Colorado Motorcycle Permit Exam Simulator

A full-length mock motorcycle knowledge test: Colorado does not publish the count or pass mark; we use 30 questions at 80%. New questions every attempt.

How this simulator works

  • Knowledge test: 30 questions, 24 correct to pass.
  • No time limit, like the real test. Take your time.
  • You won’t see whether you were right until the end, just like at the Colorado test. Then you can review every answer with its explanation.
  • Questions are drawn fresh from the full Colorado bank each time.

Sample questions

  1. Which Colorado endorsement lets you ride both 2-wheel and 3-wheel motorcycles?

    • A The general "M" endorsement
    • B The "3" endorsement
    • C A basic driver's license with no endorsement
    • D A low-power scooter permit
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    A. The general "M" endorsement

    In Colorado the general "M" endorsement covers both 2-wheel and 3-wheel motorcycles. A separate "3" endorsement exists for riders who only want to (or only tested on) 3-wheel machines. Remember: M = motorcycles of either kind, 3 = three wheels only.

    Source: Colorado Motorcycle Operator's Handbook (DR 2336), page 5

  2. When is wet pavement especially slippery?

    • A Just after it starts to rain, before oil washes away
    • B Only when temperatures are below freezing
    • C Only on gravel roads
    • D After several hours of steady, heavy rain have soaked the road
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    A. Just after it starts to rain, before oil washes away

    Pavement is most slippery just after it starts to rain, before surface oil washes to the side of the road. Slow down, avoid sudden moves and use both brakes smoothly.

    Source: Colorado Motorcycle Operator's Handbook (DR 2336), page 11

  3. Why should you start riding with your right wrist down?

    • A To keep the front brake lever out of easy reach of your fingers
    • B To reduce wind pressure on your arm
    • C To let you shift gears with your hand
    • D To avoid accidentally using too much throttle
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    D. To avoid accidentally using too much throttle

    Holding the grips with your right wrist down helps keep you from accidentally adding too much throttle, especially if you reach for the front brake suddenly.

    Source: Colorado Motorcycle Operator's Handbook (DR 2336), page 7

  4. How many paths of travel does each marked lane give a motorcyclist?

    • A Four
    • B Three
    • C One
    • D Two
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    B. Three

    A car has little choice where it sits in a lane, but each marked lane gives a motorcyclist three possible paths. Choosing the right one helps you see, be seen and keep a space cushion. Three-wheelers need more of the lane, like a car.

    Source: Colorado Motorcycle Operator's Handbook (DR 2336), page 9