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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.

  • Moto
  • Irlande
  • 140 questions
  • Vérifié le 10 octobre 2026

En bref

L’examen officiel comporte 40 questions. Pour réussir : 35 of 40. Durée : 45 minutes. Organisé par : Road Safety Authority (RSA). Âge minimum : 16 for an AM or A1 learner permit. Frais : €45. Entraînez-vous ici gratuitement avec 140 questions, chacune avec la réponse et une explication. Vérifié à partir des sources officielles le 10 octobre 2026.

À lire avant de vous entraînerCommencez par le guide « Ireland Motorcycle Theory Test Study Guide » : des notes en langage clair, des schémas et les chiffres à retenir.

  1. Question 1 sur 25

    What does IBT stand for in Irish motorcycle training?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: B. Initial Basic Training

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

  2. Question 2 sur 25

    Which statement about IBT is correct?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: 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. Question 3 sur 25

    Who may give you IBT lessons?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: 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. Question 4 sur 25

    How long is the IBT course for a category AM or A1 learner?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: D. 16 hours

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

  5. Question 5 sur 25

    How long is the IBT course for a learner riding a larger A2 or A motorcycle for the first time?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: B. 18 hours

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

  6. Question 6 sur 25

    How must the IBT modules for AM or A1 be completed?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: 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. Question 7 sur 25

    What do you receive when you complete IBT?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: C. A Certificate of Satisfactory Completion

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

  8. Question 8 sur 25

    When must you complete IBT?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: 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. Question 9 sur 25

    Why should you carry your IBT certificate with your learner permit?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: A. A Garda may ask to see it

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

  10. Question 10 sur 25

    You need your IBT certificate before which step?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: D. The practical driving test

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

  11. Question 11 sur 25

    Which learners must complete IBT?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: 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. Question 12 sur 25

    You did some IBT training with a person who is not an approved instructor. What happens?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: 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. Question 13 sur 25

    What must a learner motorcyclist wear to display their L plates?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: 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. Question 14 sur 25

    What colours are the L plates on a learner motorcyclist’s tabard?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: C. A red L on a white background

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

  15. Question 15 sur 25

    May a learner motorcyclist carry a pillion passenger?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: D. No

    Learner motorcyclists are not allowed to carry a pillion passenger.

  16. Question 16 sur 25

    May a learner motorcyclist ride on a motorway?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: 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. Question 17 sur 25

    For how long are learner permits generally issued?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: D. Two years

    Learner permits are generally issued for two years.

  18. Question 18 sur 25

    Under direct access, how long must you hold your motorcycle learner permit before the driving test?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: D. At least six months

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

  19. Question 19 sur 25

    What is the minimum age for a category AM (moped) learner permit?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: B. 16

    The minimum age for category AM is 16.

  20. Question 20 sur 25

    What is the minimum age for a category A1 learner permit?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: D. 16

    The minimum age for category A1 is 16.

  21. Question 21 sur 25

    What is the minimum age for a category A2 learner permit?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: B. 18

    The minimum age for category A2 is 18.

  22. Question 22 sur 25

    What is the minimum age for a category A licence by direct access?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: 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. Question 23 sur 25

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

    Réponse: C. Category A

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

  24. Question 24 sur 25

    Which motorcycles does category A1 cover?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: 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. Question 25 sur 25

    What is the power limit for a category A2 motorcycle?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: B. 35kW

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

À savoir avant l’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.

Questions fréquentes

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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