Virginia DMV Motorcycle Test

Pass the Virginia Motorcycle Permit test the first time with FREE Virginia DMV Practice Tests. Study real motorcycle permit questions from the DMV handbook!.

1. Which of the following should you not do if you are riding an unfamiliar motorcycle?
2. When being passed on the left, it is best to
3. It is important to maintain a space cushion behind the vehicle in front of you
4. The best way to protect your eyes is with
5. ____ helps you absorb shock when riding over obstacles.
6. A motorcycle mini-lane is
7. It is dangerous to ride beside a line of parked cars because
8. Which of the following is acceptable to wear on a motorcycle as protective clothing?
9. When scanning road conditions, you should be looking for
10. Safe riders try to ride less than ____ hours a day.
11. To avoid lurching while downshifting, what should you do?
12. When turning, you should shift gears ____ you turn if necessary.
13. Most crashes occur with operators riding under what speed, in mph?
14. The best way to prevent fatigue while riding is to
15. Which of the following applies to carrying cargo?
16. When passing cars parked on the side of the road, stay in the ____ of your lane.
17. What is the best path through a curve?
18. To make sure a driver can see you, you should ride ____.
19. Your motorcycle chain should be checked
20. When driving at night, a driver should allow for a ____ second following distance when it's dark outside.
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About Motorcycle Permit Practice Tests

To operate a motorcycle in Virginia, you must have a motorcycle license or permit. Licenses are issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The three types of licenses are a Class M (all motorcycles), Class M2 (two-wheeled only), or Class M3 (three-wheeled only). Before applying for a license, you must hold a motorcycle learner's permit for a set amount of time, which varies based on age. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle learner's permit, you will need to hold a valid driver's license or permit. If you do not, you must pass a two-part driver's license knowledge exam. You must apply, submit the required documentation, pass the vision screening and the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To apply for a Class M, M2, or M3 license, applicants who are 18 and older must wait at least 30 days after receiving a permit. Applicants who are under 18 must hold the permit for nine months. When you apply, you will need to submit the required documentation, pass the road skills test, and pay the fees. Testing may be waived if you successfully complete the Virginia Rider Training Program.

Tests are scheduled through the DMV. The motorcycle knowledge test contains 25 questions about road rules and safe riding practices. You must answer 21 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle rider skills test assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail a test, you must wait two days to retake it.