Minnesota Motorcycle Permit Exam Simulator

A full-length mock motorcycle knowledge test: Minnesota 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 Minnesota test. Then you can review every answer with its explanation.
  • Questions are drawn fresh from the full Minnesota bank each time.

Sample questions

  1. What must you already hold before Minnesota will issue you a motorcycle instruction permit?

    • A A valid Minnesota driver's license
    • B A completed motorcycle skills test
    • C A registered motorcycle in your own name
    • D A moped operator's permit
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    A. A valid Minnesota driver's license

    Minnesota requires a valid Minnesota driver's license before you can get a motorcycle instruction permit. The motorcycle permit and endorsement are added on top of your regular license, not issued in place of it.

    Source: Minnesota Motorcycle and Motorized Bicycle Manual, page 7

  2. In a quick stop, a new rider uses only the rear brake. About how much of the motorcycle's total stopping power are they leaving unused?

    • A Less than 20%
    • B About one-third
    • C 70% or more
    • D About 40%
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    C. 70% or more

    The front brake is more powerful and can provide 70% or more of your total stopping power. Studies show most crash-involved riders underbrake the front tire and overbrake the rear. Use both brakes every time you slow or stop.

    Source: Minnesota Motorcycle and Motorized Bicycle Manual, page 22

  3. Under normal conditions, what is the minimum following distance when riding behind another vehicle?

    • A One second
    • B Two seconds
    • C Four seconds
    • D One motorcycle length per 10 mph
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    B. Two seconds

    Normally keep at least two seconds behind the vehicle ahead. Count from when its rear passes a fixed marker; if you reach the marker before 'two,' you are too close. Motorcycles need as much distance to stop as cars.

    Source: Minnesota Motorcycle and Motorized Bicycle Manual, page 25

  4. To swerve around an obstacle on the right, what do you do?

    • A Press the left handgrip to lean right
    • B Lean your body hard right and keep the bars still
    • C Brake hard while turning the handlebars
    • D Press the right handgrip to lean right
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    D. Press the right handgrip to lean right

    A swerve is a sudden change in direction. Press the handgrip on the side of your intended escape; the motorcycle leans quickly that way. Keep your body upright, knees on the tank, and press the opposite grip to straighten once clear.

    Source: Minnesota Motorcycle and Motorized Bicycle Manual, page 37