceeding.

Proceed with caution.

Hint

[Safety Margin]

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

Use your horn.

Keep as close as possible to them.

Overtake as quickly as possible.

Allow plenty of space.

Hint

[Other Types of Vehicles]

An emergency vehicle with 'DOCTOR' written down the side is approaching you. How do you know if it is responding to an emergency call?

It has a flashing red beacon.

It has a flashing yellow beacon.

It has a flashing green beacon.

It has a flashing blue beacon.

Hint

[Alertness]

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

35ug (micrograms) alcohol per 100ml of breath

20ug (micrograms) alcohol per 100ml of breath

10ug (micrograms) alcohol per 100ml of breath

30ug (micrograms) alcohol per 100ml of breath

Hint

[Road and Traffic Signs]

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

Hint

[Road and Traffic Signs]

Which of these signs warn that your road is for two-way traffic?

Hint

10.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

What does this sign mean?

No entry to only vehicular traffic.

No entry to all traffic.

Tunnel ahead.

Stop at the junction.

Hint

11.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

What does this sign mean?

Name of the road.

Maximum width ahead.

Maximum speed is 40mph.

Minimum speed is 40mph.

Hint

12.

[Hazard Awareness]

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

Vehicles moving off.

Children running out from behind parked cars.

Pedestrians.

Car doors opening.

Hint

13.

[Attitude]

Before setting off on a journey, you should ensure that: (Select all that apply)

You are wearing baggy clothes.

Your mirrors and seat are adjusted correctly.

Your mobile phone can be easily reached in case you receive a call.

You know all the controls in your vehicle and how to use them.

Hint

14.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

Under what circumstances may a rider or passenger on a motorcycle not wear a helmet?

The helmet colour may dazzle other road users.

There are not enough helmets for all passengers.

The motorcycle has a sidecar.

The rider or passenger is a follower of the Sikh religion and is wearing a turban.

Hint

15.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

Which of the following may a rider or passenger wear on their head INSTEAD of a helmet?

A headscarf for riders with long hair.

A turban for followers of the Sikh religion.

A bicycle helmet.

A baseball cap to shield the sun from a rider's eyes.

Hint

16.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

You MUST obey signals given by the following: (Select all that apply)

Traffic officers.

School crossing patrols.

Traffic wardens.

Police officers.

Hint

17.

[Other Types of Vehicles]

Unregistered and untaxed vehicles can only be used:

Between 10pm and 6am.

On quiet roads with little traffic.

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

When the driver or rider has an appropriate license.

Hint

18.

[Rules of the Road]

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

The left edge of the road.

The temporary adjustments to lane layouts, e.g. where road works are taking place.

The central reservation of a dual carriageway or motorway.

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

Hint

19.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

A person authorised to direct traffic is standing at a road intersection and is holding out their hand towards you as shown in the picture. You should:

Turn around and find an alternative route.

Slow down and proceed cautiously. Prepare to stop if directed to do so.

Stop at the intersection and wait until directed to proceed.

Speed up to avoid causing traffic congestion.

Hint

20.

[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.

Use your horn to alert them to your presence.

Flash your lights in case they are hard of hearing.

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

Hint

21.

[Hazard Awareness]

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

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is reversing.

Hint

22.

[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.

Use your hazard lights to alert other road users.

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

Hint

23.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

You may use your hazard warning lights when you:

Park dangerously or illegally.

Are being towed on a motorway or unrestricted dual carriageway.

To thank other drivers.

Need to warn other road users of an obstruction ahead.

Hint

24.

[Rules of the Road]

In slow moving traffic, you should: (Select all that apply)

Be aware of cyclists and motorcycles passing between vehicles.

Block other vehicles from feeding onto the road from a slip road.

Allow access into and from sideroads.

Use your horn to speed the traffic up.

Hint

25.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

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

Leave the motorway at the next exit.

There is a bend to the left ahead.

You must allow the vehicle on your left to overtake.

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

Hint

26.

[Vehicle Handling]

When towing, you should: (Select all that apply)

Check your headlights are properly adjusted.

Avoid accelerating or braking too sharply.

Carry as much as you can in your trailer or caravan and not your vehicle.

Ensure heavy and sharp objects are secured safely.

