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Free Massachusetts RMV Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 2025

Based on 2025 MA motorcycle operator manualAvailable in EN, ES Instant feedback
30questions
8mistakes allowed
72%passing score

Introducing our free Massachusetts Motorcycle Class M License Practice exam. All of these questions is based on the information found in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Motorcycle Manual. Answering the questions on this practice test will help you prepare for the state exam. For the most accurate results, thoroughly read and the study the motorcycle manual before answering these practice questions. Passing this test does not guarantee that you will pass the state exam. All of the questions on this practice test contain four possible answers to choose from. Carefully read each question and all the answers before choosing one. If you need help, you can use the hint feature to read a clue that will further help you with the question. Although hints will be available on this practice test, there will not be hints on the official state exam. If you select the wrong answer, you will be shown the right one and an explanation. When you select a correct answer, you will move on to the next practice question. To pass this practice test you will need to answers 21 of the 25 questions correctly. Happy studying!

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What to expect on the actual exam

How many questions25
How many correct answers to pass18
Passing score72%
Minimum age to apply16
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List of questions (classic view)

  1. Riding between lanes of traffic is
  2. In Massachusetts, a helmet is required to be worn
  3. You cannot ride a motorcycle on a highway
  4. When riding long distances, how often should you stop and stretch?
  5. After as few as ____ alcoholic drink(s), your ability to ride can be affected.
  6. When riding through an intersection, you must be especially aware of
  7. When you are seated properly on your motorcycle, your arms should be
  8. When turning your motorcycle, what should you avoid?
  9. Which of the following is true about starting your motorcycle on an upgrade?
  10. Riding __________ decreases your chances of being seen.
  11. While riding in the city, you should be looking ahead _________ for hazards.
  12. Most motorcycles use convex mirrors. How are these different from regular mirrors?
  13. When traveling in heavy congested traffic, what is an adequate space cushion between you and the vehicle ahead?
  14. If you are being followed by a tailgater and he or she is unable to pass you, you should
  15. When being passed by another vehicle, you should ride in the _______ lane position.
  16. Which of the following is the most likely place for a collision?
  17. In which lane position should you ride to discourage other vehicles from trying to share your lane?
  18. When riding across a small, slippery surface, you should
  19. The front brake is controlled by
  20. When should a passenger mount the motorcycle?
  21. When riding at night, you should
  22. While riding your motorcycle, you approach a crosswalk that a pedestrian has just entered. What should you do?
  23. When riding in a group, motorcyclists should ride
  24. If your front tire fails while you are riding, you should
  25. Before pulling off the road, it is important to check
  26. What should you do on Step 3 of passing?
  27. When you are being passed from behind,
  28. Which portion of the lane should you be in before starting to pass?
  29. What should you do to avoid colliding with a vehicle cutting in?
  30. As you are riding, an object appears suddenly in your path. What should you do?

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