UK Motorcycle Theory Test Practice 2026: Practice test 4

Practice test 4 of 8 for the UK Motorcycle Theory Test Practice: 25 more questions with answers and explanations.

Motorcycle
United Kingdom
190 questions
Checked October 10, 2026

Question 1 of 25
You are turning right at a junction. Where should you normally position your motorcycle?
- In the oncoming lane
- On the pavement
- Just left of the middle of the road, or in a lane marked for turning right
- Close to the left kerb
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Answer: C. Just left of the middle of the road, or in a lane marked for turning right
Rule 179: well before you turn right, take up a position just left of the middle of the road, or in the space marked for traffic turning right.
Question 2 of 25
At a roundabout, who should you normally give priority to?
- Traffic approaching from your right
- Traffic approaching from your left
- No one; you have priority
- Traffic behind you
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Answer: A. Traffic approaching from your right
Rule 185: give priority to traffic approaching from your right, unless signs or markings say otherwise.
Question 3 of 25
A traffic light has an advanced stop line for cyclists. Where must a motorcyclist stop when the light is red?
- Beside the cyclists at the second line
- Anywhere, if there are no cyclists
- At the first white stop line
- In the area reserved for cyclists
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Answer: C. At the first white stop line
Rule 178: motorists, including motorcyclists, must stop at the first white line reached if the lights are amber or red.
Question 4 of 25
May you ride in a cycle lane marked by a solid white line during its times of operation?
- Yes, if you are on a moped
- Yes, to filter past traffic
- No
- Yes, if it is empty
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Answer: C. No
Rule 140: you must not drive or park in a cycle lane marked by a solid white line during its times of operation.
Question 5 of 25
How should you cross tram tracks?
- While braking hard
- Along the rails
- At right angles, if you can
- At a shallow angle
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Answer: C. At right angles, if you can
Crossing tram rails at a shallow angle can trap your front wheel. Cross directly, at right angles.
Question 6 of 25
Which road surfaces can be very slippery for a motorcyclist, especially when wet?
- Drain covers, painted markings and oily patches
- Gravel car parks only
- Rough tarmac
- Dry concrete
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Answer: A. Drain covers, painted markings and oily patches
Rule 213 notes that riders may need to avoid uneven surfaces and obstacles such as drain covers or oily, wet or icy patches.
Question 7 of 25
Why might a motorcyclist suddenly move out from the left of the road?
- To show off
- To check the tyres
- To avoid a drain cover, pothole or oily patch
- Because the law requires it
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Answer: C. To avoid a drain cover, pothole or oily patch
Rule 213: motorcyclists may suddenly need to avoid uneven surfaces and obstacles. Leave room for this when riding near other bikes.
Question 8 of 25
In strong winds, which road users are most likely to be blown off course?
- Only cars
- Motorcyclists, cyclists and high-sided vehicles
- Only buses
- No one, if they ride slowly
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Answer: B. Motorcyclists, cyclists and high-sided vehicles
Rule 232: strong gusts can blow a cyclist, motorcyclist or car off course, and high-sided vehicles are most affected.
Question 9 of 25
On a windy day, you pass a gap between buildings or hedges. What should you expect?
- Better grip
- Nothing unusual
- Calmer air
- A sudden gust that can push you sideways
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Answer: D. A sudden gust that can push you sideways
Gaps between buildings, hedges and bridges can create sudden gusts. Be ready to correct your line.
Question 10 of 25
How much longer are stopping distances on wet roads?
- About the same
- Ten times longer
- Half as long
- At least double those on dry roads
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Answer: D. At least double those on dry roads
Rule 227: in wet weather, stopping distances will be at least double those on dry roads.
Question 11 of 25
How much longer can stopping distances be on icy roads?
- About the same
- Twice as long
- Shorter, because you ride slower
- Up to ten times longer than on dry roads
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Answer: D. Up to ten times longer than on dry roads
Rule 230: in snow and ice, stopping distances can be ten times greater than on dry roads.
Question 12 of 25
When must you use headlights in poor weather?
- Only in towns
- When visibility is seriously reduced, generally to less than 100 metres
- Only on motorways
- Only at night
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Answer: B. When visibility is seriously reduced, generally to less than 100 metres
Rule 226: you must use headlights when visibility is seriously reduced, generally when you cannot see more than 100 metres.
