New Hampshire motorcycle permit test

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

New Hampshire motorcycle rules

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

  • In New Hampshire, who is required by law to wear protective headgear on a motorcycle? Anyone under 18, whether driving or riding
  • In New Hampshire, applicants for a motorcycle license must be at least: 16 years old
  • In New Hampshire, a motorcycle learner's permit is valid for how long from the date of issuance or renewal? 45 days
  • In New Hampshire, how many times may a motorcycle learner's permit be renewed? One time
  • In New Hampshire, when may a motorcycle learner's permit holder ride? After sunrise and before sunset
  • In New Hampshire, may a motorcycle learner's permit holder carry a passenger? No, permit holders may not carry any passengers
  • In New Hampshire, what must any motorcycle license applicant under 18 successfully complete? A motorcycle Basic Rider Class
  • In New Hampshire, what happens to an applicant who fails the motorcycle skills test twice? They are required to take a motorcycle rider training class