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.
W skrócie
Oficjalny egzamin ma 40 pytań. Aby zdać: 35 of 40. Limit czasu: 45 minut. Egzamin przeprowadza: Road Safety Authority (RSA). Minimalny wiek: 16 for an AM or A1 learner permit. Opłata: €45. Ćwicz tu za darmo na 140 pytaniach, każde z odpowiedzią i wyjaśnieniem. Sprawdzono z oficjalnymi źródłami 10 października 2026.
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Pytanie 1 z 25
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Odpowiedź: B. Initial Basic Training
IBT is Initial Basic Training, the mandatory course that teaches learner motorcyclists basic riding skills.
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Pytanie 2 z 25
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Odpowiedź: 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.
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Pytanie 3 z 25
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Odpowiedź: 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.
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Pytanie 4 z 25
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Odpowiedź: D. 16 hours
For AM or A1, IBT is a 16-hour course in four modules.
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Pytanie 5 z 25
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Odpowiedź: B. 18 hours
For a first-time A2 or A rider, IBT is an 18-hour course in three modules.
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Pytanie 6 z 25
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Odpowiedź: 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.
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Pytanie 7 z 25
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Odpowiedź: C. A Certificate of Satisfactory Completion
The instructor records the training in your logbook and issues a Certificate of Satisfactory Completion.
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Pytanie 8 z 25
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Odpowiedź: 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.
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Pytanie 9 z 25
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Odpowiedź: A. A Garda may ask to see it
Keep the certificate with your learner permit, as a Garda may ask to see it.
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Pytanie 10 z 25
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Odpowiedź: D. The practical driving test
You must have your IBT certificate before you can sit your practical driving test.
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Pytanie 11 z 25
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Odpowiedź: 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.
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Pytanie 12 z 25
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Odpowiedź: 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.
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Pytanie 13 z 25
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Odpowiedź: 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.
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Pytanie 14 z 25
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Odpowiedź: C. A red L on a white background
The L plate is a red L on a white background.
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Pytanie 15 z 25
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Odpowiedź: D. No
Learner motorcyclists are not allowed to carry a pillion passenger.
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Pytanie 16 z 25
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Odpowiedź: 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.
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Pytanie 17 z 25
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Odpowiedź: D. Two years
Learner permits are generally issued for two years.
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Pytanie 18 z 25
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Odpowiedź: D. At least six months
You must have held a learner permit for at least six months before you take the driving test.
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Pytanie 19 z 25
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Odpowiedź: B. 16
The minimum age for category AM is 16.
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Pytanie 20 z 25
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Odpowiedź: D. 16
The minimum age for category A1 is 16.
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Pytanie 21 z 25
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Odpowiedź: B. 18
The minimum age for category A2 is 18.
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Pytanie 22 z 25
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Odpowiedź: 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.
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Pytanie 23 z 25
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Odpowiedź: C. Category A
With an A2 licence held for 2 years, you can move to category A from age 20.
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Pytanie 24 z 25
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Odpowiedź: 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.
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Pytanie 25 z 25
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Odpowiedź: B. 35kW
Category A2 covers motorcycles up to 35kW, with a power-to-weight ratio of no more than 0.2kW/kg.
Klawiatura: 1–4, aby odpowiedzieć, Enter – następne pytanie.
Prawdziwy egzamin: 35 of 40
Co warto wiedzieć przed egzaminem
- 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.
Najczęściej zadawane pytania
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.