Germany Motorcycle Theory Test Practice 2026: Practice test 2

Practice test 2 of 7 for the Germany Motorcycle Theory Test Practice: 25 more questions with answers and explanations.

Motorcycle
Germany
180 questions
Checked October 11, 2026

Question 1 of 25
Does the German winter tyre rule apply to motorcycles?
- Yes, but only for passengers
- Yes, always from October to Easter
- Only on motorways
- No, single-track vehicles are exempt
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Answer: D. No, single-track vehicles are exempt
Single-track motor vehicles are exempt from the winter tyre rule, but you must still ride to suit the conditions.
Question 2 of 25
What is the speed limit on a motorway for a motorcycle towing a trailer?
- 130 km/h
- 100 km/h
- 80 km/h
- 60 km/h
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Answer: D. 60 km/h
Motorcycles with a trailer are limited to 60 km/h on motorways.
Question 3 of 25
May you ride a moped that is built to go at only 45 km/h on the motorway?
- No, only vehicles built to go faster than 60 km/h may use it
- Yes, with hazard lights on
- Yes, in the right lane
- Yes, on the hard shoulder
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Answer: A. No, only vehicles built to go faster than 60 km/h may use it
Motorways and expressways are only for motor vehicles with a design speed above 60 km/h.
Question 4 of 25
Traffic on the motorway has stopped and a Rettungsgasse has formed. May you ride through it on your motorcycle?
- Yes, motorcycles are narrow enough
- No, it is only for police and emergency vehicles
- Yes, at walking speed
- Yes, if you have a passenger
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Answer: B. No, it is only for police and emergency vehicles
The emergency corridor is kept free for police and rescue vehicles.
Question 5 of 25
How much side distance must you leave when overtaking a cyclist on a country road?
- At least 2 metres
- At least 0.5 metres
- At least 1 metre
- At least 1.5 metres
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Answer: A. At least 2 metres
Motor vehicles, including motorcycles, must leave at least 2 m outside built-up areas and 1.5 m inside.
Question 6 of 25
You are 22 and passed your motorcycle test last year. How much alcohol may you drink before riding?
- One small beer
- None at all
- Up to 0.3 per mille
- Up to 0.5 per mille
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Answer: B. None at all
During the probation period, and for anyone under 21, there is a total alcohol ban.
Question 7 of 25
May you cover your face while riding so you cannot be recognised?
- Only at night
- Yes, with a scarf in winter
- Yes, always
- No, but a helmet is allowed
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Answer: D. No, but a helmet is allowed
Drivers must not hide their face so they cannot be recognised. Wearing a required helmet is an exception.
Question 8 of 25
You want to lean the motorcycle into a right-hand bend at speed. What do you do with the handlebars?
- Pull hard on both grips
- Press forward on the left grip
- Press gently forward on the right grip
- Keep the handlebars completely still
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Answer: C. Press gently forward on the right grip
This is countersteering: pressing the right grip forward makes the bike lean and turn right at speed.
Question 9 of 25
Where should you look when riding through a bend?
- At oncoming traffic only
- At the road just in front of the wheel
- At the edge line
- Through the bend, towards where you want to go
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Answer: D. Through the bend, towards where you want to go
The motorcycle tends to go where you look, so look well ahead through the bend.
Question 10 of 25
When is the best time to brake for a bend?
- Braking is never needed for bends
- Before the bend, while the bike is upright
- Only at the exit of the bend
- In the middle of the bend
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Answer: B. Before the bend, while the bike is upright
Brake while upright before the bend; braking hard while leaned over can make the tyres lose grip.
Question 11 of 25
In a normal stop on a dry road, how should you brake?
- Use only the front brake
- Use the engine only
- Use both brakes, with the front brake doing most of the work
- Use only the rear brake
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Answer: C. Use both brakes, with the front brake doing most of the work
Weight moves forward when braking, so the front brake gives most of the stopping power; use both together.
Question 12 of 25
What does ABS do on a motorcycle?
- It stops the wheels from locking under hard braking
- It shortens every stop on ice
- It replaces the front brake
- It lets you brake hard while leaning without risk
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Answer: A. It stops the wheels from locking under hard braking
ABS prevents wheel lock, which helps you keep control, but it does not remove the limits of grip.
Question 13 of 25
Which of these surfaces is most slippery for a motorcycle when wet?
- New dry asphalt
- Painted road markings and metal covers
- Clean concrete in sunshine
