Hong Kong Part A Written Test - Motorcycle

What is the passing requirement for the Hong Kong Part A Written Test?

• AAt least 10 correct answers out of 20
• BAt least 16 correct answers out of 20
• CAt least 18 correct answers out of 25
• DAll 20 questions must be answered correctly

How much time is allowed for the Hong Kong Part A Written Test?

• A10 minutes
• B20 minutes
• C30 minutes
• D45 minutes

The Hong Kong Part A Written Test questions are mainly based on which source?

• AThe Road Users' Code
• BA motorcycle repair manual
• CThe taxi operation booklet only
• DA private driving school's marketing brochure

For a first-time motor cycle applicant, what comes before applying for a motorcycle learner's driving licence?

• ABuying any motorcycle and riding on public roads
• BPassing the taxi written test
• CTaking the Part A Written Test and Part B Competence Test after designated-school training
• DCompleting a full driving licence application

Which sequence best describes the motorcycle driving tests listed by the Transport Department?

• APart C road test, then Part A written test, then Part B competence test
• BPart A written test, Part B competence test, then Part C road test
• COnly a road test is required for motorcycles
• DTaxi written test, road test, then competence test

After passing the motorcycle driving test, what licence stage normally comes before a full motorcycle driving licence?

• AA probationary driving licence
• BA taxi licence
• CA goods vehicle licence
• DNo licence stage; the full licence is automatic

What must a rider and pillion passenger wear when riding a motorcycle in Hong Kong?

• AAny hat that covers the hair
• BAn approved safety helmet that is securely fastened
• CA reflective vest instead of a helmet
• DA helmet only on expressways

What should you do with a helmet that has suffered a hard knock?

• AKeep using it if the outside paint still looks new
• BReplace it even if surface damage is not visible
• CUse it only for short journeys
• DUse it only with a tinted visor

When should tinted visors or tinted goggles be avoided?

• AAt night or in poor visibility
• BOnly when riding uphill
• COnly when carrying a passenger
• DOnly during the Part A Written Test

Which clothing choice best follows Road Users' Code advice for motorcycle riders?

• AShorts and a short-sleeved shirt in hot weather
• BLight-coloured, reflective or fluorescent protective clothing
• CDark clothing that blends into traffic
• DLoose clothing that can flap in the wind

While riding a motorcycle on the road, what is the rule about earphones?

• AThey are allowed if only one ear is covered
• BThey are allowed only below 50 km/h
• CYou must not wear earphones of any audio device
• DThey are required when using navigation

Where must a motorcycle not be ridden?

• AOn a footway, pedestrian-only road, footpath, or public open space
• BIn any tunnel area, even when signs permit traffic
• COn all dual carriageways
• DOn any road with buses

What should a motorcycle rider do with front lamps, headlamps, and rear lamps while riding?

• AUse them only at night
• BTurn them on at all times, including daytime
• CUse only the rear lamp during daytime
• DUse them only on expressways

A learner motorcycle rider practising on roads must display what?

• AApproved L plates at the front and rear
• BOnly one L plate at the rear
• CA P plate instead of L plates
• DNo plates if riding slowly

Can a learner motorcycle rider carry a passenger while practising on roads?

• AYes, if the passenger wears a helmet
• BYes, if the passenger is over 18
• CNo, learner riders are not allowed to carry any passenger
• DYes, but only during daytime

Under normal traffic conditions, where should a motorcycle generally be positioned within its lane?

• ATight against the kerb
• BOn the right-hand side of the traffic lane, just left of the lane or centre line
• CStraddling the lane line
• DOn the pavement edge

When waiting in slow-moving traffic, which motorcycle position helps other drivers notice you?

• ANear the centre of the lane
• BBetween parked cars and the kerb
• CHidden directly beside a bus
• DOn the zigzag area of a crossing

What should a rider do before moving off, changing direction, changing lane, or overtaking?

• ARely only on mirrors
• BUse mirrors and look over the shoulder to check the blind spot
• CSound the horn continuously
• DMove first and signal later

What is the safest response to abrupt braking, hard acceleration, or sudden steering on a motorcycle?

• AAvoid abrupt changes by planning ahead and acting smoothly
• BUse abrupt changes to show other drivers your intentions
• CBrake fiercely whenever traffic is uncertain
• DAccelerate hard before every bend

How should you use a motorcycle horn?

• AOnly as a warning of danger to other road users
• BTo rebuke a slow driver
• CTo greet friends on the roadside
• DWhenever traffic is temporarily stopped

After completing a turn or lane change, what should you do with your direction indicator?

• ALeave it on until your next turn
• BCancel it after the manoeuvre is complete
• CSwitch to hazard lights
• DFlash the headlamp instead

What is the default maximum speed on Hong Kong roads unless signs show otherwise?

• A30 km/h
• B50 km/h
• C70 km/h
• D90 km/h

In good conditions, what practical rule helps judge a following gap on faster roads?

• AThe two-second rule
• BThe one-wheel rule
• CThe horn-before-braking rule
• DThe half-car-length rule

At a red traffic light, where must you stop?

• APast the crossing so you can see better
• BBehind the Stop line
• CIn the box junction
• DBeside the first vehicle in the lane

What does an amber traffic light mean when you are approaching a junction?

• ASpeed up to beat the red light
• BStop unless you are so close that sudden stopping might cause an accident
• CTurn only if no police officer is present
• DIgnore it because amber is advisory only

At a Stop sign and Stop line, what must you do?

