Ireland Motorcycle Theory Test Practice 2026: Practice test 2

1. Question 1 of 25

   Which vehicles does category AM cover?

   • AMotorcycles up to 125cc
   • BBicycles
   • CAll motorcycles
   • DMopeds with a top design speed over 25 km/h and up to 45 km/h
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   Answer: D. Mopeds with a top design speed over 25 km/h and up to 45 km/h

   Category AM covers mopeds and three-wheeled vehicles with a top design speed above 25 km/h and up to 45 km/h, and light quadricycles.

2. Question 2 of 25

   What happened to the old category M (moped) on 19 January 2013?

   • AIt became category AM
   • BIt became category B
   • CIt was removed with no replacement
   • DIt became category A1
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   Answer: A. It became category AM

   Category M became category AM on 19 January 2013. The machines and test type did not change.

3. Question 3 of 25

   For the A1 driving test, what size motorcycle must you present?

   • AAt least 400cc
   • BExactly 50cc
   • CAt least 115cc and no more than 125cc
   • DAny moped
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   Answer: C. At least 115cc and no more than 125cc

   You must present for the A1 test on a motorcycle of at least 115cc and no more than 125cc.

4. Question 4 of 25

   You have held a full A1 licence for two years. How can you get a full A2 licence without another practical test?

   • AYou cannot; a test is always needed
   • BComplete the A2 progression module of IBT
   • CPass the theory test again
   • DWait one more year
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   Answer: B. Complete the A2 progression module of IBT

   With a full A1 licence held for two years, completing the IBT progression module on an A2 motorcycle gives you a full A2 licence without a practical test.

5. Question 5 of 25

   How many times can you use progressive access by training only?

   • ANever
   • BTwice
   • CAs many times as you like
   • DOnce, for either A2 or A
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   Answer: D. Once, for either A2 or A

   Progressive access by training can be used only once. If you used it for A2, you need a practical test for category A.

6. Question 6 of 25

   When must you pass the motorcycle Driver Theory Test?

   • AAfter your driving test
   • BOnly if you want to carry passengers
   • CBefore your IBT certificate expires
   • DBefore you get your first motorcycle learner permit
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   Answer: D. Before you get your first motorcycle learner permit

   If you have never taken a motorcycle theory test, you must pass one before your first motorcycle learner permit.

7. Question 7 of 25

   How many questions are in the Driver Theory Test for motorcycles?

   • A30
   • B50
   • C40
   • D35
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   Answer: C. 40

   The car and bike Driver Theory Test has 40 questions.

8. Question 8 of 25

   How many correct answers do you need to pass the Driver Theory Test?

   • A28 out of 40
   • B30 out of 40
   • C35 out of 40
   • D40 out of 40
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   Answer: C. 35 out of 40

   The pass mark is 35 out of 40.

9. Question 9 of 25

   How long do you have to complete the Driver Theory Test?

   • A30 minutes
   • B57 minutes
   • C45 minutes
   • D60 minutes
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   Answer: C. 45 minutes

   You have 45 minutes to complete the test.

10. Question 10 of 25

    After you pass the Driver Theory Test, how long is your certificate valid for?

    • ATwo years
    • BFive years
    • CFor life
    • DSix months
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    Answer: A. Two years

    The certificate is valid for two years. Apply for your first learner permit within that time.

11. Question 11 of 25

    In which languages can you take the motorcycle Driver Theory Test?

    • AIrish only
    • BEnglish and Irish
    • CAny EU language
    • DEnglish only
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    Answer: B. English and Irish

    Tests for categories A, B, C and D are available in English and Irish.

12. Question 12 of 25

    What is the blood alcohol limit for a learner motorcyclist in Ireland?

    • AThere is no limit for motorcyclists
    • B20 mg per 100 ml of blood
    • C50 mg per 100 ml of blood
    • D80 mg per 100 ml of blood
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    Answer: B. 20 mg per 100 ml of blood

    Learner drivers and riders are specified drivers, with a lower limit of 20 mg per 100 ml of blood.

13. Question 13 of 25

    A learner whose first learner permit was granted on or after 1 August 2014 gets how many penalty points before disqualification?

