Arizona
Motorcycle Test

If you want to legally take the streets in Arizona on a motorcycle you’re going to need to demonstrate a basic understanding of the state’s driving laws along with your knowledge and skill when it comes to managing a bike on Arizona roads. To get an M class motorcycle license endorsement in Arizona you must complete a motorcycle driver education program approved by the Arizona MVD (Motor Vehicle Division) and be at least 18 years old. If you’re between 16 and 18 the applicant must have had a valid driving instruction permit for at least six months before applying and must complete 30 hours of riding practice. Additionally, drivers will have to pass the Arizona motorcycle license test as well as the state written test to earn their endorsement. Click the "Start Test" button below to begin.

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If you fail to keep your right wrist flat when you start, you may:

Not be able to apply enough throttle.

Apply too much throttle.

Not be able to apply the rear brake.

Not be able to start your motorcycle.

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If you are riding in traffic and a small fox runs into your lane, you should:

Do anything to avoid the animal.

Move to the next lane immediately.

Stay in your lane.

Flash your lights to try to scare the animal.

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If you have to brake during a curve, the first thing you should do is:

Lean into the turn.

Get the motorcycle upright.

Use only the front brake.

Use only the rear brake.

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You should check to make sure that your brake light:

Works with at least one lever.

Operates with both levers independently.

At least works with both levers at once.

At least works with the rear pedal.

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Shifting into a lower gear causes an effect similar to:

Using the brakes.

Starting your motorcycle.

Hitting wet pavement.

Hitting the throttle.

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What is the best position within the lane while riding a motorcycle?

It varies depending on the circumstances.

The right side of the lane.

The middle of the lane.

The left side of the lane.

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Your lane position should allow you to:

Do all of these things.

Maximize your visibility.

Signal to those around you.

Position yourself to make a turn.

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In car and motorcycle collisions, what percent are caused by the driver failing to properly yield the right-of-way to the rider?

Less than 10 percent

Over 50 percent

Over 90 percent

25 percent

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When riding at night, your following distance should be:

Shorter than it is during the day.

Longer than it is during the day.

Whatever distance feels comfortable.

Should be the same as it is during the day.

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In ideal conditions, your following distance should be:

One second.

Whatever feels safe to the rider.

Two seconds.

Four seconds.

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Proper motorcycle clothing should:

Never cover your arms or legs.

Not be leather in warm weather.

Only flap slightly when riding.

Protect you in the event of a crash.

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A motorcycle with a sidecar:

Is illegal.

Cannot be driven on highways.

Is three times less stable than a regular motorcycle.

Can tip over if making a turn too fast.

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The best way to avoid a crash is to:

Ride at the speed limit.

Have a valid license.

Make sure you are visible.

Make sure your bike is loud enough.

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A good way of 'bonding' with your motorcycle is to:

Use your arms to steer rather than support.

Share it with other riders.

Spend more time on the motorcycle when not riding it.

Change positions often.

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If your motorcycle has convex mirrors instead of flat mirrors, practicing with them is helpful because:

They provide a 180 degree view.

The reflection is darker than flat mirrors.

Unlike flat mirrors, they make items look farther away than they really are.

They make images look even closer than regular mirrors.

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As you ride you should monitor your path of travel up to where you will be in how many seconds?

20 seconds

5 seconds

12 seconds

30 seconds

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When positioning yourself in a lane:

Keep the greatest distance possible from other vehicles.

Don't worry about other drivers, focus on yourself.

Do what feels comfortable.

Do so in a way that doesn't welcome other drivers into your lane.

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Before going for a ride you should check all of the following except:

Mirror position.

Tire pressure.

Damage to the paint.

Tire tread.

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Should you wear a riding jacket if the weather is warm?

Yes, riding jackets are made to keep the rider cool, even in warm weather.

Not if the temperature is over 80 degrees.

Never.

It depends on the humidity.

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If wet road conditions create a longer stopping distance, you should:

Get off the road.

None of these are correct.

Prepare to brake aggressively.

Increase your following distance.

