California motorcycle permit test

Practice for the California motorcycle knowledge test: the state's own motorcycle rules plus national riding-safety questions from the Motorcycle Operator Manual.

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California motorcycle rules

Each rule comes from an official state source. Rules change — check the current manual before your test.

In California, who must wear a U.S. DOT compliant motorcycle helmet? All riders and passengers
In California, motorcycle license applicants under what age must complete a California Motorcyclist Safety Program (CMSP) training course? 21
In California, an applicant under 21 must hold the M1 or M2 instruction permit for how long before getting a motorcycle license? Six months
In California, which is a restriction on an M1/M2 instruction permit? No carrying passengers, no freeway driving and no nighttime driving
In California, a Class M2 license allows you to operate: Only a motorized bicycle, moped, or motorized scooter
In California, a DL 389 certificate used to waive the motorcycle skills test must be submitted to DMV within: 12 months