West Virginia Motorcycle Permit Exam Simulator
A full-length mock motorcycle knowledge test: 25 questions, 20 correct to pass (80%). New questions every attempt.
How this simulator works
- Knowledge test: 25 questions, 20 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 West Virginia test. Then you can review every answer with its explanation.
- Questions are drawn fresh from the full West Virginia bank each time.
Sample questions
How many questions are on the West Virginia motorcycle knowledge exam?
- A 25
- B 20
- C 30
- D 50
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A. 25
West Virginia's motorcycle knowledge exam has 25 questions. Because you need a grade of 80% or better, you can miss only a handful, so study the whole manual rather than just the riding tips you already know.
About how much of a motorcycle's total stopping power can the front brake provide?
- A About 25%
- B 70% or more
- C About 50%
- D None, the rear brake does all the work
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B. 70% or more
The front brake is more powerful and can provide 70% or more of your total stopping power. When you brake, weight shifts forward onto the front tire, giving it more traction to use, so riders who avoid the front brake take much longer to stop.
During a hard stop, your front wheel locks. What should you do?
- A Release the front brake immediately, then reapply it smoothly
- B Keep holding the front brake firmly until the motorcycle stops
- C Release both brakes and coast
- D Steer sharply to free the wheel
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A. Release the front brake immediately, then reapply it smoothly
Front-wheel skids cause immediate loss of steering control and balance. If the front wheel locks, release the front brake lever immediately and reapply it smoothly with less pressure; failing to release it will result in a crash.
What standard should your motorcycle helmet be designed to meet?
- A Any standard, as long as it is a full-face design
- B Bicycle helmet standards, since both protect the head
- C Federal DOT and state standards
- D Only the manufacturer's own label
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C. Federal DOT and state standards
Choose a helmet designed to meet U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and state standards; a Snell label adds extra assurance of quality. Half, three-quarter and full-face helmets can all qualify, but the helmet must fit snugly and be fastened every ride.