Free Michigan DOS Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 2025

Based on 2025 MI motorcycle operator manualAvailable in EN, ES Instant feedback

30questions

6mistakes allowed

80%passing score

Have you ever wanted to ride a Harley-Davidson from Detroit to Grand Rapids? Perhaps you’re more interested in a Japanese sports bike. Regardless of your preferences, all riders in Michigan must ride safely and adhere to local laws. Until you can ride freely in the Wolverine State, you must study and build the foundation for your riding skills.

Our Michigan DOS motorcycle permit practice tests make it easy for you to master this subject. This intuitive tool uses a different approach to studying the various aspects of riding theory described in the official DOS motorcycle operator manual (Michigan Motorcycle Manual). Each practice test consists of 30 multiple-choice questions. To pass, you must score at least 80%. We recommend ignoring your score if you intend to use this tool for educational purposes. These practice tests can help you become a safe and responsible rider by boosting your learning potential.

At any point during each training session, you can activate the voice-over feature. This function can be found on the left side of the page, under the “Test settings” menu. Once activated, an artificial voice will read the questions and answer choices aloud. Students with an auditory memory greatly benefit from this feature, allowing them to retain information more efficiently. Train with our practice tests even while multitasking or in an environment where reading is not feasible. You get unlimited attempts, and since we have omitted any timer from this tool, there’s no need to rush through the questions.

Quickly navigate through questions using the available keyboard shortcuts. A complete list can be displayed with the “Shift + ?” key combination. Keep your hands on the keyboard to reduce distractions and increase focus during each practice session. The journey to becoming a licensed rider in Michigan may be challenging, but the freedom that comes with riding the open roads is worth the effort. As we help you pass the official motorcycle knowledge exam, remember that the final goal of this resource is to make you a better rider, one prepared to ride safely.

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What to expect on the actual exam

How many questions	20
How many correct answers to pass	16
Passing score	80%
Minimum age to apply	16

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List of questions (classic view)

When can you ride a motorcycle between lanes of traffic?
When starting on a hill, you should use ________ to hold the motorcycle while you start the engine and shift into first gear.
A motorcycle is less visible than a car because it
Which of the following does NOT lessen your chances of a being involved in a collision?
While you are riding, your feet should be
What can cause a motorcycle engine to lug?
Which of the following parts of your motorcycle should you check before every ride?
What is engine braking?
For stopping or slowing down, the most effective method is to use
You can help keep your balance while riding by
If you take a turn too fast, you may end up
The motorcycle and rider should lean at the same angle in
When following another vehicle, you should leave a space cushion of at least ____ seconds.
When preparing to pass a vehicle ahead of you, you should ride in the _______ lane position.
What portion of a traffic lane does a motorcycle need to operate safely?
When you see a car on an entrance ramp that is about to merge into your lane, you should
When scanning the road for hazards, how far ahead should you be looking?
You should cover the clutch and the brake whenever you want to
When approaching a blind intersection, you should
When passing a line of parked cars on your right, you should
When parking at a roadside, you should park
What should you do if your front wheel locks while you're braking?
Which of the following surfaces poses the greatest hazard to motorcycles?
The safest way to ride over obstacles is at a ___________ angle.
When using saddlebags to carry cargo, you should
What should you do on Step 3 of passing?
When you are being passed from behind,
Which portion of the lane should you be in before starting to pass?
What should you do to avoid colliding with a vehicle cutting in?
As you are riding, an object appears suddenly in your path. What should you do?