VIRGINIA DMV MOTORCYCLE PRACTICE TEST

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To earn your motorcycle license in Virginia, you must pass a knowledge test and on-cycle skill test. You should study the Virginia Motorcycle Manual along with the Virginia Driver's Manual before taking the knowledge and skills tests required to obtain a motorcycle endorsement. Knowledge test questions require that you know and understand driving laws, road rules and safe riding practices. The Virginia motorcycle test consists of 25 questions, and you'll need to score at least 20 to pass.
1. ________ through a turn to stabilize suspension.
Roll on the throttle
Apply the rear brake
Decrease your speed
2. Car drivers are most likely to try to share your lane when:
they want to pass you.
traffic is heavy.
All of the above.
3. Which of the following is the best way to secure cargo?
Metal chains
Cable ties
Elastic cords
4. At blind intersections, it is important to:
change lanes and let the tailgater pass.
share your lane with other cars and motorcycles.
see as much as possible and remain visible to others.
5. What's the best way to secure cargo on your motorcycle?
Using bungee cords.
On the sissy bar.
So that it covers your lights.
6. Wear ___________ clothing to increase your chances of being seen.
brightly-colored or reflective
comfortable
colorful
7. If you approach a blind intersection:
move to the portion of the lane that will bring you into another driver’s field of vision as soon as possible.
make sure you are not being followed.
pull away from the curb without checking for traffic behind.
8. Your motorcycle will lurch:
when you brake too firmly.
if you are riding slowly enough when you shift into a lower gear.
when you brake too slowly.
9. Surfaces that provide poor traction include:
roads in residential areas.
exit lanes.
pavement after it starts to rain.
10. If you encounter a large surface so slippery that you must coast:
warn other drivers that you will make a sudden move.
consider letting your feet skim along the surface.
gradually increase your speed.
 
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Frequently Asked Questions

You must be at least 15 ½ years old to apply for a learner’s permit. At 16 years and 3 months of age, you can obtain a driver’s license. However, your license will be restricted until you reach 18 years old.

You have to schedule your appointment online. Simply select dates and times according to your preferences and the available options at your chosen Virginia DMV office. Check if your school is enrolled in DMV's remote testing program to take the DMV written test directly in your school.

Make sure you have the following documents:
  • An application for a Virginia Driver's License signed by your parent/legal guardian unless you are over 18 or emancipated.
  • One proof of identity.
  • One proof of legal presence.
  • Two proofs of Virginia residency.
  • Proof of Social Security number (SSN).
You can refer to this guide to check the required documentation.

The DMV written test in Virginia is available in various languages, including English, Amharic (Ethiopian), Arabic, Chinese/Mandarin, Chinese/Mandarin (Traditional), Dari, Farsi, French, German, Haitian Creole, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Kurdish, Mongolian, Nepali, Pashto, Punjabi, Russian, Spanish, Thai, Twi (Akan), Turkish, and Urdu. American Sign Language (ASL) is also available for people who are hearing impaired.

To prepare for the DMV written test, read the Virginia Driver's Handbook. Study road rules and safe driving practices. Verify your knowledge with our free practice tests or sign up for DMV Premium to access additional resources. Once you are satisfied with your score, you are ready for the exam.

The DMV written test in Virginia consists of two parts. The first part includes 10 questions specifically on road signs, while the second part contains 30 multiple-choice questions that verify your general knowledge about traffic laws.

The score required to pass the DMV written test is 80% or higher. You must answer all the questions correctly on the first part about road signs, and you can miss up to 6 questions on the second part. You can't proceed to the second part of the exam if you answer any question incorrectly in the first part.

With a learner’s permit, you may drive under the following conditions:
  • You can operate only with the supervision of a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old, or with a family member who is 18 or older and holds a driver's license, seated near you.
  • You cannot transport more than one passenger under 18, except for siblings.

After obtaining a driver's license, certain restrictions apply until you reach 18 years old:
  • Driving between midnight and 4 a.m. is not allowed, except for work or school activities, with a licensed parent or spouse aged 18 or older, or in case of emergencies.
  • For the first year, you may carry only one passenger under 21, unless accompanied by a parent or guardian seated near you. After one year, you can transport a maximum of three passengers under 21 for school activities or emergencies, or if accompanied by a licensed adult aged 21 or older seated near you.

You need to obtain a driver's license within one year after passing the DMV test, or you will have to retake it. If you're temporarily authorized to be in the U.S., the expiration date of your learner’s permit will match the expiration date shown on the document used to prove your legal presence.

If you're under 18 years old, you're required to wait 15 days while if you're 18 or older, you can retake the DMV written test the next day. However, regardless of age, if you fail the exam three times, you must complete an approved Driver Training School program. After completing the program, you'll need to present the Driver Education Certificate at a customer service center before making another attempt.

VA DMV Motorcycle Test

Number of questions: 25
Correct answers to pass:20
Passing score:80%
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