New York Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 2026
Practice for the New York DMV motorcycle written test, which is based on the Motorcycle Manual and the Driver's Manual. These questions cover New York permit supervision, waivers, equipment and lane rules, plus safe riding skills.
In breve
Lo gestisce: New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Esercitati qui gratis con 135 domande, ciascuna con la risposta e una spiegazione. Verificato sulle fonti ufficiali in data 10 ottobre 2026.
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Domanda 1 di 15
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Risposta: D. At least 21
The supervising driver must hold a valid motorcycle license and be at least 21.
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Domanda 2 di 15
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Risposta: B. Within one-quarter mile
The supervisor must stay within one-quarter mile and within sight.
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Domanda 3 di 15
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Risposta: C. Only the supervising rider
Only the supervisor may be a passenger.
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Domanda 4 di 15
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Risposta: D. At least 30 hours, with 10 in moderate to heavy traffic
The manual recommends at least 30 hours of practice.
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Domanda 5 di 15
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Risposta: A. When you hold another license and a permit and complete an approved MSF Basic RiderCourse
The DMV waives the road test for these course graduates.
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Domanda 6 di 15
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Risposta: A. All operators and passengers
Helmets meeting FMVSS 218 are required for everyone.
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Domanda 7 di 15
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Risposta: A. Yes
Approved eye protection is required even with a windshield.
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Domanda 8 di 15
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Risposta: D. ANSI Z87.1
Eye protection must conform to ANSI Z87.1.
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Domanda 9 di 15
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Risposta: D. One, on a permanent rear seat
Only one passenger is allowed, and the passenger seat must be in the rear.
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Domanda 10 di 15
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Risposta: D. At all times on the road
The headlight and rear light must be on at all times.
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Domanda 11 di 15
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Risposta: C. No higher than the operator's shoulders
Handlebars may be no higher than shoulder height.
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Domanda 12 di 15
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Risposta: D. Only one other motorcycle
Lane sharing is permitted only for two motorcycles.
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Domanda 13 di 15
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Risposta: A. No
Riding between lanes, or between traffic and parked cars, is prohibited.
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Domanda 14 di 15
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Risposta: D. A junior motorcycle license
Class MJ is the motorcycle junior operator's license, subject to graduated license rules.
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Domanda 15 di 15
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Risposta: A. At least every 12 months
Inspections are required at least every 12 months at a licensed station.
Tastiera: 1–4 per rispondere, Invio per la domanda successiva.
Cosa sapere prima del test
- A motorcycle learner permit holder must be supervised by a licensed motorcyclist at least 21 years old who stays within one-quarter mile.
- Only the supervising rider may ride as a passenger with a learner permit holder.
- If you already hold another class of license and a motorcycle learner permit, the road test is waived when you complete an MSF Basic RiderCourse with an approved New York provider.
- All operators and passengers must wear helmets that meet federal standard FMVSS 218. Operators must wear approved eye protection, even with a windshield.
- Lane sharing is permitted only for two motorcycles. Riding between lanes of traffic is prohibited.
- Motorcycles must be inspected at least every 12 months.
Domande frequenti
Who can supervise a New York motorcycle permit holder?
A licensed motorcyclist at least 21 years old who stays within one-quarter mile and within sight.
Can I skip the New York motorcycle road test?
If you already hold another class of license and a motorcycle permit, completing an MSF Basic RiderCourse with an approved New York provider waives the road test.
Is eye protection required in New York?
Yes. All operators must wear approved eye protection, even if the motorcycle has a windshield.
Is lane splitting legal in New York?
No. Riding between lanes of traffic is prohibited. Two motorcycles may share one lane.
What is a Class MJ license?
The junior motorcycle license for riders under the graduated license rules.