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.
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.
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Vraag 1 van 15
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Antwoord: D. At least 21
The supervising driver must hold a valid motorcycle license and be at least 21.
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Vraag 2 van 15
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Antwoord: B. Within one-quarter mile
The supervisor must stay within one-quarter mile and within sight.
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Vraag 3 van 15
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Antwoord: C. Only the supervising rider
Only the supervisor may be a passenger.
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Vraag 4 van 15
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Antwoord: 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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Vraag 5 van 15
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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.
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Vraag 6 van 15
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Antwoord: A. All operators and passengers
Helmets meeting FMVSS 218 are required for everyone.
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Vraag 7 van 15
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Antwoord: A. Yes
Approved eye protection is required even with a windshield.
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Vraag 8 van 15
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Antwoord: D. ANSI Z87.1
Eye protection must conform to ANSI Z87.1.
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Vraag 9 van 15
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Antwoord: 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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Vraag 10 van 15
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Antwoord: D. At all times on the road
The headlight and rear light must be on at all times.
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Vraag 11 van 15
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Antwoord: C. No higher than the operator's shoulders
Handlebars may be no higher than shoulder height.
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Vraag 12 van 15
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Antwoord: D. Only one other motorcycle
Lane sharing is permitted only for two motorcycles.
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Vraag 13 van 15
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Antwoord: A. No
Riding between lanes, or between traffic and parked cars, is prohibited.
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Vraag 14 van 15
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Antwoord: D. A junior motorcycle license
Class MJ is the motorcycle junior operator's license, subject to graduated license rules.
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Vraag 15 van 15
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Antwoord: A. At least every 12 months
Inspections are required at least every 12 months at a licensed station.
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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.