Free New York Motorcycle Practice Test (2026)
Study for the New York Class M motorcycle license (Class MJ junior license for ages 16-17) knowledge test: a New York module on the state's helmet, permit and rider-course rules, core lessons on safe riding, instant explanations and a timed simulation.
New York motorcycle license at a glance
Written test of 20 multiple-choice questions; you need at least 14 correct, including at least 2 of the 4 road-sign questions. It covers both the Driver's Manual and the Motorcycle Manual, is offered in 20 languages, and you must also pass a vision test. A road test follows unless it is waived.
New York motorcycle rules
| Rule | In New York |
|---|---|
| Minimum age | 16 for a Class MJ junior permit and license; 18 for Class M (or 17 with a driver education certificate) |
| Helmet and eye protection | Universal: all motorcycle operators and passengers must wear helmets that meet federal standard FMVSS 218, and all operators must wear approved eye protection even if the motorcycle has a windshield. dmv.ny.gov |
| Rider training course | The Motorcycle Safety Foundation Basic RiderCourse (BRC) or BRC2 License Waiver course from an approved New York provider is optional, but completing it waives the road test if you are 16 or older, have a valid NY driver license (Class A, B, C, D, DJ or E) and an M or MJ permit, and present the card within two years. Courses taken in other states do not qualify. dmv.ny.gov |
| Skills test waiver | Yes |
New York motorcycle permit restrictions
- Your supervising rider must be 21 or older, hold a valid motorcycle license and stay within one-quarter mile of you, keeping you in sight.
- The only passenger allowed on your motorcycle is your supervising driver.
- With a Class MJ permit you must follow the junior driver rules, and if you are under 18 you must hold the permit at least 6 months before the road test.
- If you also want a car permit, apply for that permit first.
How to get a New York Class M motorcycle license (Class MJ junior license for ages 16-17)
- Study the Motorcycle Operator's Manual (MV-21MC) and the Driver's Manual.
- Bring form MV-44, proofs of identity, age and residence, and the fee to a DMV office.
- Pass the vision test and the 20-question written test to get your Class M or MJ permit.
- Practice with a supervising rider 21 or older; if you have no other NY license, complete the 5-hour Pre-Licensing Course.
- Take the road test, or finish an approved Basic RiderCourse in New York to have it waived.
- If you already have a NY license, apply at a DMV office at least 7 days after passing to add Class M ($12.50 amendment fee).
Tip: Many motorcycle crashes involve a car turning left in front of the rider. Expect questions about being seen, lane position and intersections, in addition to the state rules above.
Sample New York motorcycle questions
1. When you practice with a motorcycle learner permit in New York, how close must your supervising rider stay?
- On the same motorcycle
- Within one-quarter mile
- Within one mile
- Within the same county
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Correct answer: Within one-quarter mile. The supervising driver must remain within one-quarter mile and keep you in sight; they do not have to ride on your motorcycle. Source: dmv.ny.gov
2. How old must the supervising rider of a New York motorcycle learner be?
- 18
- 21
- 25
- 16
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Correct answer: 21. The supervising driver must be at least 21 and hold a valid motorcycle license. Source: dmv.ny.gov
3. Which New York motorcyclists must wear approved eye protection?
- Only riders under 21
- Only riders without a windshield
- All operators, even with a windshield
- Only riders on expressways
Show answer
Correct answer: All operators, even with a windshield. All motorcycle operators must wear approved eye protection even if the motorcycle has a windshield. Source: dmv.ny.gov
Topics covered on the knowledge test
- Protective gear: helmets, eye protection and clothing
- Controls, pre-ride inspection (T-CLOCS) and starting out
- Lane position, following distance and being seen
- Braking, swerving and cornering
- Intersections, blind spots and road hazards
- Carrying passengers and cargo
- Group riding, alcohol and fatigue
Frequently asked questions
Can I carry a friend on my motorcycle with a learner permit?
No. The only passenger allowed with a motorcycle learner permit is your supervising driver.
Will a rider course I took in another state waive my New York road test?
No. Only a BRC or BRC2 License Waiver course completed with an approved New York provider, presented within two years, qualifies.
Do I need eye protection if my bike has a windshield?
Yes. New York requires all operators to wear approved eye protection even if the motorcycle has a windshield.
Is this motorcycle practice test free?
Yes. Every lesson, practice round and simulation is free, with no sign-up.
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Official sources
- Official New York State Motorcycle Operator's Manual (MV-21MC)
- New York rider training
- New York State Department of Motor Vehicles
- New York motorcycle rules
- New York motorcycle rules
The New York rules and questions on this page were checked in October 2026 against the official motorcycle manual, the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles website or New York law. When a detail is not published by an official source, we leave it out instead of guessing. Confirm current rules with the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles. PracticePermit.us is not affiliated with any government agency. How we write and check our questions.
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