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Ireland Motorcycle Theory Test Practice 2026

Practise for the Driver Theory Test you must pass before your first motorcycle learner permit in Ireland. The real test has 40 questions in 45 minutes, and you need 35 correct to pass. These questions cover IBT, learner permit rules, licence categories and safe riding skills.

  • Motocicleta
  • Irlanda
  • 140 preguntas
  • Revisado el 10 de octubre de 2026

Respuesta rápida

El examen oficial tiene 40 preguntas. Para aprobar: 35 of 40. Tiempo límite: 45 minutos. Lo organiza: Road Safety Authority (RSA). Edad mínima: 16 for an AM or A1 learner permit. Tasa: €45. Practica aquí gratis con 140 preguntas, cada una con la respuesta y una explicación. Contrastado con fuentes oficiales el 10 de octubre de 2026.

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  1. Pregunta 1 de 25

    What does IBT stand for in Irish motorcycle training?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. Initial Basic Training

    IBT is Initial Basic Training, the mandatory course that teaches learner motorcyclists basic riding skills.

  2. Pregunta 2 de 25

    Which statement about IBT is correct?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: A. It is a mandatory course that teaches basic riding skills to learner motorcyclists

    IBT is mandatory for learner motorcyclists and is part of the RSA’s graduated driver licensing system.

  3. Pregunta 3 de 25

    Who may give you IBT lessons?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: C. An RSA Approved IBT Instructor at an approved training centre

    By law, IBT must be given by an RSA Approved IBT Instructor at an approved training centre.

  4. Pregunta 4 de 25

    How long is the IBT course for a category AM or A1 learner?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: D. 16 hours

    For AM or A1, IBT is a 16-hour course in four modules.

  5. Pregunta 5 de 25

    How long is the IBT course for a learner riding a larger A2 or A motorcycle for the first time?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. 18 hours

    For a first-time A2 or A rider, IBT is an 18-hour course in three modules.

  6. Pregunta 6 de 25

    How must the IBT modules for AM or A1 be completed?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: D. In sequence, one after the other

    The four modules for AM or A1 are numbered 1 to 4 and must be completed in sequence.

  7. Pregunta 7 de 25

    What do you receive when you complete IBT?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: C. A Certificate of Satisfactory Completion

    The instructor records the training in your logbook and issues a Certificate of Satisfactory Completion.

  8. Pregunta 8 de 25

    When must you complete IBT?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: D. Before you ride on a public road

    You must complete IBT before going on a public road. You may not ride unsupervised before you get your certificate.

  9. Pregunta 9 de 25

    Why should you carry your IBT certificate with your learner permit?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: A. A Garda may ask to see it

    Keep the certificate with your learner permit, as a Garda may ask to see it.

  10. Pregunta 10 de 25

    You need your IBT certificate before which step?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: D. The practical driving test

    You must have your IBT certificate before you can sit your practical driving test.

  11. Pregunta 11 de 25

    Which learners must complete IBT?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: A. Those whose first motorcycle learner permit is dated on or after 6 December 2010

    IBT is mandatory for learners whose first motorcycle learner permit was dated on or after 6 December 2010.

  12. Pregunta 12 de 25

    You did some IBT training with a person who is not an approved instructor. What happens?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: A. That training does not count and must be repeated

    Only training with a currently approved IBT instructor counts. Training with anyone else must be repeated.

  13. Pregunta 13 de 25

    What must a learner motorcyclist wear to display their L plates?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: C. A yellow fluorescent tabard with L plates on the front and back

    Learner motorcyclists display L plates on the front and back of a yellow fluorescent tabard worn over their clothing.

  14. Pregunta 14 de 25

    What colours are the L plates on a learner motorcyclist’s tabard?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: C. A red L on a white background

    The L plate is a red L on a white background.

  15. Pregunta 15 de 25

    May a learner motorcyclist carry a pillion passenger?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: D. No

    Learner motorcyclists are not allowed to carry a pillion passenger.

  16. Pregunta 16 de 25

    May a learner motorcyclist ride on a motorway?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. No, not in the category they are learning

    You are not allowed to use motorways in the category of vehicle for which you are a learner.

  17. Pregunta 17 de 25

    For how long are learner permits generally issued?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: D. Two years

    Learner permits are generally issued for two years.

  18. Pregunta 18 de 25

    Under direct access, how long must you hold your motorcycle learner permit before the driving test?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: D. At least six months

    You must have held a learner permit for at least six months before you take the driving test.

  19. Pregunta 19 de 25

    What is the minimum age for a category AM (moped) learner permit?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. 16

    The minimum age for category AM is 16.

  20. Pregunta 20 de 25

    What is the minimum age for a category A1 learner permit?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: D. 16

    The minimum age for category A1 is 16.

  21. Pregunta 21 de 25

    What is the minimum age for a category A2 learner permit?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. 18

    The minimum age for category A2 is 18.

  22. Pregunta 22 de 25

    What is the minimum age for a category A licence by direct access?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. 24

    Direct access to category A is possible at 24. From 20, you can get it if you have held an A2 licence for 2 years.

  23. Pregunta 23 de 25

    You are 20 and have held a full A2 licence for two years. Which category can you now go for?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: C. Category A

    With an A2 licence held for 2 years, you can move to category A from age 20.

  24. Pregunta 24 de 25

    Which motorcycles does category A1 cover?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: D. Light motorcycles up to 125cc and 11kW

    Category A1 covers light motorcycles up to 125cc, with power up to 11kW and a power-to-weight ratio of no more than 0.1kW/kg.

  25. Pregunta 25 de 25

    What is the power limit for a category A2 motorcycle?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. 35kW

    Category A2 covers motorcycles up to 35kW, with a power-to-weight ratio of no more than 0.2kW/kg.

Qué debes saber antes del examen

  • The Driver Theory Test has 40 questions. You have 45 minutes and need 35 correct to pass. The fee for the motorcycle and moped test is €45.
  • If you have never taken a motorcycle theory test, you must pass one before your first motorcycle learner permit. The certificate is valid for two years.
  • Minimum ages: 16 for AM and A1, 18 for A2, and 24 for A by direct access, or 20 after two years on A2.
  • Initial Basic Training (IBT) is mandatory before you ride on a public road: 16 hours for AM or A1, and 18 hours for a first-time A2 or A rider.
  • Learners wear a yellow fluorescent tabard with L plates on the front and back, may not carry a pillion passenger and may not use motorways.
  • You must hold your learner permit for at least six months before the driving test. The motorcycle driving test fee is €85.

Preguntas frecuentes

How many questions are in the Irish motorcycle theory test?

40 multiple-choice questions in 45 minutes. You need 35 correct to pass.

What is IBT?

Initial Basic Training is a mandatory riding course for learner motorcyclists, given by an RSA Approved IBT Instructor. You must complete it before you ride on a public road.

What is the L-tabard?

A yellow fluorescent tabard with L plates on the front and back. Learner motorcyclists wear it over their clothing.

Can a learner motorcyclist carry a passenger in Ireland?

No. Learners may not carry a pillion passenger and may not ride on motorways.

How old must I be to ride a motorcycle in Ireland?

16 for AM (mopeds) and A1 (up to 125cc), 18 for A2, and 24 for A by direct access, or 20 after two years on A2.

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