Germany Motorcycle Theory Test Practice 2026: Practice test 5

Practice test 5 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
During the probation period you are ordered to take a driver improvement course (Aufbauseminar). What happens to your probation period?
- Nothing changes
- It is extended by 2 years
- It ends early
- It is extended by 6 months
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Answer: B. It is extended by 2 years
When an Aufbauseminar is ordered, the probation period is extended by two years.
Question 2 of 25
Your engine is off because of the automatic start-stop system at a red light. May you hold your phone?
- No, start-stop does not count as switching off the engine
- Yes, but only to read messages
- Yes, the engine is off
- Yes, if the handbrake is on
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Answer: A. No, start-stop does not count as switching off the engine
The phone exception only applies when the engine is fully switched off, not stopped by start-stop.
Question 3 of 25
A tractor comes out of a field track on your right onto the road. Who has priority?
- You do; traffic from a field or forest track does not get right-before-left priority
- The tractor, because it is on the right
- Whoever is bigger
- Whoever arrived first
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Answer: A. You do; traffic from a field or forest track does not get right-before-left priority
Right before left does not apply to vehicles coming from field or forest tracks.
Question 4 of 25
A lane ends and traffic is moving slowly. Where should you merge (Reißverschlussverfahren)?
- Never; you must stay in your lane
- As early as possible
- Right before the point where the lane ends, taking turns
- Only when a gap of 100 m opens
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Answer: C. Right before the point where the lane ends, taking turns
With the zip method, vehicles take turns and merge directly before the narrowing begins.
Question 5 of 25
In the theory test, how often can you watch a video question before you answer?
- Up to five times
- As often as you like
- Only once
- Twice
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Answer: A. Up to five times
Video questions show a short animated traffic scene that you can play up to five times.
Question 6 of 25
How long is a class B driving licence (the right to drive) valid in Germany?
- Until age 70
- 5 years
- 10 years
- It is granted without a time limit
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Answer: D. It is granted without a time limit
Classes AM, A1, A2, A, B, BE, L and T are granted without a time limit. Lorry and bus classes are limited to five years.
Question 7 of 25
What does this sign mean?
- Low bridge
- Mine entrance: no entry
- Underground car park
- Tunnel ahead
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Answer: D. Tunnel ahead
This sign marks a tunnel. Switch on your dipped headlights and keep a safe distance.
Question 8 of 25
You are 25 and passed your test one year ago. How much alcohol may you drink before driving?
- Up to 0.5 per mille
- Up to 0.3 per mille
- None at all
- One glass of wine with a meal
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Answer: C. None at all
During the probation period there is a total alcohol ban, whatever your age.
Question 9 of 25
What does this sign mean?
- No motorway entry for trucks
- End of the motorway
- Slow lane ends
- Motorway closed: turn back
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Answer: B. End of the motorway
The red stripe ends the motorway. Normal road rules and speed limits apply again.
Question 10 of 25
What does this sign mean?
- Roundabout ahead
- No left turn
- No U-turns
- Dead end ahead
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Answer: C. No U-turns
The crossed-out U-shaped arrow means you must not turn around to go back the way you came.
Question 11 of 25
You had a minor accident with only small damage. What should you do with the vehicles?
- Leave them and walk away
- Move them out of the way without delay
- Leave them until the police arrive
- Drive home and call later
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Answer: B. Move them out of the way without delay
After stopping and securing the scene, move vehicles aside without delay if the damage is minor.
Question 12 of 25
What does this sign mean?
- No parking, but you may stop briefly, for example to let a passenger out
- Parking allowed on the left side only
- Parking for blue badge holders only
- No stopping at any time
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Answer: A. No parking, but you may stop briefly, for example to let a passenger out
One red diagonal stripe means no parking. Short stops to load or let people in and out are usually allowed.
Question 13 of 25
What does this sign mean?
- Police station
- Parking place
- Pedestrian zone
- Petrol station
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Answer: B. Parking place
The white P on blue shows where you may park. Extra plates may limit the time or the type of vehicle.
Question 14 of 25
What does this sign mean?
- Overtaking allowed on the right only
- Two-way traffic ahead
- You must not overtake other motor vehicles
- Car parking area
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Answer: C. You must not overtake other motor vehicles
The red car on the left shows the forbidden overtaking move. The ban lasts until a sign ends it.
Question 15 of 25
What is the normal minimum age for a full car licence (class B) in Germany?
- 18
- 17
- 16
- 21
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Answer: A. 18
Class B starts at 18. At 17 you can only drive with a named companion under the accompanied driving scheme.
Question 16 of 25
What is the general speed limit inside built-up areas in Germany?
- 60 km/h
- 70 km/h
- 50 km/h
- 30 km/h
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Answer: C. 50 km/h
Inside built-up areas the limit for all motor vehicles is 50 km/h unless signs say otherwise.
Question 17 of 25
What does this sign mean?
- Separate paths: cyclists on the left, pedestrians on the right
- Path shared by pedestrians and cyclists
- No pedestrians or cyclists
- Cyclists must dismount
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Answer: B. Path shared by pedestrians and cyclists
The horizontal line with people above and a bicycle below means both groups share the same path, so cyclists must take care of pedestrians.
Question 18 of 25
What does this sign mean?
- Parking for 30 minutes
- 30 km/h only on the next 30 metres
- You are entering an area where the speed limit is 30 km/h on all streets
- Minimum speed in this area is 30 km/h
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Answer: C. You are entering an area where the speed limit is 30 km/h on all streets
A zone sign applies to every street in the area until you pass the end-of-zone sign.
Question 19 of 25
How early can you take the theory test before you reach the minimum age for the licence?
- Up to 1 year before
- Up to 1 week before
- Up to 3 months before
- Not before your birthday
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Answer: C. Up to 3 months before
The theory test may be taken at the earliest three months before you reach the minimum age.
Question 20 of 25
Fog reduces visibility to less than 50 metres. What is your maximum speed?
- 30 km/h
- 50 km/h
- 60 km/h
- 80 km/h
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Answer: B. 50 km/h
When fog, snow or rain cut visibility below 50 m, you may not drive faster than 50 km/h, or slower if needed.
Question 21 of 25
What does this sign mean?
- You must turn right ahead
- No right turn
- Right lane ends
- Bend to the right
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Answer: A. You must turn right ahead
A blue disc with a white arrow is a mandatory direction. You must go the way the arrow shows.
Question 22 of 25
How long must a companion have held a class B licence for accompanied driving at 17?
- At least 5 years
- At least 10 years
- At least 2 years
- At least 1 year
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Answer: A. At least 5 years
The companion needs a valid class B (or equal EU/EEA or Swiss) licence held for at least five years.
Question 23 of 25
How many points is each theory test question worth?
- Between 1 and 3
- Between 5 and 10
- Between 2 and 5
- Always 1
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Answer: C. Between 2 and 5
Each question has a weight from 2 to 5 points, based on how important it is for safety.
Question 24 of 25
You scraped a parked car and the owner is not there. What must you do?
- Wait one minute and leave
- Leave without a note if the damage is small
- Wait a reasonable time, and if nobody comes, leave your name and address at the scene
- Drive away, because nobody saw you
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Answer: C. Wait a reasonable time, and if nobody comes, leave your name and address at the scene
You must wait as long as is reasonable. If nobody comes to take your details, leave your name and address at the scene.
Question 25 of 25
In the class B theory test for a first licence, how many error points (Fehlerpunkte) can you have and still pass?
- Up to 10
- Up to 5
- Up to 15
- Up to 20
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Answer: A. Up to 10
You may collect at most 10 error points out of 110.

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