New York
Motorcycle Test

Passing the New York motorcycle test will mean that you have taken the time to study for your written exam and spent hours practicing for your on-cycle skills test. This site offers a New York motorcycle practice test that will help you to prepare for the actual New York State DMV road motorcycle test. The actual test will have 20 multiple choice questions and you will need to get at least 14 correct, earning a score of 70% or higher. As you take your motorcycle practice test, keep in mind that the questions you see will be very similar to what will be on the actual test. All of the questions are based on information found in the NY State Motorcycle Operator’s Manual (MV-21MC). You can download a copy of the manual here and use this as your number one source to study. Click the "Start Test" button below to begin.

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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 with the motorcycle.

Leaning your body against the turn.

Staying upright and leaning the motorcycle.

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To stop quickly, the best method is to:

Use only your rear brakes.

Use both brakes simultaneously.

Downshift.

Use only your front brakes.

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

There is no difference in survival rates.

Three times.

Ten times.

Two times.

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

None.

Roughly three quarters.

One quarter.

Half.

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

Flash your lights to try to scare the animal.

Do anything to avoid the animal.

Stay in your lane.

Move to the next lane immediately.

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When checking tire pressure:

A visual examination is enough.

Only check tires that look low.

None of these are correct.

Use a tire gauge.

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

Ride as closely to them as possible.

Swerve toward them.

Ride in the middle of the lane.

Make hand gestures.

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

Depressing the rear brake harder.

Release the rear brake.

Quickly accelerating.

Shifting up one gear.

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

5 seconds

30 seconds

12 seconds

20 seconds

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In hot weather, wearing a riding jacket:

Can get you a ticket.

Is not advised.

Can cause exhaustion and dehydration.

Can help protect against heat exhaustion and dehydration.

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The best way to learn motorcycle maintenance is to:

Figuring it out on your own.

Read the owner's manual.

Internet research.

Ask other motorcycle owners.

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

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

The reflection is darker than flat mirrors.

They provide a 180 degree view.

They make images look even closer than regular mirrors.

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

Your head and shoulders.

Only your eyes.

Only your head.

Your entire upper body.

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You should check to make sure that your brake light:

At least works with both levers at once.

Works with at least one lever.

At least works with the rear pedal.

Operates with both levers independently.

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Riding with a passenger:

Can impact the handling of a motorcycle.

Can make turning easier.

Is generally safer than riding alone.

Is illegal at night.

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

Road conditions create greater stopping distances.

When you feel drowsy.

When you want to drive faster than usual.

If the person in front of you is driving slowly.

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

Braking your clutch.

A rear wheel skid.

Losing tire pressure.

A front wheel skid.

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Which surface provides the best traction?

Dry pavement

Gravel

Brick roads

Wet pavement

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Why do motorcycles need more attention than cars?

Motorcycles have more parts than cars.

All of these reasons.

Motorcycles are poorly constructed.

Minor issues can prove fatal on motorcycles.

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

Stop as soon as possible and get some rest.

Ride slowly to remain safe.

Take deep breaths to increase your oxygen levels.

Speed up to get to your destination quickly.

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When approaching a curve your priority should be to:

Reduce your speed.

Make the turn at maximum speed.

Find the most aggressive line to make the turn.

Shift down two gears.

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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:

So you can signal to oncoming traffic.

It will give you the best chance of spotting hazards in the next lane.

All of these reasons.

The left side of the lane is the safest part of the lane.

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Shifting into a lower gear causes an effect similar to:

Using the brakes.

Hitting wet pavement.

Starting your motorcycle.

Hitting the throttle.

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

Never go below the posted speed limit.

Only ride at night.

Avoid highways.

Use your turn signals when making a lane change.

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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?

Over 90 percent

25 percent

Less than 10 percent

Over 50 percent

Your score is

The average score is 0%

3.7/5 - (3 votes)

Motorcycle License

How To Get A New York Motorcycle License

If you are a resident of New York and want to hit the roads on a motorcycle, you will need to have a Class M driver license or a motorcycle learner permit. Obtaining a learner permit is the first step in getting your Class M license from New York DMV. Besides the paperwork you’ll need to fill out, you’ll also need to take two very important tests.

These two exams are your New York State Motorcycle knowledge test and road test. Both of these exams will test your knowledge and ability to safely operate a motorcycle and understand all the rules and responsibilities that come with it. Anyone between the ages of 16-18 will need to have a Class MJ permit in order to operate a motorcycle, and must obey the restrictions with this permit. You will also be required to take both written and road tests.

As an alternative to taking the New York state Motorcycle road test, applicants also have the option to complete a New York State Motorcycle Safety Program Basic RiderCourse. Those who successfully complete this class will earn a road test waiver card and can use this when applying for their Class M motorcycle license. There are 20 training sites for interested students who want to learn or improve their motorcycle riding skills. Certified RiderCoaches will teach classroom lessons and have hands on off-street riding instruction. You can view more information on these courses here.

If you have just moved to New York and are looking to exchange your out of state motorcycle license, you can do so without having to take the written and road test again. Visit the New York DMV website for more information on the process of exchanging your license.

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New York Motorcycle License Test Tips

You can use this site to assist in preparing for your New York motorcycle written test. This portion of the exam is to make sure that you understand the information found in the motorcycle operator’s manual. All of the questions you find in this exam are centered around the manual. You’ll see questions that are relating to the type of gear you should wear on a motorcycle, how you should maneuver through traffic safely, and even some statistics on riding a motorcycle. Take your time reading through the manual so you can ace the written test.

While it’s not required, New York DMV recommends you get at least 30 hours of practice on a motorcycle, which includes 10 hours of practice in medium to high volume traffic before you schedule the on-cycle skills test. This exam will test your ability to safely handle a motorcycle on the road and follow the laws. The examiner may ask you to perform certain actions on an obstacle course or through real time traffic. Get there ahead of time to give yourself time to relax before taking the exam, which could take about 20 minutes.

Additional Information

Information on the New York Department of Motor Vehicles

The NY 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://dmv.ny.gov/driver-license/get-motorcycle-license
Phone: 518.486.9786

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

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