Question 13 of 25
Why should you take extra care on roads covered with wet leaves or mud?
- They make the engine overheat
- They improve tyre grip
- They can make the surface very slippery
- They only affect cars
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Answer: C. They can make the surface very slippery
Leaves and mud reduce grip. Slow down and avoid harsh braking or steering.
Question 14 of 25
You must ride over loose chippings or gravel. What should you do?
- Speed up to get across quickly
- Brake hard on the gravel
- Slow down beforehand and avoid harsh braking, steering or accelerating
- Lean the bike as far as possible
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Answer: C. Slow down beforehand and avoid harsh braking, steering or accelerating
Loose surfaces give little grip. Ride smoothly and keep the bike as upright as you can.
Question 15 of 25
You are dazzled by oncoming headlights at night. What should you do?
- Flash your headlight back
- Speed up to get past
- Close your eyes for a moment
- Slow down and, if necessary, stop
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Answer: D. Slow down and, if necessary, stop
You cannot react to what you cannot see. Slow down until your eyes recover, and stop if you need to.
Question 16 of 25
On a cold ride, why is staying warm important?
- It is only about comfort
- It helps the tyres grip
- It makes the engine run better
- Cold slows your reactions and makes it harder to control the bike
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Answer: D. Cold slows your reactions and makes it harder to control the bike
Cold makes you tired and slows your reactions. Wear suitable layers and protective clothing.
Question 17 of 25
How many pillion passengers may you carry on a motorcycle?
- Two, if they are children
- None, ever
- No more than one
- As many as the seat holds
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Answer: C. No more than one
Rule 85: you must not carry more than one pillion passenger.
Question 18 of 25
How must a pillion passenger sit?
- On a luggage rack
- Astride the machine, on a proper seat
- On the fuel tank
- Side-saddle
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Answer: B. Astride the machine, on a proper seat
Rule 85: the passenger must sit astride the machine on a proper seat.
Question 19 of 25
Where should a pillion passenger’s feet be?
- Hanging free
- On the exhaust
- On the footrests, facing forward
- On the ground when moving slowly
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Answer: C. On the footrests, facing forward
Rule 85: the passenger should face forward with both feet on the footrests.
Question 20 of 25
When may you carry a pillion passenger on a full licence?
- Only at night
- Only on motorways
- On any motorcycle
- Only if the motorcycle is designed to carry one
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Answer: D. Only if the motorcycle is designed to carry one
Rule 85: you must not carry a pillion passenger unless your motorcycle is designed to do so.
Question 21 of 25
In the diagram, marker 3 shows the passenger’s hands. What should a pillion passenger hold?
- The rider’s waist or the passenger grab handles
- The handlebars
- Nothing
- The rider’s shoulders
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Answer: A. The rider’s waist or the passenger grab handles
Holding the rider’s waist or the grab handles keeps the passenger secure without upsetting the rider.
Question 22 of 25
In the diagram, marker 4 shows the passenger’s feet. When should they be on the footrests?
- Only on bends
- Only when the rider asks
- Only at speed
- At all times, including when stopped
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Answer: D. At all times, including when stopped
The passenger keeps their feet on the footrests. The rider supports the bike when it stops.
Question 23 of 25
How should a pillion passenger behave in bends?
- Sit stiffly upright
- Lean with the rider
- Lean the other way
- Put a foot down
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Answer: B. Lean with the rider
A passenger who leans with the rider makes the bike easier to control.
Question 24 of 25
You are carrying a pillion passenger. What might you need to change?
- Tyre pressures and suspension, as the handbook says
- Nothing at all
- Remove the mirrors
- Lower the handlebars
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Answer: A. Tyre pressures and suspension, as the handbook says
The extra weight changes handling. Check the handbook for tyre pressures and suspension settings, and allow more time to stop.
Question 25 of 25
Where should you carry heavy luggage on a motorcycle?
- Hanging from the handlebars
- High on the pillion seat
- On one side only
- Low down and as near the centre of the bike as you can, without overloading it
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Answer: D. Low down and as near the centre of the bike as you can, without overloading it
Heavy loads carried high or to one side affect balance. Keep them low and central, and do not exceed the load limits.

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