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Ireland Motorcycle Theory Test Practice Questions - RSA Driver Theory Test - AM Motorcycle Moped Exam
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QUESTION 1 / 25
Which Driver Theory Test category is used for the Irish motorcycle and moped theory test?
Choose one answer below.
A
AM
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B
BW
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C
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D
D
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QUESTION 2 / 25
How many questions are on the official AM Motorcycle/Moped Driver Theory Test?
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A
20
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B
30
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C
40
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D
100
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QUESTION 3 / 25
What is the pass mark for the AM Motorcycle/Moped theory test?
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A
25 correct answers out of 40
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B
30 correct answers out of 40
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C
35 correct answers out of 40
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D
40 correct answers out of 40
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QUESTION 4 / 25
What is the time limit for the AM Motorcycle/Moped theory test?
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A
20 minutes
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B
35 minutes
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C
45 minutes
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D
90 minutes
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QUESTION 5 / 25
Who operates the official Driver Theory Test service in Ireland?
Choose one answer below.
A
Prometric Ireland Ltd. for the RSA
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B
A private motorcycle dealer network nationwide
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C
The National Car Testing Service for roadworthiness
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D
Local county councils operating theory centres
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QUESTION 6 / 25
For how long is a passed Driver Theory Test certificate valid?
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A
6 months
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B
1 year
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C
2 years
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D
10 years
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QUESTION 7 / 25
Which topic is part of the Irish motorcycle theory test?
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A
Risk perception and hazard awareness
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B
Engine rebuilding procedures
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C
Racing-line selection for tracks
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D
Motorcycle insurance pricing formulas
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QUESTION 8 / 25
How must an Irish motorcycle learner display L plates?
Choose one answer below.
A
On a yellow tabard, visible front and rear
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B
Only on the rear number plate holder
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C
On the petrol tank only, not on clothing
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D
Only during lessons with an RSA instructor
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QUESTION 9 / 25
May a motorcycle learner permit holder ride on a motorway in Ireland?
Choose one answer below.
A
Yes, if traffic is light and speed is low
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B
Yes, only with an instructor following behind
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C
No — learner permit holders cannot use motorways
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D
Yes, but only on category AM mopeds under 45 km/h
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QUESTION 10 / 25
May a learner motorcyclist in categories A, A1, A2 or AM carry a pillion passenger?
Choose one answer below.
A
Yes, if the passenger is over 18 and insured
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B
Yes, if the motorcycle has rear footrests fitted
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C
No — learner motorcyclists may not carry a passenger
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D
Yes, but only below 50 km/h on local roads
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QUESTION 11 / 25
What must a first-time motorcycle learner complete before riding on public roads in Ireland?
Choose one answer below.
A
Initial Basic Training
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B
A car NCT test
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C
A heavy-goods theory module
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D
A motorway driving lesson
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QUESTION 12 / 25
Which vehicle is covered by category AM?
Choose one answer below.
A
A moped or light quadricycle within AM limits
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B
Any motorcycle of unlimited engine displacement
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C
A bus carrying more than eight seated passengers
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D
A truck and trailer combination over 3,500 kg
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QUESTION 13 / 25
What type of motorcycle does category A1 generally cover?
Choose one answer below.
A
Small motorcycles up to 125 cc and 11 kW
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B
Unrestricted motorcycles of any engine power
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C
Buses and coaches used for public transport
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D
Tractors and work vehicles on public roads
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QUESTION 14 / 25
Which statement best describes category A2?
Choose one answer below.
A
Motorcycles up to 35 kW with derivation limits
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B
Mopeds only, with a top design speed of 45 km/h
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C
Unrestricted motorcycles only for riders over 30
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D
Cars towing small trailers on national roads
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QUESTION 15 / 25
What is the normal direct-access minimum age for an unrestricted category A motorcycle learner permit?
Choose one answer below.
A
16
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B
18
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C
21
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D
24
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QUESTION 16 / 25
What is the basic helmet rule for motorcyclists in Ireland?
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A
Only learners must wear helmets on public roads
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B
Approved crash helmet, properly fastened, for all
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C
Helmets are optional on urban roads under 50 km/h
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D
Only pillion passengers must wear approved helmets
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QUESTION 17 / 25
Which is a good safety check for a motorcycle helmet?
Choose one answer below.
A
Snug fit, secure fastening and a clear visor
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B
Loose enough to rotate freely while riding
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C
Deep scratches are fine if the helmet looks new
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D
Clean marks with petrol or strong solvents
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QUESTION 18 / 25
Why should motorcycle boots fit above the ankle and be free of loose laces?
Choose one answer below.
A
Protect feet and reduce lace catch hazards
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B
Make gear changes impossible at low speed
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C
Avoid wearing protective trousers on warm days
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D
Replace the legal requirement to wear a helmet
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QUESTION 19 / 25
What is the purpose of a pre-ride POWDER-style check?
Choose one answer below.
A
Check the motorcycle is roadworthy before moving
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B
Measure the rider's theory-test score in advance
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C
Decide whether the road has a bus lane ahead
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D
Replace insurance, tax and registration duties
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QUESTION 20 / 25
Why are motorcycle tyres especially important?
Choose one answer below.
A
They are the only road contact for grip and steering
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B
They decide the colour scheme used on road signs
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C
They make L plates unnecessary on learner bikes
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D
They remove the need to check brakes before riding
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QUESTION 21 / 25
On which side of the road do vehicles normally drive in Ireland?
Choose one answer below.
A
The left
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B
The right
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C
The centre line
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D
Whichever side has fewer potholes
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QUESTION 22 / 25
What must you do at a Stop sign and stop line?
Choose one answer below.
A
Stop completely and proceed only when safe
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B
Slow down only if another vehicle is visible
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C
Continue if you are on a motorcycle
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D
Sound the horn and keep moving
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QUESTION 23 / 25
What does a Yield sign require you to do?
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A
Give way to major-road traffic; move when safe
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B
Always stop for exactly ten seconds every time
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C
Speed up to merge ahead of other traffic
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D
Ignore traffic approaching from your right
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QUESTION 24 / 25
What shape and colour are many Irish warning signs?
Choose one answer below.
A
Yellow diamond signs
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B
Blue octagonal signs
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C
Black circular signs only
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D
Green rectangular signs only
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QUESTION 25 / 25
In what units are Irish road speed limits shown?
Choose one answer below.
A
Kilometres per hour
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B
Miles per hour
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C
Metres per second
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D
Engine revolutions per minute
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