North Macedonia Driving Theory Test — Category A (Motorcycle)

Under North Macedonia's Law on Road Traffic Safety (ZBSP), what is the default maximum speed limit for a motorcycle on roads inside built-up areas (settlements) unless indicated otherwise by signs?

• A50 km/h
• B60 km/h
• C40 km/h
• D70 km/h

What is the general maximum speed limit on motorways (автопат) in North Macedonia for a standard experienced motorcycle rider?

• A110 km/h
• B120 km/h
• C130 km/h
• D140 km/h

On roads reserved exclusively for motor vehicles (мотопат), what is the maximum permissible speed for a motorcycle in North Macedonia?

• A90 km/h
• B100 km/h
• C110 km/h
• D120 km/h

What is the maximum speed limit for a motorcycle on public roads outside settlements that are neither motorways nor expressways?

• A70 km/h
• B80 km/h
• C90 km/h
• D100 km/h

In North Macedonia, what rule applies to motorcycle headlight use during daytime hours in clear weather?

• ADipped-beam headlights or daytime running lights are strictly mandatory at all times
• BHeadlights are required only when riding in fog, rain, or through tunnels
• CHeadlights are recommended but legally optional from sunrise to sunset
• DOnly the parking/position light is required during daylight hours

What alcohol rule applies to a novice motorcycle rider (возач почетник) in North Macedonia?

• ANo alcohol is permitted before riding
• B0.20 g/kg
• C0.50 g/kg
• D0.80 g/kg

For how long is a person classified as a novice driver/rider (возач почетник) following the issuance of their driving licence in North Macedonia?

• A1 year
• B2 years
• C3 years
• D5 years

Unless a lower posted limit applies, what is the general maximum speed for a motorcycle on a motorway in North Macedonia?

• A100 km/h
• B110 km/h
• C120 km/h
• D130 km/h

Unless a lower posted limit applies, what is the general maximum speed for a motorcycle on a road reserved for motor vehicles (мотопат)?

• A80 km/h
• B90 km/h
• C100 km/h
• D110 km/h

Unless a lower posted limit applies, what is the general maximum speed for a motorcycle on an ordinary public road outside a settlement?

• A50 km/h
• B60 km/h
• C70 km/h
• D80 km/h

Under what condition may a novice rider of Category A operate a motorcycle between 23:00 and 05:00 in North Macedonia?

• AThey are accompanied by an experienced driver/rider aged at least 25 who holds a valid li…
• BThey wear a high-visibility vest and keep hazard lights on at all times
• CThey obtain a written night-riding permit from the local municipal council
• DThey are prohibited under all circumstances without exception

What is the minimum age requirement under North Macedonian law to carry a passenger on a motorcycle?

• AChildren under 7 years cannot be carried
• BChildren under 12 years cannot be carried
• CChildren under 16 years cannot be carried
• DAny age is permitted provided an approved helmet is worn

Where must a passenger sit when travelling on a two-wheeled motorcycle in North Macedonia?

• AStraddling the dedicated passenger seat behind the rider with feet on the footrests
• BIn front of the rider between the handlebars and fuel tank
• CSide-saddle on the rear seat if wearing protective clothing
• DOn an auxiliary cushion placed on the fuel tank

Which passenger must NEVER be transported on a motorcycle according to North Macedonian traffic regulations?

• AA person who is visibly under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or psychoactive medication
• BA person over the age of 65
• CA person who does not hold a driving licence
• DA person wearing eyeglasses

When riding in a group of motorcycles on a public road in North Macedonia, how should riders position themselves within the traffic lane?

• AIn a staggered (zigzag) formation, maintaining safe following distances
• BSide by side in pairs within the same lane
• CIn a tightly packed single line directly behind one another with less than 5 meters spaci…
• DRiding abreast across all available lanes to block overtaking traffic

Under North Macedonian law, what is the legal requirement regarding the carriage of pets or animals on a motorcycle?

• AAnimals must not be carried in a way that impairs the rider's vision, balance, or control…
• BSmall dogs can be carried unrestrained in the rider's jacket
• CAnimals are permitted only on the handlebars
• DAnimals can be towed on a leash alongside the motorcycle at low speed

What is a useful minimum following-gap guideline for a motorcycle rider in normal dry conditions?

• AAt least 1 second
• BAt least 2 seconds
• CAt least 5 seconds
• DAt least 10 seconds

When overtaking another vehicle on a two-lane road outside a settlement, on which side must a motorcycle rider perform the maneuver?

• AAlways on the left side of the vehicle being overtaken
• BOn the right side if the shoulder is paved
• COn whichever side has more room
• DOn the right side if the vehicle ahead is traveling under 40 km/h

In which of the following situations is overtaking on the right legally permitted in North Macedonia?

