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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
  • Irlanda
  • 140 domande
  • Verificato: 10 ottobre 2026

In breve

L’esame ufficiale ha 40 domande. Per superarlo: 35 of 40. Tempo a disposizione: 45 minuti. Lo gestisce: Road Safety Authority (RSA). Età minima: 16 for an AM or A1 learner permit. Costo: €45. Esercitati qui gratis con 140 domande, ciascuna con la risposta e una spiegazione. Verificato sulle fonti ufficiali in data 10 ottobre 2026.

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  1. Domanda 1 di 25

    What does IBT stand for in Irish motorcycle training?
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    Risposta: B. Initial Basic Training

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

  2. Domanda 2 di 25

    Which statement about IBT is correct?
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    Risposta: 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. Domanda 3 di 25

    Who may give you IBT lessons?
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    Risposta: 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. Domanda 4 di 25

    How long is the IBT course for a category AM or A1 learner?
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    Risposta: D. 16 hours

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

  5. Domanda 5 di 25

    How long is the IBT course for a learner riding a larger A2 or A motorcycle for the first time?
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    Risposta: B. 18 hours

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

  6. Domanda 6 di 25

    How must the IBT modules for AM or A1 be completed?
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    Risposta: 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. Domanda 7 di 25

    What do you receive when you complete IBT?
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    Risposta: C. A Certificate of Satisfactory Completion

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

  8. Domanda 8 di 25

    When must you complete IBT?
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    Risposta: 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. Domanda 9 di 25

    Why should you carry your IBT certificate with your learner permit?
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    Risposta: A. A Garda may ask to see it

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

  10. Domanda 10 di 25

    You need your IBT certificate before which step?
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    Risposta: D. The practical driving test

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

  11. Domanda 11 di 25

    Which learners must complete IBT?
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    Risposta: 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. Domanda 12 di 25

    You did some IBT training with a person who is not an approved instructor. What happens?
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    Risposta: 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. Domanda 13 di 25

    What must a learner motorcyclist wear to display their L plates?
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    Risposta: 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. Domanda 14 di 25

    What colours are the L plates on a learner motorcyclist’s tabard?
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    Risposta: C. A red L on a white background

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

  15. Domanda 15 di 25

    May a learner motorcyclist carry a pillion passenger?
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    Risposta: D. No

    Learner motorcyclists are not allowed to carry a pillion passenger.

  16. Domanda 16 di 25

    May a learner motorcyclist ride on a motorway?
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    Risposta: 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. Domanda 17 di 25

    For how long are learner permits generally issued?
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    Risposta: D. Two years

    Learner permits are generally issued for two years.

  18. Domanda 18 di 25

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

    Risposta: D. At least six months

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

  19. Domanda 19 di 25

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

    Risposta: B. 16

    The minimum age for category AM is 16.

  20. Domanda 20 di 25

    What is the minimum age for a category A1 learner permit?
    Mostra la risposta

    Risposta: D. 16

    The minimum age for category A1 is 16.

  21. Domanda 21 di 25

    What is the minimum age for a category A2 learner permit?
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    Risposta: B. 18

    The minimum age for category A2 is 18.

  22. Domanda 22 di 25

    What is the minimum age for a category A licence by direct access?
    Mostra la risposta

    Risposta: 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. Domanda 23 di 25

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

    Risposta: C. Category A

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

  24. Domanda 24 di 25

    Which motorcycles does category A1 cover?
    Mostra la risposta

    Risposta: 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. Domanda 25 di 25

    What is the power limit for a category A2 motorcycle?
    Mostra la risposta

    Risposta: B. 35kW

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

Cosa sapere prima del test

  • 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.

Domande frequenti

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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