Pass the New York Motorcycle Permit test the first time with FREE New York DMV Practice Tests. Study real motorcycle permit questions from the DMV handbook!.
1. How can you increase your visibility to others at night?
2. To execute a turn safely a motorcycle rider should always:
3. What color of clothing increases riders' visibility to other drivers?
4. When driving behind another vehicle, you should leave a ____ second following distance.
5. When parking a motorcycle at a roadside, at what angle should the bike be relative to the curb or shoulder?
6. ____ a common factor in motorcycle collisions.
7. When traveling in a group, you should never ride
8. Which of the following surfaces is the most hazardous for a motorcycle to ride on?
9. In order for a passenger to ride your motorcycle, he or she must have their own
10. In what situation when driving your motorcycle will your brake light be less noticeable to other vehicles?
11. It's acceptable for motorcyclists to share a lane with other vehicles when ____.
12. In order to help with the effects of fatigue, riders should rest at least every ____ hours
13. Why is it common for drivers to pull out in front of a motorcyclist thinking they have plenty of time?
14. Because cars merging onto the highway may not see you, you should
15. After as few as ____ alcoholic drink(s), your ability to ride can be affected.
16. You can increase visibility on the road by wearing ____ while driving your motorcycle.
17. The best way to increase your visibility at an intersection is to
18. While riding a motorcycle, you are considered legally intoxicated if
19. If either of your motorcycle tires goes flat while riding, you should
20. In order to avoid fatigue, you should stop riding at least every ____ hour(s).
To operate a motorcycle in New York, you must have a motorcycle (M) or motorcycle junior (MJ) license or permit. Licenses are issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). You must first receive a motorcycle learner's permit. After successfully completing the requirements for the permit, you can apply for a motorcycle license. The MJ license is for drivers who are under 18. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.
To receive a Class M or MJ learner's permit, you must apply, submit the required documentation, pass the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. After receiving your permit and practicing your motorcycle skills, you can apply for a Class M or MJ license. The state recommends you have at least 30 hours of practice on your motorcycle before you apply for a license. To receive a motorcycle license, you must submit an application and your documentation, pass the motorcycle rider skills test, and pay the fees. The DMV will waive the skills test for qualified applicants who complete an approved motorcycle safety course.
Tests are scheduled through the DMV. The motorcycle knowledge exam contains 25 questions about safe riding practices and road rules. You must answer 20 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 one day to retake it.