Hint

27.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

This road sign pictured indicates:

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

A combined bus and cycle lane alongside other vehicular traffic.

A bus only lane alongside other vehicular traffic.

A tram only lane alongside vehicular traffic.

Hint

28.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

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

Solid red signal.

Solid green signal.

Red and amber signals together.

Solid amber signal.

Hint

29.

[Motorway Rules]

When are you NOT allowed to use the hard shoulder? (Select all that apply)

Bypass a traffic queue to get a slip road.

Park and have a rest when you're feeling tired.

In an emergency.

As a traffic lane on a 'smart' motorway when directed by traffic signs.

Hint

30.

[Rules of the Road]

A solid white line ACROSS the road at a junction indicate:

Give way to other traffic.

The division of the road into lanes.

Where you MUST not cross as it is dangerous. Use another lane or slip-road.

You MUST stop at the line.

31.

[Hazard Awareness]

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

15 metres

10 metres

20 metres

5 metres

Hint

32.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

The road outside of a school is marked with yellow zig zag lines as pictured. What does this indicate?

Where childen should be dropped off.

No waiting or parking at any time.

Where children should be picked up.

Waiting area only, no parking.

Hint

33.

[Hazard Awareness]

Why MUST you switch off your fog lights when visibility improves?

They confused other drivers.

They drain your vehicle's battery.

They are bright and dazzle other road users.

It reduces control of your vehicle.

Hint

34.

[Vehicle Handling]

If your vehicle's engine is running, you MUST NOT:

Leave your vehicle unattended.

Rev the engine to warm it up.

Switch it off if you're waiting to pick someone up.

Clean any ice of the windows.

Hint

35.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

When travelling on a motorway or major 'A' road, what should you do if you see this sign and visibility is impared? (Select all that apply)

Slow down and proceed cautiously.

Switch on fog lights.

Immediately stop your vehicle and wait for visibility to improve.

Speed up to get through poor visibility as quickly as possible.

Hint

36.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

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

You MUST stop at the line.

You have right of way.

Give way to other traffic on the main road.

The division of the road into lanes.

Hint

37.

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

Consume only non-alcoholic drinks.

Drink, but stay under the legal limit.

Drink plenty of water with any alcohol.

Hint

38.

[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 uneven road surface or an icy patch.

Cyclists like to show off.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

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

Hint

39.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

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

Hint

40.

[Hazard Awareness]

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

Loud noises coming from houses.

Lorry drivers.

Children playing in the street.

Cars unexpectedly pulling out.

Hint

41.

[Rules of the Road]

Which road marking along the road is used to separate traffic lanes or to protect traffic turning into a side road?

Hint

42.

[Rules of the Road]

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

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

Never, as this is an emergency only lane.

At any time unless there is oncoming traffic.

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

Hint

43.

[Rules of the Road]

You are in queuing traffic approaching a pedestrian crossing. Another vehicle is blocking the other side of the crossing. You should:

If no-one is waiting to cross, drive and wait on the crossing behind the vehicle in front.

Wait on the crossing behind the vehicle in front as you have right of way over pedestrians.

Overtake any vehicle in front that blocks your exit.

Not block the crossing. Wait until the exit is clear before travelling through.

Hint

44.

[Rules of the Road]

You are waiting at a pelican crossing and the signals are showing red as pictured. You do not see any pedestrians. You should:

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

Proceed at normal speed as you have right of way.

Proceed with caution in case pedestrians appear.

Use your horn to alert any pedestrians to your presence.

Hint

45.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

Which of these signs designates a bus and cycle ONLY road with no other vehicular traffic allowed?

Hint

46.

[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

47.

[Hazard Awareness]

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

Always ride straight ahead.

Avoid riding over the painted middle.

Not use any signals.

Speed up.

Hint

48.

[Alertness]

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

Give a false sense of confidence.

Decrease the risk of collisions.

Reduce co-ordination and slow down reactions.

Make you a better driver.

Hint

49.

[Vulnerable Road Users]

When overtaking a horse and rider, what should you do?

Flash your headlights at the horse rider.

Drive around as quickly as possible.

Overtake slowly if it is safe to do so.

Use your horn to warn the rider of our presence.

Hint

50.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

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

Red and amber signals together.

Solid amber signal.

Solid green signal.

Flashing amber signal.

Hint

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