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In terms of lane positioning, you should divide the land into:

3 parts

2 parts

4 parts

5 parts

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As you go through a braking maneuver, the changes in traction tells you that you should:

Reduce pressure on both brakes.

Increase pressure on both brakes.

Apply more rear brake pressure and less front brake pressure.

Apply more front brake pressure and less rear brake pressure.

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Expand the distance between you and the vehicle in front of you when:

When you want to drive faster than usual.

Road conditions create greater stopping distances.

If the person in front of you is driving slowly.

When you feel drowsy.

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Motorcycles:

Can only be ridden in the state where they are registered.

Have no blind spots.

Can only be ridden safely during the day.

Have blind spots that should be routinely checked.

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In slow tight turns you should counterbalance, which means...?

Leaning your body into the turn while the motorcycle is upright.

Leaning your body against the turn.

Leaning with the motorcycle.

Staying upright and leaning the motorcycle.

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When approaching a curve your priority should be to:

Make the turn at maximum speed.

Reduce your speed.

Find the most aggressive line to make the turn.

Shift down two gears.

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You will normally find neutral where on a motorcycle?

Between 3rd and 4th gear.

After 5th gear.

Before 1st gear.

Between 1st and 2nd gear.

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Going through a curve, you should look where you want to go by turning:

Your head and shoulders.

Your entire upper body.

Only your head.

Only your eyes.

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The best time to adjust your mirrors is:

Seated on the bike before you start it.

While riding at low speeds.

Standing on your motorcycle before or after you start it.

In normal driving conditions.

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When you upshift gear, you should:

Roll off the throttle.

Roll on the throttle.

None of these are correct.

Maintain throttle.

Your score is

The average score is 83%

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How To Get an Arizona Motorcycle License

Passing the Arizona motorcycle test will take practice, and it helps if you have the right tools while you practice. This site’s Arizona motorcycle practice test is designed to assist in your studying efforts as you get ready to take the test. Each practice test is completely free and contains the same types of questions you’ll see on the actual test. The actual test consists of 30 questions (multiple choice) and you’ll need to get at least 25 right, or 83% to pass. Keep practicing until you can consistently answer at a rate that will allow you to pass the test.

Another option for earning your Arizona motorcycle license is taking a course through Team Arizona’s motorcycle school & training classes. This accredited motorcycle training school has locations across the state and offers riding coaches and courses for riders of all skill and experience levels. You can visit their website for more info on available courses and sign up for a class to go through their training courses and testing to earn your license. If you are licensed to drive a motorcycle in another state that required a skills test demonstration you will be exempt from the driver education/driving practice and instruction permit requirements. If you have questions, contact your local ADOT office using the link above.

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Arizona Motorcycle License Test Tips

This site’s focus is on assisting you in your efforts to pass the knowledge test portion of the Arizona motorcycle permit test, though there is also the on-cycle skills test as well (more on that below). The purpose of this portion of the exam is to make sure you have the requisite knowledge to safely handle yourself on a cycle before setting you loose on the nation’s highways. The types of test questions you’ll see on the test cover everything from understanding how to properly use motorcycle gear, appropriate actions while riding your motorcycle, as well as a knowledge of safety statistics.

The Arizona on-cycle skills tests are conducted off street and consists of a 10-15 minute demonstration to show your ability to follow instructions and maneuver a motorcycle. You can schedule your skills test by contacting your local ADOT location. Common skills you may be asked to demonstrate during your skills test include your ability to brake and turn safely, adjust speed in traffic, and make necessary maneuvers to see and be seen by your fellow motorists.

Additional Information

Information on the Arizona Department of Motor Vehicles

The AZ DMV is responsible for testing student drivers and licensing all drivers. To schedule your licensing examination or get more information contact them via:

Website: https://azdot.gov/motor-vehicles/driver-services/motorcycle-license
Phone: 602.255.0072
Contact Form: https://apps.azdot.gov/contact_adot/

To find the office hours and / or location nearest you, please visit:
https://azdot.gov/motor-vehicles/mvd-hours-and-locations

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