WA Motorcycle Learner Theory Test Practice 2026
In Western Australia, you sit the Computerised Theory Test (CTT) when you apply for a learner's permit to ride a LAMS motorcycle. It has 35 multiple-choice questions on the WA road rules and you need 28 correct. These questions cover WA rider licensing rules and the safe riding skills every new rider needs.
In breve
L’esame ufficiale ha 35 domande. Per superarlo: At least 28 of 35 (80%). Lo gestisce: Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure (DTMI), Western Australia. Età minima: 16. Esercitati qui gratis con 90 domande, ciascuna con la risposta e una spiegazione. Verificato sulle fonti ufficiali in data 11 ottobre 2026.
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Domanda 1 di 30
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Risposta: D. 16
You must be at least 16 years old to apply for a learner's permit for a LAMS approved motorcycle.
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Domanda 2 di 30
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Risposta: D. R-E
The R-E (restricted motorcycle) class covers LAMS approved motorcycles. R-N is for mopeds and R is unrestricted.
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Domanda 3 di 30
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Risposta: D. The New South Wales LAMS list
WA uses the NSW LAMS list. You can search it to check whether a motorcycle is approved.
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Domanda 4 di 30
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Risposta: B. 3 years
A learner's permit is valid for 3 years. After that you must reapply.
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Domanda 5 di 30
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Risposta: B. An eyesight test and the theory test
When you apply, you take an eyesight test and must pass the theory test. You also declare any medical conditions.
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Domanda 6 di 30
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Risposta: D. 35
The Computerised Theory Test has 35 multiple-choice questions.
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Domanda 7 di 30
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Risposta: C. At least 28 of 35
You need at least 28 of the 35 questions correct to pass.
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Domanda 8 di 30
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Risposta: C. Your understanding of the WA road rules
The theory test checks your understanding of the WA road rules.
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Domanda 9 di 30
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Risposta: C. A mobile phone, any other device or the Ride Safe handbook
You cannot use a mobile phone or other device, or refer to the Ride Safe handbook, during the test.
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Domanda 10 di 30
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Risposta: A. 5 years
A theory test pass is valid for 5 years.
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Domanda 11 di 30
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Risposta: A. On the front and back of the vehicle
Display L plates on the front and back of the vehicle when riding.
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Domanda 12 di 30
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Risposta: B. As a pillion passenger, in a sidecar, or on another motorcycle
In WA, the supervisor may ride as a pillion passenger, in a sidecar or on another motorcycle.
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Domanda 13 di 30
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Risposta: B. 0.00%
Learner riders must have a blood alcohol concentration of 0.00%.
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Domanda 14 di 30
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Risposta: D. At least 50
Record at least 50 supervised riding hours in the log book or Learn&Log before your Practical Driving Assessment.
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Domanda 15 di 30
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Risposta: A. At least 5
At least 5 of the 50 hours must be between sunset and sunrise.
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Domanda 16 di 30
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Risposta: A. No, they do not need logged hours
Holders of a C class licence or higher do not need to keep a log book for an R-E permit.
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Domanda 17 di 30
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Risposta: B. Kings Park
Learners may not ride in some areas, such as Kings Park.
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Domanda 18 di 30
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Risposta: C. Their learner licence is suspended or they are disqualified
Accruing 4 demerit points leads to suspension or disqualification of a learner licence.
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Domanda 19 di 30
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Risposta: C. At 16 years and 6 months or older, after holding the learner's permit for at least 6 months
You must be at least 16 years and 6 months old and have held your learner's permit for at least 6 months.
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Domanda 20 di 30
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Risposta: B. You watch traffic scenes on a computer and click when it is safe to act or to reduce risk
The computer-based test shows traffic situations. You click when it is safe to begin a manoeuvre or to act to reduce risk.
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Domanda 21 di 30
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Risposta: A. The Hazard Perception Test
You must pass the Hazard Perception Test before you take the PDA.
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Domanda 22 di 30
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Risposta: C. 5 years
A Hazard Perception Test pass is valid for 5 years.
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Domanda 23 di 30
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Risposta: D. A LAMS approved motorcycle
You must pass the PDA on a LAMS approved motorcycle.
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Domanda 24 di 30
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Risposta: D. 2 years
The provisional licence period is 2 years.
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Domanda 25 di 30
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Risposta: C. The first 6 months
Red P plates are shown for the first 6 months, then green P plates for the remaining 18 months.
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Domanda 26 di 30
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Risposta: D. Night-time riding restrictions
Night-time restrictions apply during the first 6 months on P plates.
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Domanda 27 di 30
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Risposta: B. 0.00%
Riders on P plates must keep their blood alcohol content at 0.00%.
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Domanda 28 di 30
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Risposta: A. At least 2 years
You must have held a LAMS (R-E class) licence for at least 2 years.
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Domanda 29 di 30
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Risposta: C. Riding a motorcycle over 660 cc or with a power-to-weight ratio over 150 kW/t
An R licence lets you ride motorcycles with an engine over 660 cc or a power-to-weight ratio above 150 kW/t.
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Domanda 30 di 30
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Risposta: B. A Practical Driving Assessment (PDA)
To upgrade, you apply in person and then book and pass a Practical Driving Assessment.
Tastiera: 1–4 per rispondere, Invio per la domanda successiva.
Il test reale: At least 28 of 35 (80%)
Cosa sapere prima del test
- You must be at least 16 to apply for a learner's permit to ride a LAMS approved motorcycle. The permit is valid for 3 years.
- The Computerised Theory Test has 35 multiple-choice questions on the WA road rules. You need at least 28 correct, and a pass is valid for 5 years.
- Learners ride with an approved supervisor (as a pillion, in a sidecar or on another motorcycle), show L plates front and back and have a BAC of 0.00%.
- Learners without a C class licence must log at least 50 hours of supervised riding, including 5 at night.
- You can sit the Hazard Perception Test once you are 16 years and 6 months old and have held your permit for at least 6 months. You must pass it before the PDA.
- The provisional period is 2 years: red P plates for 6 months with night-time restrictions, then green P plates for 18 months.
- After at least 2 years on an R-E licence, you can upgrade to an R licence by passing a Practical Driving Assessment.
Domande frequenti
How many questions are on the WA motorcycle theory test?
35 multiple-choice questions. You need at least 28 correct to pass.
Can I use the Ride Safe handbook during the test?
No. You cannot use the handbook, a mobile phone or any other device during the test.
Is the WA theory test timed?
The Department of Transport page we checked does not state a time limit.
Can my supervisor ride on the back of my motorcycle?
Yes. In WA an approved supervisor may ride as a pillion passenger, in a sidecar or on another motorcycle.
Do I need to log hours if I already have a car licence?
No. Holders of a C class licence or higher do not need logged hours for an R-E permit.
Fonti
- Department of Transport WA: Restricted motorcycle licence
- Department of Transport WA: Apply for your learner's permit
- Department of Transport WA: Computerised Theory Test
- Department of Transport WA: Learn to ride an approved motorbike
- Department of Transport WA: Hazard Perception Test
- Department of Transport WA: Riding on your P plates
- Department of Transport WA: Unrestricted motorcycle licence