Hawaii
Motorcycle Test

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To get you ready for the knowledge portion of the exam you gotta practice with our tests. These tests are designed in much the same way as the one you’ll take in the DMV. They consist of multiple choice questions that will ask you about basic traffic regulations along with the safe motorcycle techniques. Make sure to read through the Hawaii Motorcycle Operator Manual which can be picked up at a DMV or downloaded online. If you fail our practice test don't worry because you can take it as many times as necessary. Click the "Start Test" button below to begin your practice test.

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If operating a three-wheeled motorcycle or riding with a sidecar, avoid the far side of the right lane because:

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

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

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Your lane position should allow you to:

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To stop quickly, the best method is to:

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Cold medicine and other over the counter drugs:

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When positioning yourself in a lane:

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How much of a motorcycle's braking power does the front brake provide?

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The best way to avoid a crash is 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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When braking, you should use:

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Brightly-colored helmets:

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The best way to learn motorcycle maintenance is to:

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When approaching an intersection:

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A pre-ride inspection should be done:

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Motorcycles:

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Your handlebars should be adjusted so that they are:

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If braking in a curve:

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In a motorcycle and car crash, the blame usually falls on:

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

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

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When you upshift gear, you should:

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The gear shift lever is located:

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

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Motorcycle License

How To Get A Hawaii Motorcycle License

A driving a motorcycle can be freeing and fun but without the proper credentials can also be a felony. In Hawaii, a class 2 license is needed to operate a motorcycle and moped. Getting this endorsement is a matter of passing both a written and skills portion of the test. Anyone applying for this must have a current driver's license, a clean driving record, and successfully pass an eye screening. Once the motorcycle written test is completed you will be rewarded an instructional permit that allows you to practice driving on a motorcycle with some restrictions. Those under the age of 18 must hold a class 1 or 2 permits for a minimum of 90 days along with a Behind the Wheel Motorcycle and Driver Education Certificate before applying for the skills portion of the exam. Applicants must provide a motorcycle, a safety inspection form, and insurance card before the skills test.

If you are unsure that you can pass the skills portion of the exam you can go through one of the many motorcycle safety courses. These courses offer hands-on experience with a certified instructor. These classes will start from the basics like how a motorcycle operates, what the controls do, and shifting. More advanced skills like swerving, quick turns, quick breaking, and so forth will be shown in consecutive classes. In order to register for one of these classes, you'll need to pass the knowledge portion of the exam and hold a category 2 driver's permit.

If you just moved in from another state and already have a motorcycle endorsement you may be eligible for a waiver of the testing. Check with your local DMV for more information.

Motorcycle Test

Hawaii Motorcycle License Test Tips

The first part of getting your type 2 license in Hawaii is making sure you are familiar with everything related to motorcycles. Based on the operator's manual, expect to get a series of questions related to basic vehicle control, what gear to wear, along with safe traffic skills. Other parts tangentially related to driving a motorcycle are included as well like alcohol and drug use and dangerous weather conditions. 21 of the 25 questions on this test must be answered correctly before you will be awarded a motorcycle learner's permit. If you use the associated user's manual with this website you can set yourself up for an easy passing grade.

Once you have proven that you have basic knowledge on how to operate a motorcycle safely you then have to show it. In the on-cycle skills test, you will be marked on basic motorcycle operations to prove you can drive one on the road. Taking only 20 minutes, the examiner will ask you a series of skills you have to do which includes accelerating, braking, swerving, and u-turns. Be expected to bring the motorcycle, safe riding gear like long sleeves, pants, and a helmet, along with any paperwork necessary. These tests are administered by the Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) with sites all over the state.

Additional Information

Information on the Hawaii Division 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:  http://www.honolulu.gov/csd/dllicense.html
Phone:  808.768.9100

To find the office hours and / or location nearest you, please visit:
http://www.honolulu.gov/cms-csd-menu/site-csd-sitearticles/26204-services-and-locations-listings.html

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