- Dry rough asphalt
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Answer: B. Painted road markings and metal covers
Paint, metal covers, wet leaves and tram rails give much less grip in the wet.
Question 14 of 25
It starts raining after a long dry spell. Why should you take extra care in the first minutes?
- The brakes stop working
- Visibility always improves
- Oil and dirt on the road mix with water and make it very slippery
- The tyres get warmer
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Answer: C. Oil and dirt on the road mix with water and make it very slippery
The first rain lifts oil and dirt to the surface, so grip drops sharply.
Question 15 of 25
How should a group of motorcycles normally ride on a road with one lane in each direction?
- In single file with no gaps
- Side by side in pairs
- In a staggered line, not side by side
- Bunched closely together
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Answer: C. In a staggered line, not side by side
A staggered formation gives each rider more space and a better view.
Question 16 of 25
Why should motorcyclists wear bright or reflective clothing?
- To keep cool in summer
- Because it is required by law
- To reduce wind noise
- So other road users see them earlier
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Answer: D. So other road users see them earlier
Motorcycles are small and easy to miss; bright clothing helps others see you.
Question 17 of 25
Why should you wear protective motorcycle clothing even on short trips in summer?
- It makes the bike faster
- A fall can happen on any trip, and the clothing protects your skin and joints
- It is only needed on motorways
- It is only for racing
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Answer: B. A fall can happen on any trip, and the clothing protects your skin and joints
Abrasion-resistant clothing, gloves and boots protect you in any fall, however short the trip.
Question 18 of 25
You will carry a passenger and luggage. What should you check?
- Only the horn
- Only the fuel level
- Tyre pressure and suspension settings in the owner's manual
- Nothing; the bike adjusts itself
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Answer: C. Tyre pressure and suspension settings in the owner's manual
Extra load changes handling; adjust tyre pressure and suspension as the manual says.
Question 19 of 25
How should a pillion passenger behave in bends?
- Put a foot down in tight bends
- Lean with the rider and keep their feet on the footrests
- Sit upright and stay stiff
- Lean the opposite way to balance the bike
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Answer: B. Lean with the rider and keep their feet on the footrests
A passenger who moves with the rider keeps the bike stable.
Question 20 of 25
You ride over a bridge on a windy day. What should you expect?
- Stronger brakes
- Sudden side gusts that push the motorcycle
- Less traffic
- Better grip than normal
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Answer: B. Sudden side gusts that push the motorcycle
Bridges, gaps between buildings and passing lorries can cause strong side winds.
Question 21 of 25
You overtake a large lorry on the motorway. What may you feel as you pass it?
- Nothing different
- Air turbulence that can move the motorcycle
- A sudden increase in grip
- Your brakes getting weaker
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Answer: B. Air turbulence that can move the motorcycle
Large vehicles create turbulence and wind shadow, which can move a motorcycle.
Question 22 of 25
What should you check regularly on a chain-driven motorcycle?
- Chain tension and lubrication
- Nothing; chains never wear
- The air in the chain
- The chain colour
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Answer: A. Chain tension and lubrication
A slack, dry or worn chain can jump off or break; check it as the manual says.
Question 23 of 25
Your helmet visor is fogging up. What is a safe solution?
- Wipe it with a wet glove while riding fast
- Take the helmet off
- Ride with your eyes half closed
- Use an anti-fog insert or open the visor slightly
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Answer: D. Use an anti-fog insert or open the visor slightly
A clear view is vital; anti-fog inserts or a small gap let moist air out.
Question 24 of 25
A car is waiting at a side road to pull out in front of you. What is the safest thinking?
- The driver has surely seen you
- Sound the horn and keep your speed
- The driver may not have seen you, so be ready to brake
- Speed up to pass quickly
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Answer: C. The driver may not have seen you, so be ready to brake
Drivers often fail to see motorcycles at junctions; slow down and be ready to stop.
Question 25 of 25
Why should you not ride in a car driver's blind spot?
- It is the best place for visibility
- The driver may change lanes without seeing you
- You will use more fuel
- It shortens your stopping distance
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Answer: B. The driver may change lanes without seeing you
Stay where drivers can see you in their mirrors.

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