NSW Rider Knowledge Test (RKT)

What is the default speed limit in a NSW built-up area unless another limit is posted?

• A50 km/h
• B60 km/h
• C70 km/h
• D40 km/h

What is the speed limit in a NSW school zone during operative hours?

• A30 km/h
• B40 km/h
• C50 km/h
• D25 km/h

What blood alcohol concentration (BAC) must a learner motorcycle rider maintain in NSW?

• AUnder 0.02%
• BUnder 0.05%
• CZero (0.00%)
• DUnder 0.08%

When approaching a roundabout, who do you give way to?

• AVehicles approaching from your right only
• BVehicles approaching from your left only
• CNo one — the first to reach the roundabout has priority
• DAll vehicles already inside the roundabout

A red traffic light with a green left-turn arrow is showing. What does this mean?

• AYou must stop and wait for a full green light before turning left
• BYou may turn left after giving way to pedestrians and cross-traffic with a green signal
• CYou may turn left without stopping or giving way to anyone
• DYou must yield only to pedestrians, not to other vehicles

What does a yellow traffic signal mean for a motorcycle rider approaching an intersection in NSW?

• AStop if it is safe to do so; only proceed if stopping would be unsafe
• BSlow down and prepare to stop, but you may always continue through
• CAccelerate to clear the intersection before the light turns red
• DThe same as a red light — stop immediately

As a motorcycle rider, what is the recommended minimum following distance behind another vehicle in normal conditions?

• A1 second
• B2 seconds
• C5 seconds
• D3 seconds

Which of the following best describes the low-risk riding strategy recommended in NSW?

• ARide as fast as permitted to minimise time on the road
• BStay close behind larger vehicles for slipstream protection
• CAdjust speed and position to give yourself time and space to respond to hazards
• DOnly focus on what is directly ahead; mirrors are rarely necessary

What does a 'Give Way' sign (an inverted red-and-white triangle) require you to do?

• AStop completely regardless of whether other vehicles are present
• BYield only to vehicles approaching from your right
• CSlow down and give way to all vehicles and pedestrians on the road you are entering
• DProceed normally but be alert for merging traffic

What shape and colour is a NSW regulatory 'Stop' sign?

• ATriangular, red border with white background
• BCircular, red border with white background
• CSquare, white background with red text
• DOctagonal (8-sided), red background with white text

When must you use your headlight on a motorcycle in NSW?

• ABetween sunset and sunrise, and whenever visibility is reduced
• BOnly at night when visibility is less than 100 metres
• COnly when riding on a highway or freeway
• DHeadlights are optional on motorcycles during daylight hours

You are riding at night on a wet road. Compared to dry daytime conditions, how should you adjust your following distance?

• AKeep the same distance — modern tyres handle wet roads well
• BIncrease it significantly — wet roads extend stopping distances and visibility is reduced
• CReduce it to see the vehicle ahead more clearly in the dark
• DDouble your speed to clear the wet section quickly

Which warning sign alerts you to a curved road ahead in NSW?

• AA circular red-bordered sign with a curved arrow
• BA rectangular blue sign with a curved line
• CAn octagonal red sign with a bend symbol
• DA yellow diamond-shaped sign with a curved-arrow symbol

What is the safest lane position for a motorcycle rider when travelling through an intersection?

• AThe far-left of the lane, as close to the kerb as possible
• BThe centre of the lane at all times, regardless of the situation
• CA position that maximises visibility to other road users and provides the best view of po…
• DAs far right as possible to be closer to oncoming traffic sightlines

What does a flashing red traffic light require you to do in NSW?

• ASlow down and proceed with caution without stopping
• BStop completely, then proceed when it is safe — treat it as a Stop sign
• CWait until the light turns solid green before proceeding
• DSound your horn to warn other road users, then proceed

What signs warn motorcyclists of a 'Slippery Road' hazard ahead in NSW?

• AA yellow diamond sign showing a vehicle skidding (squiggly-line symbol)
• BA rectangular orange sign with the word 'SLIPPERY'
• CA circular blue sign with a skid symbol
• DA triangular red-border sign with parallel wavy lines

You are riding toward a railway level crossing with flashing red lights. What must you do?

• AStop before the stop line and wait until the lights stop flashing and it is safe to cross
• BSlow to 40 km/h and cross quickly if no train is visible
• CStop only if the boom gate is lowering
• DProceed if the lights just started flashing, as the train is still far away

How does fatigue affect a motorcycle rider's ability to ride safely?

