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Indiana Motorcycle Test Sample Questions

Real, Indiana-specific sample questions from our practice question bank, with the correct answer, a full explanation, and a source reference for each. See our national sample questions for topics that apply to every state, or take the full Indiana motorcycle practice test to test yourself instead of just reading the answers.

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1. Where can an Indiana motorcycle permit applicant find the material the written test is based on?

AA separate manual sold only at private riding schools
BThe federal CDL manual, since it covers all vehicle types
CThere's no official manual; the test only covers signage
DThe state's official Motorcycle Operator Manual
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2. Can an Indiana motorcycle safety course waive the BMV's knowledge and skills tests?

ANo, every applicant must pass both official tests regardless of any course
BA course only waives the knowledge test, never the skills test
CA course only waives the skills test, never the knowledge test
DYes, completing an approved safety course can waive both tests for many applicants
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3. Is lane splitting legal for a motorcyclist in Indiana?

AYes, lane splitting is fully legal statewide, any road
BYes, but only on interstate highways during congestion
CYes, but only during heavy traffic congestion
DNo — a motorcycle must occupy a full lane like any other vehicle
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4. How many questions are on Indiana's motorcycle knowledge test, and what's the passing score?

A25 questions, with at least 21 correct (84%) to pass
B50 questions, with 40 correct required to pass
C25 questions, with a perfect score required to pass
D10 questions, with 8 correct required to pass
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5. What restrictions apply to an Indiana motorcycle learner's permit holder?

ANo restrictions beyond a standard car learner's permit
BOnly a passenger restriction; night riding and helmet use are optional
CA DOT-approved helmet, daylight-only riding, and no passengers
DOnly a curfew restriction after 9 p.m.
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6. Who must wear a helmet while riding a motorcycle in Indiana?

AOnly riders under 21
BEvery operator and passenger, regardless of age or experience
COnly passengers, not the operator
DOnly operators without a completed rider training course
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7. Why do Indiana's rural gravel-shoulder roads present a distinct hazard for riders?

AGravel shoulders have no effect on motorcycle traction at all
BGravel shoulders are only a hazard for car tires, not motorcycles
CRural roads in Indiana never have gravel shoulders
DDrifting onto a loose gravel shoulder can cause a sudden loss of traction