Motorcycle Theory Test Questions and Answers

Use this page to browse sample motorcycle theory test questions and answers with explanations. It is designed for learner riders who want to understand motorbike theory test questions before moving into interactive practice, mock tests or booking a real DVSA motorcycle theory test.

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Motorcycle theory test question links

Use this section to link to a sample of your DVSA motorcycle theory test revision questions. Each linked question page should include the question, answer options, the correct answer and a clear explanation.

These question links should help learners browse individual examples, understand why an answer is correct and move into fuller practice when they are ready.

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What should you do if your mobile phone rings while you're driving or riding?
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When should you use your vehicle's horn?
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What does the term 'lifesaver' mean?
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What's the minimum time gap you should leave when following a vehicle on a wet road?
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What should you do to move off safely from a parked position?
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At an incident, how could you help a casualty who has stopped breathing?
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What should you do if you're riding at night and are dazzled by the headlights of an approaching vehicle?
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What could you do to help injured people at an incident?
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An injured person has been placed in the recovery position. They're unconscious but breathing normally. What else should be done?
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What should you do if luggage falls from your motorcycle while you're riding on a motorway?
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What should you do before slowing down or stopping your vehicle?
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You arrive at the scene of a motorcycle crash. The rider is injured. When should their helmet be removed?
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Why should you check over your shoulder before you change lanes in busy, slow-moving traffic?
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The conditions are good and dry. When should you use the 'two-second rule'?
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You're in a one-way street and want to turn right. Where should you position your vehicle when there are 2 lanes?
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Which document may the police ask you to produce after you've been involved in a collision?
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A collision has just happened. An injured person is lying in a busy road. What's the first thing you should do?
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What's the 'lifesaver' when riding a motorcycle?
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When are you allowed to use hazard warning lights?
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Which type of crossing allows cyclists to ride across with pedestrians?
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An injured motorcyclist is lying unconscious in the road. The traffic has stopped and there's no further danger. What could you do to help?
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What should you do if your motorcycle breaks down while you're riding through a tunnel?
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At an incident, a casualty is not breathing. What should you do while helping them to start breathing again?
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There's been a collision. A motorcyclist is lying injured and unconscious. Why should you only remove their helmet if it's essential?
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After a collision, someone is unconscious in their vehicle. When should you call the emergency services?
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You're waiting to turn right at the end of a road. What should you do if your view is obstructed by parked vehicles?
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Which colour follows the green signal at a puffin crossing?
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What should you do if you see an incident on the other side of the motorway?
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What will happen if you become very cold while you're riding your motorcycle?
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You're riding towards a zebra crossing. What should you do if pedestrians are waiting to cross?
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A casualty is not breathing normally and needs cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). At what rate should you press down and release on the centre of their chest?
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You're riding a motorcycle on the road. What should you do before using your mobile phone?
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You're going through a long tunnel. What will warn you of congestion or an incident ahead?
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At an incident, it's important to look after any casualties. What should you do with them when the area is safe?
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You arrive at an incident. There's no danger from fire or further collisions and the emergency services have been called. What's your first priority when attending to an unconscious motorcyclist?
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What should you do if you're being followed by an ambulance showing flashing blue lights?
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What should you do if you have to stop while you're going through a congested tunnel?
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What should you do if you see a large box fall from a lorry onto the motorway?
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You arrive at the scene of a motorcycle crash. No other vehicle is involved. The rider is unconscious and lying in the middle of the road. What's the first thing you should do at the scene?
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You're turning right on a multi-lane roundabout. When should you take a lifesaver glance over your left shoulder?
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You're approaching an unmarked crossroads. How should you deal with the junction?
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You're following a large vehicle that's travelling at 40 mph. Where should you position your motorcycle?
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What information should you find out if you're involved in a collision where someone is injured?
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Why can it be helpful to have mirrors on each side of your motorcycle?
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You're at an incident. What could you do to help an unconscious casualty?
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There's been a collision. How can you help a driver who's suffering from shock?
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Why should you never wave people across at pedestrian crossings?
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You're turning right at a large roundabout. What should you do before you cross a lane to reach your exit?
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You're riding your motorcycle on an urban road. What must you do before stopping on the left?
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What should you do when you're approaching traffic lights that have been green for some time?
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You arrive at the scene of a crash where someone is bleeding heavily from a wound in their arm. Nothing is embedded in the wound. What could you do to help?
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You're riding a motorcycle that's towing a trailer. What should you do before turning right onto a dual carriageway?
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You're travelling at the legal speed limit. What should you do if the vehicle behind approaches quickly, flashing its headlights?
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You're following a large vehicle. Why should you stay a safe distance behind it?
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Why should you use your mirrors when you see a hazard ahead?
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Your motorcycle has broken down on a motorway. How will you know the direction of the nearest emergency telephone?
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When should you use the engine cut-out switch?
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You arrive at an incident. A pedestrian is bleeding heavily from a leg wound. The leg is not broken and there's nothing in the wound. How could you help?
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When should you flash your headlights at other road users?
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What should you do before making a U-turn?
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You're riding a motorcycle on a single carriageway road. What should your road position allow?
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You're at the scene of an incident. How could you help someone who's suffering from shock?
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Following a collision, a person has been injured. What would be a warning sign for shock?
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You're riding at night. You have your headlights on main beam. When should you dip your headlights if another vehicle overtakes you?
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You're being overtaken by a long, heavily laden lorry. What should you do if it's taking a long time for it to overtake?
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When riding some motorcycles, your shoulders and arms can obstruct your view in the mirrors. What can you do to overcome this difficulty?
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You're riding a motorcycle that has an engine of less than 50 cc. What should you do if you see a queue of traffic building up behind?
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You're about to turn right. What should you do just before you turn?
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What should you do if you're riding at night and are dazzled by the headlights of an oncoming car?
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What should you do before riding a motorcycle you've never ridden before?
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When should you check your blind spots?
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You're riding on a motorway. What does it mean if the car in front switches on its hazard warning lights?
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An adult casualty is not breathing. To maintain circulation, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) should be given. What's the correct depth to press down on their chest?
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You're the first person to arrive at an incident where people are badly injured. You've switched on your hazard warning lights and checked all engines are stopped. What else should you do?
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You're in a line of traffic. What action should you take if the driver behind is following very closely?
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On a road where trams operate, which vehicles will be most at risk from the tram rails?
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You're about to emerge from a junction. Your pillion passenger tells you it's clear. When should you rely on their judgement?
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You wish to turn right ahead. Why should you take up the correct position in good time?
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At an incident, a casualty is unconscious but breathing. When should you move them?
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At an incident, someone is suffering from severe burns. How could you help them?
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You've been waiting for some time to make a right turn into a side road. What should you do just before you start turning?
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At an incident, someone is unconscious and you want to help. What would be the first thing to check?
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Which vehicle will use a blue flashing beacon?
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Where should you avoid overtaking?
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Why are young motorcyclists more likely to be involved in crashes?
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What type of emergency vehicle is fitted with a green flashing beacon?
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At an incident, how could you help a small child who's not breathing?
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Why is it dangerous to travel too close to the vehicle ahead?
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What must you do when the amber light is flashing at a pelican crossing?