• ASlow only if traffic is visible
• BStop behind the Stop line even if there is no traffic on the major road
• CStop only if pedestrians are already crossing
• DTreat it the same as a green traffic light

At a Give Way sign and Give Way lines, what is required?

• AGive way to traffic on the major road and stop if necessary
• BAlways stop for five seconds
• CProceed first because motorcycles are smaller
• DSound the horn and continue

When entering a roundabout, whom must you normally give way to?

• ATraffic on your immediate right inside the roundabout
• BOnly vehicles behind you
• COnly pedestrians on the far side of the roundabout
• DNo one, because entering traffic has priority

What must you do for a pedestrian who has stepped onto a zebra crossing?

• AGive way
• BFlash your headlamp to make the pedestrian run
• CRide around the pedestrian within the zigzag area
• DSound the horn and continue at the same speed

When roads are wet, how should you adjust your braking-distance allowance?

• AReduce it because water cools the brakes
• BKeep exactly the same gap as on dry roads
• CAt least double the allowance
• DFollow closer so spray does not block your view

Why is riding close to the kerb often unsafe for a motorcyclist?

• AIt makes the motorcycle use less fuel
• BIt exposes the rider to pedestrians stepping out, opening doors, and vehicles turning lef…
• CIt always gives the rider the best view of the road ahead
• DIt is required on all two-way roads

In slow or stopped traffic, when may a motorcycle ride slowly through gaps?

• AWhenever the motorcycle physically fits, regardless of pedestrians
• BOnly if the gap can be used without danger and the rider watches closely for pedestrians…
• COnly by crossing into oncoming traffic
• DNever, even if traffic is stopped and there is a clear safe gap

Outside slow-moving or stopped traffic, how should a motorcycle normally overtake another vehicle?

• ABy sharing the same traffic lane with the vehicle
• BIn the normal way using the traffic lane on the right
• CBy using the hard shoulder
• DBy passing on the footway

Why can wet manhole covers, metal road studs, and road markings be especially hazardous to motorcyclists?

• AThey can become slippery and may affect tyre grip or front-wheel tracking
• BThey always increase tyre grip
• CThey legally give motorcycles priority
• DThey only affect four-wheeled vehicles

A motorcycle has a cylinder capacity below 125 cc. What expressway rule applies?

• AIt may use expressways only in the left lane
• BIt must not be ridden on an expressway
• CIt may use expressways only at night
• DIt may use expressways if the rider wears reflective clothing

A solely electric motorcycle has rated power below 3 kW. What is the expressway rule?

• AIt may use expressways only if its battery is fully charged
• BIt must not be ridden on an expressway
• CIt may use expressways if it stays below 50 km/h
• DIt may use expressways only during the driving test

What is the correct rule for a probationary motorcycle rider on roads with a speed limit above 70 km/h?

• AThe rider may drive at the posted limit if traffic is light
• BThe rider must not exceed 70 km/h
• CThe rider must drive exactly 70 km/h
• DThe rider may exceed 70 km/h only when overtaking

Which passenger restriction applies to probationary motorcycle riders?

• AThey may carry one passenger if both wear helmets
• BThey may carry passengers only on Sundays
• CThey are not allowed to carry any passenger on the motorcycle or motor tricycle they are…
• DThey may carry a passenger only below 50 km/h

Where must a probationary motorcycle rider display P plates?

• AOnly on the rear
• BAt the front and rear of the motorcycle or motor tricycle
• COnly on the rider's jacket
• DOnly inside the helmet visor

What is the basic duration of the probationary driving period for motorcycle and motor tricycle classes?

• AAt least 3 months
• BAt least 6 months
• CAt least 12 months
• DAt least 36 months

What should a rider do if carrying a pillion passenger?

• ARide with more caution and avoid sudden speed or direction changes
• BUse sudden acceleration so the passenger learns to balance
• CLet the passenger lean aside to see ahead
• DTell the passenger to place feet on the ground when stopping

How should a pillion passenger position their body through bends and corners?

• ALean to the side to see ahead
• BKeep the body in line with the rider
• CStand on the footrests
• DShift suddenly toward the outside of the bend

Which statement about carrying passengers on a motorcycle is correct?

• AA rider may carry any number of passengers if the motorcycle has enough power
• BA rider must not carry more than one passenger unless there is a sidecar
• CA child under 8 may always ride as a pillion passenger
• DA passenger may sit anywhere if wearing a helmet

A motorcycle load or storage box should not be wider than what?

• AThe rider's shoulders
• BThe factory-fitted handlebars
• CThe lane line width
• DThe rear tyre

What is the maximum gross vehicle weight stated in the Road Users' Code for a motorcycle?

• A250 kg
• B500 kg
• C600 kg
• D1,200 kg

At a signalised junction with a right-turn pocket, what must a right-turning rider do when the full green light is on but there is oncoming traffic?

• AProceed into the pocket and turn only when there is a safe gap
• BTurn immediately because full green always stops oncoming traffic
• CWait behind the start of the lane until the next red light
• DRide onto the pedestrian crossing to wait

When turning right at a junction with an oncoming vehicle also turning right, what is the usual passing method unless signs or markings say otherwise?

• AKeep the oncoming vehicle to your left and pass in front of it
• BPass behind the oncoming vehicle on its offside
• CStop and wait until the oncoming driver waves you through
• DUse the left footway to avoid conflict

What should you do if traffic lights at a junction are not working?

• ATreat the junction as uncontrolled and proceed at normal speed
• BSlow down or stop as necessary and proceed with extreme caution as at a non-signalised ju…
• CUse the horn to claim priority
• DFollow the vehicle ahead without looking