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Maryland Motorcycle Test Sample Questions

Real, Maryland-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 Maryland motorcycle practice test to test yourself instead of just reading the answers.

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1. Where can a Maryland 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 a Maryland motorcycle safety course waive the MVA'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 Maryland?

AYes, but only on interstate highways during congestion
BYes, lane splitting is fully legal statewide, any road
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 Maryland's Class M motorcycle knowledge test, and what's the passing score?

A50 questions, with 40 correct required to pass
B25 questions, with at least 22 correct (88%) to pass
C25 questions, with a perfect score required to pass
D10 questions, with 8 correct required to pass
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5. How does a passenger change a motorcycle's handling compared to riding solo?

AIt has no measurable effect on handling or stopping distance
BIt adds weight that lengthens stopping distance and shifts balance
CIt only affects fuel economy, not handling
DIt makes the motorcycle easier to lean into turns
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6. Who must wear a helmet while riding a motorcycle in Maryland?

AOnly riders under 21
BOnly passengers, not the operator
CEvery operator and passenger, regardless of age or experience
DOnly operators without a completed rider training course
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7. Why do wet metal surfaces like railroad tracks or steel bridge grates present a distinct hazard for riders?

AThey have no effect on motorcycle traction at all
BThey only matter for riders on cruiser-style motorcycles
CThey can be significantly more slippery than the surrounding pavement
DThey are only a hazard for car tires, not motorcycles