• AIt only causes mild drowsiness and can be overcome by riding faster to stay alert
• BIt mainly affects vision at night but has little effect during daylight hours
• CIt slows reaction times, impairs judgement, and reduces concentration — effects similar t…
• DFatigue only becomes dangerous after 12 or more continuous hours of riding

What is the best action when you feel fatigued while riding on a long trip?

• ADrink a caffeinated beverage and continue riding
• BPull over somewhere safe and take a 15-20 minute rest break
• COpen your visor to let in cold air and ride faster to finish sooner
• DReduce your speed by 10 km/h and ride until you reach the next town

In NSW, what does a 'No Overtaking' sign look like?

• AA circular sign with a red border and two horizontal lines
• BA yellow diamond sign with a vehicle passing symbol crossed out
• CA triangular red-border sign with an overtaking vehicle symbol
• DA rectangular white sign with two parallel arrows (one black, one red with a cross) and t…

When is it legal to use a continuous yellow centre line to overtake another vehicle in NSW?

• AOnly when the vehicle ahead is travelling more than 20 km/h below the speed limit
• BNever — a continuous yellow centre line means overtaking is prohibited
• COnly if you can complete the overtake in under 5 seconds
• DWhen there is no oncoming traffic visible

What does a 'Pedestrian Crossing' (zebra crossing) sign look like in NSW, and what must a rider do when approaching one?

• AA yellow diamond with a walking-person symbol; only stop if a pedestrian is already more…
• BA circular blue sign with a walking person; stop only if a pedestrian waves you down
• CA rectangular green sign; slow to 40 km/h but do not need to stop if the crossing is clear
• DA rectangular black-and-white striped sign; give way to any pedestrian on or entering the…

In NSW, which colour road stud (cat's eye) indicates the LEFT edge of the carriageway?

• AYellow or red
• BWhite
• CGreen
• DBlue

What does an 'Advisory Speed' sign (a yellow rectangle with a speed figure) indicate to a motorcycle rider?

• AA mandatory maximum speed for that section of road
• BA minimum speed that must be maintained
• CA recommended safe speed for the road feature ahead, not a legal speed limit
• DThe speed limit in wet weather only

When riding over a painted road surface such as a zebra crossing or painted median in wet weather, how should a motorcycle rider adjust their approach?

• AAccelerate slightly to maintain traction through the slippery section
• BLean the motorcycle aggressively to avoid the painted area completely
• CReduce speed, avoid braking sharply on the painted surface, and ride as upright as possib…
• DNo adjustment is needed — painted surfaces have the same grip as regular asphalt in all c…

What is the maximum speed a learner motorcycle rider is permitted to travel in NSW, regardless of the posted limit?

• A90 km/h
• B80 km/h
• C100 km/h
• D110 km/h

How many demerit points can a learner or P1 provisional motorcycle rider accumulate before their licence is suspended in NSW?

• A7 points
• B13 points
• C3 points
• D4 points

What is the fine for illegally using a mobile phone while riding a motorcycle in NSW (as of 2025-2026)?

• A$200 and 3 demerit points
• B$423 and 5 demerit points
• C$150 and 2 demerit points
• D$600 and 6 demerit points

In NSW, can a motorcycle legally park on a footpath?

• AYes, motorcycles may always park on footpaths unless a sign prohibits it
• BNo, motorcycles must never park on footpaths under any circumstances
• CYes, motorcycles may park on footpaths in residential areas only
• DYes, but only where a sign specifically permits footpath parking

What is the maximum blood alcohol concentration (BAC) for a fully unrestricted motorcycle rider in NSW?

• AUnder 0.08%
• BUnder 0.05%
• CZero (0.00%)
• DUnder 0.02%

In NSW, when must a rider signal before turning at an intersection?

• AOnly when other vehicles are present
• BAt least 5 seconds before the turn regardless of location
• CAt least 30 metres before the turn in a built-up area, or 100 metres outside a built-up a…
• DOnly when turning right, not when turning left

You are travelling at 60 km/h in a 60 km/h zone and exceed the limit by 12 km/h. What is the minimum demerit-point penalty for this offence in NSW?

• A2 demerit points
• B1 demerit point
• C3 demerit points
• D4 demerit points

In NSW, at what distance from a parked vehicle should a motorcycle rider position themselves to avoid being doored?

• AAt least 1 metre from parked vehicles to stay outside the door-opening zone
• BAs close as possible to use the empty lane beside the parked cars
• CDirectly behind the parked vehicle so the driver can see you in their mirror
• DIn the oncoming traffic lane when passing parked cars

What is the minimum age for a pillion passenger on a motorcycle in NSW?

