Free Vermont Motorcycle Practice Test (2026)
Study for the Vermont Motorcycle endorsement on a Vermont driver's or junior driver's license knowledge test: a Vermont module on the state's helmet, permit and rider-course rules, core lessons on safe riding, instant explanations and a timed simulation.
Vermont motorcycle license at a glance
A 25-question multiple-choice knowledge exam based on the motorcycle manual (80% or better), taken online for the permit ($11 fee); then an off-road skills test at a DMV site ($23), usually given April through October. Wait at least one day after failing the knowledge exam and one week after failing the skills test.
Vermont motorcycle rules
| Rule | In Vermont |
|---|---|
| Minimum age | 16, and you must already hold a Vermont driver's or junior driver's license (16- and 17-year-olds need a parent or guardian signature) |
| Helmet and eye protection | Universal: every operator and passenger must wear a helmet meeting federal standard FMVSS 218 (23 V.S.A. 1256). If the motorcycle has no windshield or screen, the operator must wear glasses, goggles, or a face shield, with clear lenses from 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise (23 V.S.A. 1257). dmv.vermont.gov |
| Rider training course | The Vermont Rider Education Program (VREP) Basic Rider Course is 15 hours for new riders age 16+ with a Vermont license; motorcycles and helmets are provided. It is voluntary, and graduates are exempt from the DMV motorcycle knowledge and skills exams for the endorsement. A 4-hour Vermont Motorcycle Awareness Program (VMAP) course can replace the permit test. dmv.vermont.gov |
| Skills test waiver | Yes (both tests) |
Vermont motorcycle permit restrictions
- The motorcycle learner's permit is valid for 120 days and can be renewed only twice; after that you must wait 12 months for a new one unless you complete rider training.
- You may ride during daylight hours only.
- You may not carry any passengers.
- The permit is valid in Vermont only, and breaking these rules voids it.
How to get a Vermont Motorcycle endorsement on a Vermont driver's or junior driver's license
- Hold a valid Vermont driver's or junior driver's license; if you are 16 or 17, a parent or guardian signs the Motorcycle Learner Permit application (VL-027).
- Study the Vermont Motorcycle Manual (VN-008).
- Pass the online motorcycle permit knowledge exam ($11) or complete the 4-hour VMAP course, then get your 120-day permit ($24).
- Practice under the permit rules: daylight only, no passengers, Vermont only.
- Schedule the off-road skills test at mydmv.vermont.gov; bring a DOT-compliant helmet, eye protection, a valid insurance card, and a registered (and inspected, if required) motorcycle.
- Pass the skills test to receive the endorsement ($4 per year on your license), or skip both DMV exams by completing the VREP Basic Rider Course.
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 Vermont motorcycle questions
1. How long is a Vermont motorcycle learner's permit valid?
- 60 days
- 120 days
- 180 days
- 1 year
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Correct answer: 120 days. The motorcycle permit is valid 120 days from issue and can be renewed only twice. Source: dmv.vermont.gov
2. When may a Vermont motorcycle learner's permit holder ride?
- Only on roads posted 35 mph or less
- Until 10 p.m.
- Any time if a licensed rider follows
- During daylight hours only
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Correct answer: During daylight hours only. Permit holders may ride in daylight hours only, with no passengers, and only in Vermont. Source: dmv.vermont.gov
3. What score do you need on Vermont's 25-question motorcycle knowledge exam?
- 70% or better
- 75% or better
- 80% or better
- 90% or better
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Correct answer: 80% or better. You must pass the 25-question multiple-choice exam with 80% or better, which means at least 20 correct answers. Source: dmv.vermont.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 passenger on a Vermont motorcycle permit?
No. Permit holders cannot carry passengers, may ride only in daylight, and the permit is valid only in Vermont. Ignoring these restrictions voids the permit.
What if my permit runs out before I pass the skills test?
You can renew the 120-day permit, but only twice. If you have not passed the skills test or rider training by the end of the second renewal, you must wait 12 months for a new permit; completing the rider training course waives that wait.
Do I need eye protection in Vermont?
Only if your motorcycle has no windshield or screen; then you must wear glasses, goggles, or a face shield. A helmet is always required for both operator and passenger, and you need eye protection to take the skills test.
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 Vermont Motorcycle Manual (VN-008, 2025 edition)
- Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles
- Vermont motorcycle rules
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The Vermont rules and questions on this page were checked in October 2026 against the official motorcycle manual, the Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles website or Vermont law. When a detail is not published by an official source, we leave it out instead of guessing. Confirm current rules with the Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles. PracticePermit.us is not affiliated with any government agency. How we write and check our questions.
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