Washington DOL Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 2025

There are 25 questions on the Washington DOL motorcycle test, and you will need to answer at least 20 correctly to get a passing score (80%). The questions in our sample tests are nearly identical to those on the official WA MC test.

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What to expect on the official WA motorcycle permit test

Number of
questions:

Correct answers
needed to pass:

Passing
score:

80%

Minimum age
to apply:

16years

Sample practice test

A windshield ____ a substitute for a face shield or goggles.

AIs

BIs not

Before entering a tunnel you should:

ATurn on the emergecy channel on the radio

BTake off your sunglasses

CHonk your horn

DTurn on your hazard lights

Which of the following is the best approach to an emergency?

ABrake immediately

BSwerve immediately

CNeither

If you double your speed, the braking distance will:

AIncrease by two times

BIncrease by four times

CIncrease by eight times

DRemain the same

Which of the following is FALSE? A skilled and experienced rider:

ACan react quickly and properly to a tight spot

BKnows about collision-avoidance maneuvers

CCan get out of all tight spots

You've notified the emergency services about a crash scene where there's a badly wounded motorcyclist. What should you do next?

ACheck if his/her airway is open

BNothing, wait for the emergency services to arrive

CCheck if he/she is bleeding or has any bruises

DLook for any witnesses

Should you switch between using the front and rear brake to prevent uneven wear?

AYes

BNo

How can you adjust for merging vehices on an entrance ramp to the highway?

AStay in lane but speed up to end up before the merging vehicle

BChange to an adjacent lane, if open

CDo nothing, it's the responsibility of the merging vehicle to do it safely

Most motorcycle collisions involve riders who:

AOverbrake the front tire and underbrake the rear

BUnderbrake the front tire and overbrake the rear

The closer you ride to the vehicle in front:

AThe less you will see of the road ahead

BThe more you will see of the road ahead

CWon't change your view of the road ahead

Which brake(s) should you use when riding on slippery surfaces?

AThe front brake

BThe rear brake

CBoth brakes

When you carry a load on a motorcycle, the load should be placed:

ALow

BHigh

In which of the following situations is it especially important to flash your brake lights before slowing down?

AWhere others may not expect you to slow down

BFor any tight or fast turns off high-speed roads

CBoth of the above

Why is it vital to secure any load with elastic cords?

ATight loads won't come loose and fall or catch in the wheel or chain

BElastic cords make it so you never have to check the load

CBoth of the above

The probability of a serious accident ____ if you drink and drive.

AIncreases

BIsn’t affected

CDecreases

There’s a stopped car with its brake lights activated on the road shoulder ahead. What should you keep in mind when passing the car?

ANothing, maintain your speed and drive past

BBe alert, increase your speed and drive past

CBe alert, reduce your speed and if possible move into the left position of your lane

Which of the following alcoholic drinks is the strongest?

A1 1/ -ounce of 80-proof liquor

B5-ounce glass of 12% wine

C12-ounce glass of 5% beer

DThey are the same

Which of the following is FALSE?

AYou need enough space around your motorcycle so you can take evasive action if needed

BYou should ride next to passenger vehicles or trucks for as long as you can

CYou should ride with headlights on at all times, if possible

Why should you be careful around a stopped bus?

AThe bus might have broken down

BPedestrians may try to cross the road unexpectedly

CThe bus may remain stationary and cause a traffic jam

Which of the following is an advantage of an adequate following distance?

AYou will get a better view of potholes and other road hazards

BYou will always have enough space to stop or swerve if the driver ahead stops suddenly

CYou will always be able to stop in all conditions

Is the Washington Motorcycle Written Test Hard?

Like any written test, that depends on how well you prepared. Our goal at Zutobi is to make sure you are completely prepared and confident when you sit down for your test. That is why we designed our lessons to be easy to learn and, therefore, easy to remember. Our bite-sized pieces of information are broken down by useful visuals so you can easily recall what you’ve learned.

Pass Your 2025 Washington DMV Motorcycle Permit Test with Zutobi

Zutobi is specially designed to help you learn to ride a motorcycle safely and pass your permit test all in an engaging, fun way. Here is how we can help you:

We offer Washington motorcycle practice tests that look like the real written exam to fully prepare you for test day.
Our fun learning levels will keep you engaged and motivated as you earn points and level-up.

Answers and explanations to all of our questions are provided to help you learn from your mistakes.
From traffic laws to road signs, our test-relevant material will help you earn a passing score and keep you safe on the road.

How Can I Get My Motorcycle License in Washington?

After you’ve taken and passed your permit test, here are your next steps towards getting your motorcycle license:

You must be at least 16 years old to apply for a 2W license endorsement. If you’re under 18, you must have a signed parental consent form before applying.
Once you have your permit, if you are 18 or older, you can apply for a 2W endorsement two ways.
Option 1: Take a 2W motorcycle safety course. Once you pass, you must wait 3 business days for your results to be uploaded before you can apply for an endorsement.
Keep in mind, you must have the endorsement added to your license within 180 days of completing the safety course, otherwise you will have to retake the course.
Option 2: You can take the knowledge and skills tests at an approved motorcycle safety school. The same rules apply when getting your endorsement; you have to wait 3 days for the results, and you have 180 days to add the endorsement to your license.
If you’re under 18, you must pass an approved rider course before you apply for an endorsement, and you will need parental consent when you apply.

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