Motorcycle Theory Test Practice 2025

Based on the Official Highway Code

Toptests Practice Theory Test

Questions: 50

Mistakes allowed: 7

Pass mark: 86%

Official Theory Test: What to Expect

How many questions:	50
How many correct answers to pass:	43
Pass mark:	86%

Riding a motorbike can be a fun and practical transport solution, but you will need to pass a motorcycle theory test before you can progress to taking a practical test. The following 50 multiple-choice questions are based on the official questions you may face in your motorbike theory test as supplied by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA). Good luck with these practice questions and with the actual test.

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List of questions (classic view)

1. What is the only reason to flash your headlight at another road user?
2. Which emergency vehicle has a flashing green light?
3. You are going to ride your motorbike in the dark. What could you wear to make yourself more visible?
4. You are on a motorway and planning to leave at the next exit. Before reaching the exit, which lane position should you choose?
5. You are about to take a journey when you notice that it's snowing. What should you do?
6. Which of these environmental factors is likely to increase your stopping distance?
7. What should you avoid as you negotiate a mini-roundabout?
8. You see a painted section marked 'Bus Stop'. Why should you avoid riding over it?
9. What does a road sign with a brown background indicate?
10. You notice that there is oil on your front forks. Should this be of concern to you?
11. Which of these actions can cause your tyres to lose their grip, resulting in a skid?
12. To prevent a cable-operated clutch from becoming stiff in usage, you should always keep it
13. What is one of the main causes of road accidents among new riders?
14. When should you take a lifesaver to check your blind spot?
15. You are between two cars in a line of traffic and the car behind you is very close to your motorbike. What should you do?
16. It's a good idea to plan your route before setting out. How can you do this?
17. When approaching a right-hand bend on your motorbike, you should move towards the left of the road
18. Whilst you are riding, the oil light becomes illuminated. What should you do?
19. Why is it a good idea to wear fluorescent clothing even in daylight?
20. You are riding in heavy rain and your motorbike starts to aquaplane or skid. What should you do?
21. Signs that give orders must be obeyed at all times. What do such prohibitive signs usually look like?
22. Riding a motorbike releases carbon emissions. What percentage of all emissions are caused by road transport?
23. At a junction, you see a rectangle with criss-cross yellow lines painted on the road. What does this mean?
24. The right-hand lane of a motorway is for what purpose only?
25. You are riding with good tyres and brakes at 50 mph on a good road surface. What is the typical braking distance?
26. It is a hot day and you are about to ride your motorcycle. What should you wear?
27. You are riding towards an unmarked crossroads. How should you proceed?
28. You reach a traffic light which is green. You should NOT proceed if
29. The road is icy. What is your motorbike's braking distance compared to that in normal road conditions?
30. New tyres have been fitted to your motorcycle. How should you ride it?
31. What is the purpose of a motorbike's catalytic converter?
32. You are carrying a pillion passenger. At a junction, this individual tells you it is clear and you can proceed. Should you listen to the person?
33. You are riding your motorcycle in cold weather. What effect might this have on you?
34. Your helmet's visor fogs up while you are riding along a country lane. What should you do?
35. When is it especially important to check the oil level on your motorbike?
36. The traffic lights are not working. Who has priority?
37. Your motorbike has had a new rear wheel fitted. What should you check?
38. Road signs are indicating a sharp bend coming up. How should you prepare?
39. When should you use the engine cut-out switch?
40. You should always cancel the indicators on your motorbike after a manoeuvre. Why is this?
41. When the driver in front rotates his or her right arm anticlockwise, what does this road signal indicate?
42. In what way is a toucan crossing different from other crossings?
43. You are riding at night. Which of these things should you NOT do?
44. What is the minimum legal tread depth for motorbike tyres?
45. When should you use the horn on your motorbike?
46. Your helmet visor has become badly scratched. What should you do?
47. Why should you keep your motorcycle well maintained at all times?
48. You have stopped at a red traffic light. What colour or colours will follow next?
49. What is the overall stopping distance for a motorbike travelling at 40 mph? The road surface is good, and the brakes and tyres are in good condition.
50. What must you do before coming to a stop in normal conditions?