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.

  • Motorfiets
  • New York
  • 135 vragen
  • Gecontroleerd op 10 oktober 2026

Kort antwoord

Afgenomen door: New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Oefen hier gratis met 135 vragen, elk met het antwoord en een uitleg. Gecontroleerd aan de hand van officiële bronnen op 10 oktober 2026.

Lees dit voordat je gaat oefenenBegin met de US Motorcycle Permit Study Guide: notities in begrijpelijke taal, schema’s en de getallen die je moet onthouden.
  1. Vraag 1 van 15

    How old must the supervisor of a New York motorcycle permit holder be?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. At least 21

    The supervising driver must hold a valid motorcycle license and be at least 21.

  2. Vraag 2 van 15

    How close must the supervisor stay to a New York motorcycle permit holder?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: B. Within one-quarter mile

    The supervisor must stay within one-quarter mile and within sight.

  3. Vraag 3 van 15

    Who may ride as a passenger with a New York motorcycle permit holder?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. Only the supervising rider

    Only the supervisor may be a passenger.

  4. Vraag 4 van 15

    How many hours of practice does the New York manual recommend before the road test?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. At least 30 hours, with 10 in moderate to heavy traffic

    The manual recommends at least 30 hours of practice.

  5. Vraag 5 van 15

    When is the New York motorcycle road test waived?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: 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.

  6. Vraag 6 van 15

    Which New York riders must wear a helmet?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. All operators and passengers

    Helmets meeting FMVSS 218 are required for everyone.

  7. Vraag 7 van 15

    Must a New York operator wear eye protection if the motorcycle has a windshield?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. Yes

    Approved eye protection is required even with a windshield.

  8. Vraag 8 van 15

    Which standard must New York motorcycle eye protection meet?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. ANSI Z87.1

    Eye protection must conform to ANSI Z87.1.

  9. Vraag 9 van 15

    How many passengers may a New York motorcycle carry?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. One, on a permanent rear seat

    Only one passenger is allowed, and the passenger seat must be in the rear.

  10. Vraag 10 van 15

    When must a New York motorcycle's headlight and taillight be on?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. At all times on the road

    The headlight and rear light must be on at all times.

  11. Vraag 11 van 15

    In New York, how high may motorcycle handlebars be?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. No higher than the operator's shoulders

    Handlebars may be no higher than shoulder height.

  12. Vraag 12 van 15

    In New York, who may share a lane with a motorcycle?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. Only one other motorcycle

    Lane sharing is permitted only for two motorcycles.

  13. Vraag 13 van 15

    Is riding between lanes of traffic legal in New York?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. No

    Riding between lanes, or between traffic and parked cars, is prohibited.

  14. Vraag 14 van 15

    What is a New York Class MJ license?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. A junior motorcycle license

    Class MJ is the motorcycle junior operator's license, subject to graduated license rules.

  15. Vraag 15 van 15

    How often must a New York motorcycle be inspected?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. At least every 12 months

    Inspections are required at least every 12 months at a licensed station.

Wat je moet weten voor het examen

  • 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.

Veelgestelde vragen

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.

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