Free Texas Motorcycle Practice Test (2026)
Study for the Texas Class M license knowledge test: a Texas module on the state's helmet, permit and rider-course rules, core lessons on safe riding, instant explanations and a timed simulation.
Texas motorcycle license at a glance
A vision exam, a Class M knowledge exam (70% to pass) and a skills (driving) exam. Completing a state-approved motorcycle course waives the knowledge exam; adults with a valid unrestricted Class A, B or C license who finish the course also skip the skills exam, but everyone under 18 must pass the DPS skills test.
Texas motorcycle rules
| Rule | In Texas |
|---|---|
| Minimum age | 16 for any motorcycle (15 for a motorcycle of 250 cc or less) |
| Helmet and eye protection | Riders under 21 must wear a helmet. Riders 21 and older may ride without one if they have completed an approved motorcycle safety course or carry qualifying medical insurance, and police cannot stop a rider just to check this. iihs.org |
| Rider training course | Before applying for a Class M license you must pass a state-approved motorcycle operator training course (about 16 hours), approved by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). The completion certificate is valid 24 months, waives the knowledge exam, and waives the skills exam for adults who hold a valid unrestricted Class A, B or C license. dps.texas.gov |
| Skills test waiver | Required (adults: yes) |
Texas motorcycle permit restrictions
- Riders under 18 need the classroom phase of driver education (or a learner or Class C license) and the motorcycle course before applying.
- A motorcycle learner license carries restriction J: you must ride with a licensed motorcycle operator 21 or older in sight.
- At 15, a Class M license carries restriction I: motorcycle not over 250 cc.
- There is no minimum time you must hold a restricted motorcycle license before applying for a full Class M; a motorcycle learner license under 18 costs $16 and expires on your 18th birthday.
How to get a Texas Class M license
- Find and complete a TDLR-approved motorcycle safety course; if you are under 18, first finish the driver education classroom phase or get a learner or Class C license.
- Schedule a DPS appointment and bring the application (DL-14A), proof of identity, Texas residency, citizenship or lawful presence, your Social Security number and, if under 18, a VOE form.
- Bring your course completion certificate (valid 24 months) so the motorcycle knowledge exam can be waived.
- Pass the vision exam; if you are under 18, also pass the DPS motorcycle skills test.
- Pay the fee (for example, $16 to add Class M to an existing license, or $33 for a Class M only license).
- Ride within any restrictions on your license (such as I or J) until they are removed.
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 Texas motorcycle questions
1. What restriction applies to a 15-year-old's Texas Class M license?
- Daytime riding only
- Motorcycle not to exceed 250 cc
- No riding on highways
- No riding without a parent
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Correct answer: Motorcycle not to exceed 250 cc. At 15 you may only operate a motorcycle of 250 cc or less, shown on the license as restriction I. Source: dps.texas.gov
2. What does completing a state-approved motorcycle course waive for every Class M applicant in Texas?
- The vision exam
- The driver education requirement
- The license fee
- The motorcycle knowledge exam
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Correct answer: The motorcycle knowledge exam. The Class M knowledge exam is waived for applicants who complete a state-approved motorcycle operator training course and show proof. Source: dps.texas.gov
3. What does restriction J on a Texas motorcycle learner license require?
- A licensed motorcycle operator 21 or older in sight
- Riding only in daylight
- A motorcycle under 250 cc
- Staying under 45 mph
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Correct answer: A licensed motorcycle operator 21 or older in sight. Restriction J means a licensed motorcycle operator 21 or over must be in sight while you ride. Source: dps.texas.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
Is a motorcycle safety course required in Texas?
Yes. The Texas Driver Handbook says you must pass a state-approved motorcycle operator training course before applying for a Class M license. The certificate also waives the knowledge exam.
Do I need a helmet if I'm 21 or older?
Riders under 21 must wear one. At 21 and older you may ride without a helmet only if you have completed an approved safety course or have qualifying medical insurance. Wearing one is always safer.
Can a 15-year-old get a motorcycle license in Texas?
Yes, but only for a motorcycle of 250 cc or less (restriction I), with DPS approval for a hardship license or after completing the driver education classroom phase and a state-approved motorcycle course.
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
- Texas helmet law
- Texas rider training
- Texas Department of Public Safety, Driver License Division
- Texas motorcycle rules
The Texas rules and questions on this page were checked in October 2026 against the official motorcycle manual, the Texas Department of Public Safety, Driver License Division website or Texas law. When a detail is not published by an official source, we leave it out instead of guessing. Confirm current rules with the Texas Department of Public Safety, Driver License Division. PracticePermit.us is not affiliated with any government agency. How we write and check our questions.
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