Tennessee motorcycle permit test

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

Tennessee motorcycle rules

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

  • In Tennessee, what is the minimum age to hold a Motorcycle Operator (Class M) License? 16 years
  • In Tennessee, the Motorcycle Learner Permit is a special permit for minors of what age? 15 years
  • In Tennessee, what is the maximum engine size of a motorcycle a Motorcycle Learner Permit holder may ride? 650cc
  • In Tennessee, during which hours may a Motorcycle Learner Permit holder ride? Between 4 a.m. and 8 p.m. only
  • In Tennessee, how far from home may a Motorcycle Learner Permit holder ride? Within a 7-mile radius
  • In Tennessee, what is the rule on carrying passengers for a Motorcycle Learner Permit holder? The permit holder must not carry passengers
  • In Tennessee, how long is a Motorcycle Learner Permit valid? 1 year from issuance
  • In Tennessee, if you hold a regular (Class D) driver license and successfully complete a Tennessee Motorcycle Rider Education Program (MREP) course, which tests are you excused from? Both the motorcycle knowledge and road skills tests