• A5 years old
• B8 years old (unless travelling in a sidecar)
• C12 years old
• D16 years old

What must a learner motorcycle rider display on their motorcycle in NSW?

• AA red L plate on a white background displayed on both front and rear
• BAny clearly visible 'L' plate of any colour on the rear
• CNo plate is required if the rider has completed the pre-learner course
• DAn L plate — black 'L' on an orange/yellow background — displayed on the rear of the moto…

Which of the following is a correct requirement for how a pillion passenger must sit on a motorcycle in NSW?

• ASit in front of the rider and face forward to help with navigation
• BSit sideways on the seat to reduce wind resistance
• CSit behind the rider, face forward, have a leg on each side of the motorcycle, and keep b…
• DLean against the rider's back but does not need to use footpegs

During 'double demerit' periods in NSW, how are demerit points affected for a speeding offence?

• AFines are doubled but demerit points remain the same
• BDemerit points for the offence are doubled
• CBoth fines and demerit points are doubled
• DOnly the licence suspension period is doubled

When turning right from a two-lane road in NSW, which lane should a motorcycle rider normally use?

• AThe right-hand (outer) lane of the carriageway, closest to the centre line
• BThe left-hand lane to keep clear of oncoming traffic
• CEither lane, as long as the rider signals
• DThe centre of the road, straddling both lanes

In NSW, can a motorcycle rider use a transit (T2 or T3) lane?

• ANo, transit lanes are restricted to buses and cars only
• BOnly T3 lanes may be used by motorcycles, not T2 lanes
• CYes, motorcycles are permitted to use T2 and T3 transit lanes
• DMotorcycles may only use transit lanes during peak hours

What is the maximum distance a motorcycle can legally carry a load beyond the rear of the bike in NSW?

• AUp to 150 mm beyond the rear wheel
• BUp to 300 mm beyond the rear wheel
• CAny length, as long as the load is secured and a red flag is attached
• DNo load may extend beyond the rear wheel or the motorcycle's extremities

Can two motorcycle riders legally ride side by side in the same lane in NSW?

• AYes, up to three riders may ride abreast in a single lane
• BNo, motorcycle riders must always ride single-file
• CYes, but no more than two riders abreast and they must be within 1.5 metres of each other
• DOnly in special motorcycle zones or on motorways

A motorcyclist approaches an intersection with no signs, signals, or lane markings where two roads meet at right angles. Which vehicle has right of way?

• AThe vehicle on the left
• BThe vehicle travelling faster
• CThe vehicle that arrived first
• DThe vehicle on the right

In NSW, when must you give way to a bus that is indicating and moving back into traffic from a bus stop?

• AOnly when the bus stop is in a clearway zone
• BWhen the bus is in a 70 km/h or lower speed zone and is indicating to re-enter traffic
• CAt all times and at all speed limits
• DYou are never required to give way to a bus re-entering traffic

In NSW, what is the minimum distance a motorcycle rider must park from the nearest point of a pedestrian crossing?

• A20 metres before the crossing
• B10 metres before the crossing
• C5 metres before the crossing
• DMotorcycles may park anywhere near crossings if a bay is marked

What should a motorcycle rider do when an emergency vehicle (police, ambulance, fire truck) is approaching with lights and sirens active?

• ASpeed up to stay ahead of the emergency vehicle
• BStop immediately regardless of where you are on the road
• CMaintain speed and course — the emergency vehicle will go around you
• DMove out of the way as safely as possible to allow the emergency vehicle to pass

What helmet standards are approved for motorcycle riders in NSW?

• AAny helmet with a visible sticker or CE marking
• BOnly helmets manufactured in Australia
• CAS/NZS 1698:2006 (or later), AS 1698-1988, ECE 22.05 or ECE 22.06
• DFull-face helmets only — open-face helmets are not permitted

Under the NSW LAMS scheme, which of the following motorcycles is NOT approved for a learner rider?

• AA 750cc sports bike producing 95 kW with a power-to-weight ratio of 210 kW/t
• BA 600cc parallel twin with a power-to-weight ratio of 140 kW/t
• CA 250cc single-cylinder bike listed on the approved-motorcycles list
• DA 400cc bike producing 33 kW with a power-to-weight ratio of 80 kW/t

What does lane filtering mean in NSW, and who is permitted to do it?

• AMoving between lanes of traffic at any speed; all riders including learners may do it
• BMoving between lanes of slow or stopped traffic at less than 30 km/h; only fully-licensed…
• CRiding on the painted median strip to pass stopped cars; permitted for P2 riders
• DRiding between a vehicle and the kerb at less than 30 km/h; permitted for all riders