California DMV Motorcycle Practice Test 2025 CA Class M License Permit Test [PDF]: Try our free Motorcycle Driver (Class M License) official written exam practice test. The Department of Motor Vehicles, California is responsible for issuing driving CA Motorcycle Class M License on behalf of the Department of the cabinet-level California State Transportation Agency.
Before getting a CA Class M License Permit in California, you must pass a knowledge test. The basic rules of the road contained in the California Vehicle Code apply to all two-wheel vehicles including, but not limited to, motorcycles, motor-driven cycles, mopeds, or motorized bicycles.
Minibikes, tote goats, trail bikes, and similar vehicles may fall within the definition of a motorcycle, motor-driven cycle, or motorized bicycle. If any of these vehicles are operated on a highway, they must meet applicable equipment, registration, financial responsibility, licensing, and operational requirements, if appropriate.
California DMV Motorcycle Practice Test 2025
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CA Class M License Permit Test [PDF]
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Class M License
Class M1—You may operate any two-wheel motorcycle, motor-driven cycle, or motorized scooter and all vehicles listed under Class M2.
Class M2—You may operate any motorized bicycle, moped, or motorized scooter.
California DMV Motorcycle Test
Written Test
Test | CA DMV Motorcycle Knowledge Test |
Administered by | California DMV |
Total Items | 25 Motorcycle Knowledge Questions |
Question Type | MCQs |
Exam Mode | Online Test |
Minimum Passing Marks | Must correct 20 answers out of 25 |
Time Limit | No Limit |
Fees | $39 for Instruction Permit |
Negative marking | NO penalty for an incorrect answer |
Safe riding requires knowledge and skill. Testing two-wheel vehicle operators is the best measurement of the skills necessary to operate safely in traffic because people often overestimate their own abilities. DMV’s licensing tests are designed to be scored objectively.
To obtain your DL, you will be required to pass the driver knowledge test, motorcycle knowledge test, knowledge test(s) for any other license class(es) requested, and pass a motorcycle skills test or obtain a Certificate of Completion of Motorcycle Training (DL 389) as defined in the California Motorcyclist Safety Program Training Course section.
AGE | Driver Knowledge Test | Motorcycle Knowledge Test |
Skills Test |
15½ to 17½ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
18 to 21 |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
21 or older |
✗ |
✗ |
✗ |
✗ CA DMV encouraged to enroll in the California Motorcyclist Safety Program (CMSP) training course.
Motorcycle Skills Test
Basic vehicle control skills are included in the motorcycle skills test to determine your ability to maneuver in normal traffic situations. The skills test may be waived for a person presenting a valid DL 389; however, you may be required to perform an observation test when applying for a motorcycle-only (Class M1/M2) license. The motorcycle skills test allows the rider to demonstrate his or her ability to control the motorcycle through several skills. A
California DMV Motorcycle Study Guide
California DMV Knowledge test questions are based on information in this handbook and the California Driver Handbook. The motorcycle skills test is conducted in either an actual traffic environment or in a controlled off-street area.
- https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/driver-handbooks/
- dmv.ca.gov/knowledge-and-drive-test-preparation
- https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/driver-education-and-safety/educational-materials/sample-driver-license-dl-knowledge-tests/
- Video Study Guide: https://www.youtube.com/user/CaliforniaDMV