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Louisiana Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 2026

Practice for the Louisiana OMV motorcycle knowledge test for a motorcycle endorsement. You need a score of 80% or higher to pass. These questions cover Louisiana endorsement rules and helmet law, plus safe riding skills from the Motorcycle Operator Manual.

  • Motorcycle
  • Louisiana
  • 128 questions
  • Checked October 10, 2026

Quick answer

Pass mark: 80% or higher. It is run by Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV). Practise here for free with 128 questions, each with the answer and an explanation. Checked against official sources on October 10, 2026.

Read before you practiseStart with the US Motorcycle Permit Study Guide: plain-language notes, diagrams and the numbers to remember.

  1. Question 1 of 8

    What score do you need on the Louisiana motorcycle knowledge test?
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    Answer: A. 80% or higher

    OMV policy requires a score of 80% or higher.

  2. Question 2 of 8

    What score do you need on the Louisiana motorcycle skills test?
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    Answer: B. 80% or higher

    The skills test must also be passed with 80% or higher.

  3. Question 3 of 8

    What must you hold before you can get a Louisiana motorcycle endorsement?
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    Answer: B. A valid Louisiana driver's license or learner permit

    The endorsement is added to a valid license or learner permit.

  4. Question 4 of 8

    What must the motorcycle you bring to the Louisiana skills test have?
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    Answer: D. A current license plate, insurance and inspection sticker

    The applicant provides a properly plated, insured and inspected motorcycle.

  5. Question 5 of 8

    What do Louisiana Basic Rider Course graduates skip?
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    Answer: A. The riding and written tests

    Graduates are exempt from the riding and written tests when applying for the endorsement.

  6. Question 6 of 8

    What must Louisiana Basic Rider Course students finish before the riding sessions?
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    Answer: B. A 5-hour online e-Course

    The e-Course must be completed at least one week before the riding sessions.

  7. Question 7 of 8

    Which Louisiana riders must wear a helmet?
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    Answer: A. All riders

    Louisiana has a universal helmet law.

  8. Question 8 of 8

    In Louisiana, mopeds over what power need a motorcycle endorsement?
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    Answer: C. 5 horsepower

    The endorsement covers motorized bicycles and mopeds over 5 horsepower.

What to know before the test

  • A motorcycle endorsement is required to ride a motorcycle, motor-driven cycle, or a moped over 5 horsepower.
  • You must hold a valid Louisiana driver's license or learner permit to get a motorcycle endorsement.
  • You must score 80% or higher on both the knowledge test and the skills test.
  • For the skills test you provide the motorcycle, which must have a current license plate, insurance and inspection sticker. You must wear a helmet.
  • Graduates of the state Basic Rider Course are exempt from the riding and written tests.
  • Louisiana requires all motorcycle riders to wear a helmet.

Frequently asked questions

What score do you need to pass the Louisiana motorcycle test?

80% or higher on the knowledge test. The skills test also requires 80%.

Can I skip the Louisiana motorcycle tests?

Yes. Graduates of the Louisiana State Police Basic Rider Course are exempt from the riding and written tests.

What do I need to bring to the Louisiana skills test?

A motorcycle with a current license plate, insurance and inspection sticker, and a helmet.

Does Louisiana require motorcycle helmets?

Yes. Louisiana has a universal helmet law.

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