    • A20
    • B12
    • C7
    • D3
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    Answer: C. 7

    Learner and novice drivers whose first learner permit was granted on or after 1 August 2014 are disqualified at 7 points.

14. Question 14 of 25

    What is the only thing that lowers the alcohol in your blood?

    • ATime
    • BFresh air while riding
    • CCoffee
    • DA cold shower
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    Answer: A. Time

    Your body removes alcohol slowly. Coffee, cold water or fresh air do not speed it up.

15. Question 15 of 25

    A medicine you took warns that it may cause drowsiness. What should you do before riding?

    • ARide with your hazard lights on
    • BCheck the label and with your pharmacist, and do not ride if it affects you
    • CRide only at night
    • DDrink coffee and ride
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    Answer: B. Check the label and with your pharmacist, and do not ride if it affects you

    Some medicines can affect your ability to ride safely. Read the label and ask your doctor or pharmacist.

16. Question 16 of 25

    Who must wear a helmet on a motorcycle in Ireland?

    • AOnly the rider
    • BOnly on motorways
    • CThe rider and any passenger
    • DOnly riders under 18
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    Answer: C. The rider and any passenger

    Motorcyclists and their passengers must wear a helmet.

17. Question 17 of 25

    Item 1 in the diagram is a full-face helmet. Why does it give the most protection?

    • AIt is the lightest type
    • BIt lets in the most air
    • CIt covers your chin and face as well as your head
    • DIt does not need a strap
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    Answer: C. It covers your chin and face as well as your head

    A full-face helmet protects your face and chin as well as your head.

18. Question 18 of 25

    Item 6 in the diagram shows boots. What kind of footwear should you wear to ride?

    • AWellingtons
    • BStrong boots that cover your ankles
    • CTrainers
    • DSandals
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    Answer: B. Strong boots that cover your ankles

    Strong boots that cover the ankles protect your feet and give grip when you stop.

19. Question 19 of 25

    Item 4 in the diagram shows gloves. What should you look for in riding gloves?

    • AFull-fingered gloves made for motorcycling
    • BFingerless gloves
    • CThin woollen gloves
    • DNo gloves
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    Answer: A. Full-fingered gloves made for motorcycling

    Motorcycle gloves protect your hands in a fall and from cold, which helps you keep control.

20. Question 20 of 25

    How can you help other road users see you in daylight?

    • ARide without lights
    • BRide close to the kerb
    • CWear dark clothing
    • DWear bright or fluorescent clothing
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    Answer: D. Wear bright or fluorescent clothing

    Bright and fluorescent colours make you easier to see in daylight.

21. Question 21 of 25

    What should you wear to be seen at night?

    • AA tinted visor
    • BFluorescent clothing only
    • CReflective clothing or strips
    • DDark clothing
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    Answer: C. Reflective clothing or strips

    Reflective material shines back in other vehicles’ headlights, so drivers can see you from further away.

22. Question 22 of 25

    Why should you keep your visor clean and free of scratches?

    • ADirt and scratches blur your view, especially at night and in rain
    • BIt makes no difference
    • CIt keeps your helmet cooler
    • DClean visors are required for road tax
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    Answer: A. Dirt and scratches blur your view, especially at night and in rain

    A dirty or scratched visor scatters light and makes it harder to see hazards.

23. Question 23 of 25

    Why should a rider wear protective clothing even on short trips?

    • AIt is only needed on motorways
    • BIt makes the motorcycle faster
    • CIt protects your skin in a fall, which can happen on any trip
    • DIt is only needed in winter
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    Answer: C. It protects your skin in a fall, which can happen on any trip

    Crashes can happen at any speed and on any trip. Protective clothing reduces injuries.

24. Question 24 of 25

    At what point should you check your tyre pressures?

    • AOnly at a service
    • BOnly when a tyre looks flat
    • CRight after a long ride
    • DWhen the tyres are cold
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    Answer: D. When the tyres are cold

    Check pressures cold, using the figures in your handbook. Warm tyres give a higher reading.

25. Question 25 of 25

    What should you check on your bike’s drive chain?

    • AThat it is as tight as possible
    • BThat it is dry
    • CThe correct slack and lubrication
    • DNothing
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    Answer: C. The correct slack and lubrication

    A badly adjusted or dry chain can wear quickly or come off. Follow your handbook.

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