Kentucky motorcycle permit test

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

Kentucky motorcycle rules

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

  • In Kentucky, who may legally operate a motorcycle without a helmet? A rider over 21 who has held a motorcycle license for one year or more
  • In Kentucky, what must a motorcycle operator use, in the manner prescribed by the Transportation Cabinet? An approved eye-protection device
  • In Kentucky, how long is a motorcycle instruction permit valid, and can it be renewed? 1 year, and it can be renewed once
  • In Kentucky, may a rider operating on a motorcycle instruction permit carry passengers? No, permit holders are not authorized to carry passengers
  • In Kentucky, which tests may be waived after completing a Motorcycle Safety Education Program (MSEP) course? The motorcycle written and skills tests
  • In Kentucky, it is unlawful to operate or ride as a passenger on a motorcycle that does not have what permanently attached? A seat or footrest
  • In Kentucky, what is the minimum age at which a person holding a valid Intermediate License may have Class M (motorcycle) added to it? 16