How many questions are in the German motorcycle theory test?

30 questions if it is your first licence. If you already have a licence in another class, such as a car licence, you get 20 questions.

What is the pass mark for the motorcycle theory test?

You pass with no more than 10 error points out of 110 on a first licence, or 6 out of 72 if you already hold another class. Two wrong 5-point questions always mean a fail. Our mock uses 27 correct out of 30.

Do I need a new theory test to move from A2 to A?

No. After holding A2 for at least 2 years, you only need a practical test to get class A.

Can I ride a 125 cc motorcycle with my car licence in Germany?

Only with key number 196. You must be at least 25, have held class B for 5 years and complete a training course. It is valid only inside Germany.

How much time do you have for the motorcycle theory test?

The regulation does not publish one fixed time limit. TÜV NORD says candidates usually have about 30 to 45 minutes. Our mock exam is untimed.

Germany Motorcycle Theory Test Practice 2026

Vraag 1 van 25

What is the minimum age for a class AM licence (mopeds) in Germany?

14
16
15
17

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Antwoord: C. 15

Class AM starts at 15. Until 16 it is only valid in Germany.

Vraag 2 van 25

What is the minimum age for a class A1 licence?

16
15
18
17

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Antwoord: A. 16

Class A1 (light motorcycles) starts at 16.

Vraag 3 van 25

Which motorcycles does class A1 cover?

Up to 35 kW and 0.2 kW per kg
Up to 125 cc, up to 11 kW, and up to 0.1 kW per kg
Any motorcycle up to 250 cc
Up to 50 cc and 45 km/h

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Antwoord: B. Up to 125 cc, up to 11 kW, and up to 0.1 kW per kg

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

Vraag 4 van 25

What is the minimum age for a class A2 licence?

20
18
21
16

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Antwoord: B. 18

Class A2 starts at 18.

Vraag 5 van 25

What is the maximum engine power for a motorcycle in class A2?

25 kW
11 kW
50 kW
35 kW

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Antwoord: D. 35 kW

A2 motorcycles may have up to 35 kW and a power-to-weight ratio of up to 0.2 kW/kg.

Vraag 6 van 25

A motorcycle has been restricted to 35 kW. Under class A2, what is the most power the original model may have had?

100 kW
50 kW
70 kW
There is no limit

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Antwoord: C. 70 kW

An A2 motorcycle must not be derived from a model with more than 70 kW.

Vraag 7 van 25

What is the minimum age for a class A licence with direct access (without holding A2 first)?

21
18
24
20

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Antwoord: C. 24

Direct access to class A motorcycles is from 24.

Vraag 8 van 25

You have held class A2 for two years. From what age can you get class A?

24
21
18
20

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Antwoord: D. 20

With at least two years of A2, class A is possible from 20.

Vraag 9 van 25

You have held class A2 for two years and want class A. Which tests do you need?

No test at all
Both theory and practical tests
Only a practical test
Only a theory test

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Antwoord: C. Only a practical test

Moving up from A1 to A2 or A2 to A after two years needs only a practical test.

Vraag 10 van 25

Key number 196 lets car drivers ride light motorcycles in Germany. What is the minimum age?

30
25
21
18

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Antwoord: B. 25

The key number 196 can only be added from age 25.

Vraag 11 van 25

For key number 196, how long must you have held a class B licence?

At least 1 year
At least 5 years
At least 10 years
At least 2 years

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Antwoord: B. At least 5 years

You need at least five years of class B.

Vraag 12 van 25

Where is a key number 196 entitlement valid?

Worldwide
Only in Germany
In all EU countries
In Germany, Austria and Switzerland

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Antwoord: B. Only in Germany

The 196 entitlement to ride light motorcycles only applies inside Germany.

Vraag 13 van 25

What must you complete to get key number 196 on a class B licence?

Driver training at a driving school
A first aid course only
Only an eye test
A full A1 theory and practical test

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Antwoord: A. Driver training at a driving school

Key number 196 needs a training course with proof of completion, but no test.

Vraag 14 van 25

How many questions are in the theory test for a first motorcycle licence (no other licence held)?

40
20
50
30

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Antwoord: D. 30

A first licence in classes AM, A1, A2 or A has 30 questions worth 110 points.

Vraag 15 van 25

You already hold a car licence and take the theory test for a motorcycle class. How many questions do you get?

40, with at most 12 error points
20, with at most 6 error points
10, with no errors allowed
30, with at most 10 error points

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Antwoord: B. 20, with at most 6 error points

For an extension to a further class, the test has 20 questions worth 72 points, and up to 6 error points are allowed.

Vraag 16 van 25

In a first motorcycle theory test, what is the most error points you can have and still pass?

5
10
6
15

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Antwoord: B. 10

Up to 10 error points out of 110 are allowed, but two wrong 5-point questions mean a fail.

Vraag 17 van 25

Which licence also lets you ride class AM mopeds?

Class B
Class C only
Class L only
None; AM always needs its own test

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Antwoord: A. Class B

A class B licence includes class AM.

Vraag 18 van 25

You have no driving licence. What do you need to ride a moped limited to 25 km/h (Mofa)?

A first aid certificate only
A Mofa test certificate (Prüfbescheinigung)
A class A1 licence
Nothing at all

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Antwoord: B. A Mofa test certificate (Prüfbescheinigung)

Mofa riders without a licence need a test certificate, which they must carry and show on request.

Vraag 19 van 25

Who must wear a helmet on a motorcycle?

The rider and any passenger
Only the rider
Only on motorways
Only riders under 18

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Antwoord: A. The rider and any passenger

Riders and passengers on motorcycles with a design speed above 20 km/h must wear a suitable helmet.

Vraag 20 van 25

What lights must you use on a motorcycle during the day?

Full beam
Dipped headlights or daytime running lights
No lights in daylight
Only the rear light

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Antwoord: B. Dipped headlights or daytime running lights

Motorcyclists must ride with dipped headlights or daytime running lights even in daylight.

Vraag 21 van 25

When may you carry a passenger on a motorcycle?

Only if the passenger is over 18
Whenever the passenger wears a helmet
Only on country roads
Only if the motorcycle has a proper seat for a passenger

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Antwoord: D. Only if the motorcycle has a proper seat for a passenger

Carrying people on a motorcycle without a special seat is banned.

Vraag 22 van 25

Is it allowed to ride a motorcycle with no hands on the handlebars?

Yes, if the road is empty
Yes, at low speed
No, never
Yes, on straight roads

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Antwoord: C. No, never

Riding hands-free is not allowed for motorcyclists or cyclists.

Vraag 23 van 25

When may you take your feet off the footrests while riding?

Only when the road conditions require it
Only on motorways
Whenever you want to stretch
Never while moving

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Antwoord: A. Only when the road conditions require it

Feet may only leave the footrests when the road conditions make it necessary.

Vraag 24 van 25

You are riding slowly uphill. May you hold on to a lorry to be pulled along?

No, holding on to vehicles is banned
Yes, below 30 km/h
Yes, on country roads
Yes, if the lorry driver agrees

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Antwoord: A. No, holding on to vehicles is banned

Motorcyclists and cyclists must not hold on to other vehicles.

Vraag 25 van 25

Must a motorcycle carry a warning triangle and a first aid kit in Germany?

Yes, both
Only a warning triangle
No, motorcycles are exempt
Only a first aid kit

Toon antwoord

Antwoord: C. No, motorcycles are exempt

The rules on warning triangles, vests and first aid kits do not apply to motorcycles, but carrying them is still sensible.

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