New Jersey Motorcycle: Penalties & Licensing Practice Test

Question 1

A New Jersey motorcycle examination permit holder is barred from riding where?

Accepted Answer

On any toll road or limited-access highway — Permit holders may not ride on any toll road or limited-access highway.

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On any two-lane road

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On roads with traffic signals

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In school zones

Question 2

How can a rider avoid the 500cc size restriction after testing on a smaller motorcycle?

Accepted Answer

Complete an approved Motorcycle Safety Education Program course — Completing an approved Motorcycle Safety Education Program course exempts a rider from the size restriction.

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Wait one year after passing the road test

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Pay an extra registration fee

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Pass a second vision test

Question 3

How long must you practice with a permit before you can take the road test?

Accepted Answer

At least 20 days — A permit holder must practice for at least 20 days before becoming eligible for the road test.

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At least 24 hours

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At least 5 days

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At least 90 days

Question 4

What is true about motorcycle inspection in New Jersey?

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Bikes are not inspected, but police may still check equipment at the roadside — Motorcycles are no longer inspected, but police may still perform a roadside inspection and cite equipment that is out of compliance.

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Motorcycles must pass inspection every year

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Only bikes over 500cc are inspected

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Inspection is required only for new motorcycles

Question 5

Does a New Jersey motorcycle permit holder need an accompanying rider while practicing?

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No, an accompanying rider is no longer required — An accompanying rider is no longer required for a motorcycle permit holder practicing for the road test.

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Yes, a licensed rider must always be alongside

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Yes, but only after dark

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Yes, an instructor must follow in a car

Question 6

What happens if you stall the motorcycle during the MVC skills test?

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You fail the test — Stalling the motorcycle during the skills test results in a failing score.

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You get one warning first

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Points are added but you may continue

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The test is paused and restarted

Question 7

Where may a low-speed motorcycle NOT be ridden in New Jersey?

Accepted Answer

On toll roads, limited-access highways, or roads posted above 35 mph — Low-speed motorcycles are banned from toll roads, limited-access highways, and any public road posted above 35 mph.

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Only on unpaved roads

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On any road after dark

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On residential streets only

Question 8

A rider restricted to motorcycles of 500cc or less must do what while riding?

Accepted Answer

Carry the MVC-issued restriction card — Riders with the size restriction have a "5" noted on their license and must carry the MVC-issued restriction card when riding.

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Ride only on weekends

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Display a special decal on the bike

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Keep a passenger with them

Question 9

How must a motorcycle's license plate be displayed in New Jersey?

Accepted Answer

A single plate on the rear at all times — The motorcycle must display a single plate, mounted at the rear whenever it is on the road.

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Two plates, front and rear

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One plate on the front fork

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A plate only when carrying a passenger

Question 10

Who must hold a New Jersey motorcycle license or a motorcycle endorsement?

Accepted Answer

Any resident who rides a motorcycle or trike on public roads — Any resident who operates a motorcycle or trike on public roads needs either a motorcycle license or an endorsement added to a basic or commercial license.

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Only riders younger than 21

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Only riders of bikes larger than 500cc

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Only riders who have no car license

Question 11

What is New Jersey's annual motorcycle registration fee?

Accepted Answer

$65 — The state's yearly motorcycle registration fee is $65.

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$5

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$25

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$150

Question 12

What must anyone under 18 do before receiving a motorcycle endorsement in New Jersey?

Accepted Answer

Complete the Motorcycle Safety Education Basic Rider Course — Riders under 18 are required to complete the Motorcycle Safety Education Program Basic Rider Course before getting an endorsement.

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Pay a doubled permit fee

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Own a motorcycle of at least 500cc

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Ride for two years on a permit

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Study questions with answers

1. A New Jersey motorcycle examination permit holder is barred from riding where?

2. How can a rider avoid the 500cc size restriction after testing on a smaller motorcycle?

3. How long must you practice with a permit before you can take the road test?

4. What is true about motorcycle inspection in New Jersey?

5. Does a New Jersey motorcycle permit holder need an accompanying rider while practicing?

6. What happens if you stall the motorcycle during the MVC skills test?

7. Where may a low-speed motorcycle NOT be ridden in New Jersey?

8. A rider restricted to motorcycles of 500cc or less must do what while riding?

9. How must a motorcycle's license plate be displayed in New Jersey?

10. Who must hold a New Jersey motorcycle license or a motorcycle endorsement?

11. What is New Jersey's annual motorcycle registration fee?

12. What must anyone under 18 do before receiving a motorcycle endorsement in New Jersey?

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