UK Motor Cycle Driving Practice Exam

UK Motor Cycle Driving Practice Exam

The UK Motorcycle Driving Test is a structured assessment designed to ensure riders possess the necessary knowledge, skills, and road safety awareness to operate motorcycles legally and responsibly on public roads. Administered by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), the test is a mandatory requirement for obtaining a full motorcycle licence in the UK. It assesses both theoretical knowledge and practical riding abilities under various road conditions.

Who Should Take the UK Motorcycle Driving Test?

The UK Motorcycle Driving Test is intended for:

• Individuals aged 16 and above (depending on motorcycle category) who wish to ride motorcycles or mopeds legally on UK roads.
• Provisional licence holders who have completed Compulsory Basic Training (CBT).
• Riders seeking to upgrade from an A1 or A2 licence to a full Category A motorcycle licence.
• Foreign licence holders who want to obtain a UK motorcycle licence.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the UK Motorcycle Driving Test, applicants must:

• Be at least:
  • 16 years old to ride a moped (AM licence)
  • 17 years old for light motorcycles up to 125cc (A1 licence)
  • 19 years old for medium motorcycles (A2 licence)
  • 24 years old for unrestricted motorcycles (Category A) — or 21+ with 2 years of A2 experience (progressive access)
• Hold a valid UK provisional licence or full car licence.
• Successfully complete Compulsory Basic Training (CBT), which remains valid for 2 years.
• Pass the motorcycle theory test before booking the practical test (unless exempt).

Education & Preparation

No formal educational qualification is required, but applicants must:

• Undergo Compulsory Basic Training (CBT), covering motorcycle controls, road rules, on-site and on-road training.
• Study for the Motorcycle Theory Test, which includes:
  • Multiple-choice questions
  • Hazard perception videos

Motorcycle training schools offer structured pre-test training courses, which include:

• Roadcraft and defensive riding skills
• Maneuvering techniques
• Mock practical tests and hazard awareness
• Legal responsibilities and traffic signs

Exam Format

The UK Motorcycle Test consists of two parts, taken separately:

1. Theory Test

• Multiple-Choice Section
  • 50 questions (including case studies)
  • Pass mark: 43/50
  • Duration: 57 minutes
• Hazard Perception Test
  • 14 video clips with developing hazards
  • Pass mark: 44/75
  • Immediate feedback not provided

Both parts must be passed in the same session.

2. Practical Test (Module 1 and Module 2)

• Module 1 (Off-road Manoeuvres)
  • Conducted at a DVSA test centre
  • Includes:
    • Wheeling and stand usage
    • Manual handling
    • Slalom and figure of eight
    • U-turns
    • Controlled stop
    • Hazard avoidance and emergency stop
  • Duration: 20 minutes
• Module 2 (On-road Riding)
  • Includes:
    • Eye test
    • Road riding with a DVSA examiner via radio
    • Independent riding (following signs)
    • Emergency stops and hill starts
  • Duration: 40 minutes

Both modules must be passed to obtain a full motorcycle licence.

Course Outline

Training typically covers the following areas:

1. Compulsory Basic Training (CBT)

• Eye test and safety gear check

• Motorcycle controls and basic riding

• On-road riding and safety

2. Motorcycle Theory Preparation

• Rules of the road

• Highway Code

• Hazard perception skills

3. Practical Test Training

• U-turns, emergency stops, slow riding, and manual handling

• Riding on various road types, including roundabouts and dual carriageways

• Independent riding and following traffic signs