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California’s coastline just begs to be seen on the back of a motorcycle. Of course, if you want to legally ride a motorcycle along the Pacific Ocean, you’re going to need to pass the California motorcycle license test to earn your California M1 motorcycle license endorsement. In order to earn your full license endorsement, you’ll first need to obtain a motorcycle permit, and after six months you are able to apply for a full license. During your licensing process, you’ll need to pass the written portion of the DMV motorcycle test and the on-cycle knowledge test to earn your license. There is no time limit. You may not go back once you answer a question. Click the "Start Test" button below to begin. 

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A helmeted rider is how many times more likely to survive a crash than a rider not wearing a helmet?

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If you are going too fast when you downshift, you run the risk of:

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When preparing to pass a vehicle on the left, it is important to ride on the left side of your lane because:

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When braking, you should use:

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If your rear tire locks up how can you regain control of your motorcycle?

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What is the minimum amount of times you check your brake hydraulic fluid and coolant level?

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How can you encourage cars to avoid trying to share your lane?

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When approaching a curve your priority should be to:

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When checking tire pressure:

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The best way to learn motorcycle maintenance is to:

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To reduce your chances of being in a crash you should:

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

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When positioning yourself in a lane:

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When riding with a passenger, you should inform the passenger to:

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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?

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Motorcycles:

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When riding with a passenger in a sidecar you should always:

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Your handlebars should be adjusted so that they are:

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

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When should you reduce your following distance?

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

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If you get tired while riding, the best thing to do is:

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The best way to avoid a crash is to:

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Shifting into a lower gear causes an effect similar to:

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To best stay in control of a motorcycle a rider should:

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How To Get A California Motorcycle License

It’s impossible to adequately stress the importance of studying if you want to pass the California motorcycle test on your first try. This site offers practice test questions designed to assist you in your preparation for the test. The actual California motorcycle license test consists of 25 questions, and you’ll need to answer at least 20 questions correctly to earn a passing score. The questions on our California motorcycle practice test, and the actual exam are derived from the California motorcycle handbook. This document is the source of all the information you’ll need to know to pass both portions of the California motorcycle exam. If you don’t have a copy, you should download one now.

If you will be moving to California and you already have a valid out of state license with a motorcycle endorsement you will be able to forgo taking the state’s skills test. You will, however, need to show up with adequate identification to get your new state license and then pass the written test and the vision test (along with paying your licensing fee) to get your California motorcycle license.

The official motorcycle safety course in California is proctored by the California Highway Patrol and is known as the California motorcyclist Safety Program (CMSP). The CMSP offers a variety of training courses that are a mixture of classroom and riding instruction. Certain classes are mandatory for riders under the age of 21. To learn more you can visit their website.

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California Motorcycle License Test Tips

To pass the written test you’ll want to get yourself used to the format of the questions you’re going to experience on the California motorcycle test. Our practice test is an excellent tool for this. Also, as you work your way through the handbook these tests give you an opportunity to test your progress by taking a free practice test and tracking your scores. Once you can consistently score above the necessary 20 correct answers, you’ll be able to approach exam day with more confidence. Questions on this test range from understanding how to safely operate your motorcycle, use correct safety gear, and identify motorcycle safety statistics.

The California on-cycle skills tests are conducted at DMV offices around the state. If you’d like to set up an appointment for your driving test appointment you can do so at this link. If you need to find your nearest location, you can do so here: https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/dmv/dmv/offices.

You’ll be expected to display the skills to prove you are a safe and knowledgeable motorcycle operator during the exam, demonstrating skills such as controlling your speed, using the vehicle’s mirrors and brakes, quickly stopping, and creating visibility for yourself and making yourself visible to other motorists.

Additional Information

Information on the California Department of Motor Vehicles

The 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://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/dmv/?1dmy&urile=wcm:path:/dmv_content_en/dmv/about/2011mc_lic
Phone:  800.777.0133

To find the office hours and / or location nearest you, please visit:
https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/dmv/dmv/offices

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