Motorcycle theory test questions for learner riders

Motorcycle theory test questions help learner riders prepare for the knowledge part of the DVSA motorcycle theory test. They can cover road signs, rules of the road, safe riding, road positioning, vulnerable road users, vehicle handling, hazard awareness and riding in different conditions.

This page is not a full interactive practice test. It is a motorcycle-specific question and answer hub where you can link to sample DVSA revision questions and explanations.

If you want to take an interactive sample test instead, use the free motorcycle practice theory test page.

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Motorcycle theory test questions and answers with explanations

Answer explanations are important because they help you understand the rule or riding principle behind the answer. This is more useful than simply memorising a question and hoping the same wording appears later.

A good explanation should show why the correct answer is right, why the other options are less suitable and how the rule applies to real riding situations.

If you get a motorcycle theory question wrong, use the explanation to identify the topic you need to revise next.

Motorbike theory test questions

Motorbike theory test questions are designed to check whether you understand how to ride safely and legally before progressing toward the practical motorcycle test route.

Common motorcycle theory question areas include road signs, speed limits, road positioning, safety margins, vulnerable road users, weather conditions, safe riding, vehicle handling and hazard awareness.

Use this page to browse question examples, then use practice tests and mock tests to check whether your knowledge is improving.

Motorcycle theory questions by topic

Grouping motorcycle theory questions by topic can help learner riders find weak areas quickly. Your sample question pages could be organised around topics such as:

Road signs and road markings
Rules of the road
Safe riding and rider attitude
Road positioning and visibility
Vulnerable road users
Safety margins and stopping distances
Weather, road surfaces and riding conditions
Accidents, breakdowns and emergencies
Motorways and faster roads
Hazard awareness

This type of structure helps learners move from individual examples into focused revision.

Motorcycle theory test questions vs motorcycle practice tests

Motorcycle theory test questions are useful when you want to learn from individual examples. A motorcycle practice test is better when you want to answer a set of questions and check your score.

Use this page when you want to browse examples and read explanations. Use the free motorcycle practice theory test or motorcycle mock theory test pages when you want a more interactive test experience.

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Upgrade from sample questions to full motorcycle practice access

Sample motorcycle theory test questions are a useful starting point, but they are not the same as full preparation.

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We can help arrange your DVSA motorcycle theory test booking for a date that suits you, subject to DVSA availability. Once your package is booked, you can start using your practice access, including motorcycle theory test questions, mock tests and hazard perception clips.

If you need more time to study, your test can be moved back, subject to availability and the relevant booking conditions.

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Remember hazard perception

Motorcycle theory test questions are only one part of preparation. The DVSA motorcycle theory test also includes hazard perception, where you identify developing hazards in video clips.

Hazard perception is especially important for learner riders because motorcycles are more exposed on the road and require strong observation and anticipation.

If you upgrade to the Book Theory Tests package, CGI hazard perception video clips are included as part of your practice access.

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