• AWhen the vehicle ahead has clearly signaled and positioned itself to make a left turn
• BWhen traffic is moving slowly on a motorway
• CWhen approaching a blind bend on a mountain pass
• DWhen the vehicle ahead is traveling below the posted speed limit

What is the rule regarding motorcycle lane splitting (filtering between lines of moving cars) under North Macedonian road safety law?

• AMotorcycles must occupy a regular traffic lane and cannot weave between moving lines of v…
• BMotorcycles are legally entitled to lane-split at any speed on all roads
• CMotorcycles can filter on the right shoulder of motorways at up to 80 km/h
• DFiltering is permitted only on pedestrian footpaths

When approaching a pedestrian crossing (зебра) without traffic signals, what is the legal obligation of a motorcycle rider?

• AYield and stop to allow pedestrians who have stepped onto or are waiting to step onto the…
• BSound the horn to alert pedestrians and maintain speed
• CAccelerate to pass before the pedestrian begins crossing
• DStop only if the pedestrian is accompanied by a guide dog

What is the minimum distance before a pedestrian crossing where stopping and parking is prohibited in North Macedonia?

• A5 meters
• B10 meters
• C15 meters
• D20 meters

How far from an intersection is stopping or parking prohibited under the Law on Road Traffic Safety?

• AAt least 5 meters from the nearest edge of the transverse roadway
• BAt least 15 meters from the intersection center
• CAt least 25 meters on all sides
• DStopping is permitted right up to the corner provided a motorcycle is parked perpendicula…

When can a motorcycle rider use the bus lane (жолта лента) marked on urban roads in North Macedonia?

• AOnly when permitted by signs, or briefly to make a right turn where broken lines indicate
• BAt any time if traffic in standard lanes is congested
• CWhenever the rider is operating a motorcycle with an engine over 600 cc
• DOnly during nighttime hours between 22:00 and 06:00

What must a motorcycle rider do when approaching a school bus or public bus stopped at a designated stop inside a settlement with its hazard lights flashing?

• AReduce speed, proceed with heightened caution, and stop if children or passengers are cro…
• BAccelerate and pass quickly to clear the bus area
• CSound the horn continuously while passing
• DAlways stop at least 50 meters behind the bus and wait until it departs

What does a triangular traffic sign with a red border and a white background pointing upward signify in North Macedonia?

• AA danger warning sign (знак за опасност)
• BA mandatory instruction sign (знак за изрична наредба)
• CAn informational guide sign (знак за известување)
• DA priority road confirmation sign

What is the meaning of an inverted triangular sign pointing downwards with a red border and white or yellow background?

• AGive way / Yield (вкрстување со пат со првенство на минување)
• BStop and yield (задолжително запирање)
• CPriority over oncoming vehicles
• DEnd of priority road

What does an octagonal red sign with the word 'STOP' mean in North Macedonia?

• AThe rider must bring the motorcycle to a complete stop at the stop line or intersection a…
• BThe rider must slow down and only stop if traffic is visible within 10 meters
• CThe rider must stop only if turning left
• DThe rider has right-of-way over oncoming vehicles

What is indicated by a circular sign with a red border, white background, and a silhouette of a motorcycle inside?

• AEntry prohibited for motorcycles (забранет сообраќај за мотоцикли)
• BMandatory route for motorcycles only
• CMotorcycle repair shop ahead
• DCaution: high motorcycle traffic area

What does a circular blue sign with two white curved arrows forming a counter-clockwise circle signify?

• AMandatory roundabout traffic direction (кружен тек на сообраќајот)
• BProhibited U-turn
• CSharp curve to the left and right
• DEnd of one-way street

What does a circular sign with a red border and the number '60' inside indicate?

• AMaximum speed limit of 60 km/h (ограничување на брзина)
• BMinimum required speed of 60 km/h
• CRecommended speed of 60 km/h
• DDistance of 60 meters to the next town

What does a circular blue sign with the white number '50' indicate?

• AMinimum speed limit of 50 km/h (најмала дозволена брзина)
• BMaximum speed limit of 50 km/h
• CRecommended speed of 50 km/h in urban areas
• DEnd of 50 km/h speed zone

What is the meaning of a solid white longitudinal line painted along the center of a two-way roadway?

• ACrossing or straddling the line is prohibited for all maneuvers including overtaking
• BOvertaking is permitted only for two-wheeled motorcycles
• CThe line may be crossed if no oncoming traffic is visible for 100 meters
• DIt designates a lane for high-occupancy vehicles only

When a solid white line and a broken white line are painted side by side down the middle of the road, which line governs the rider?

• AThe line closest to the rider's lane of travel
• BAlways the solid line
• CAlways the broken line
• DNeither, the rider may choose either rule

What does a flashing yellow light on a standard traffic signal indicate?

• AThe signal system is out of order or operating in warning mode; proceed with caution foll…
• BImmediate full stop required; proceed only on green
• CPedestrians have right-of-way over all lanes
• DSpeed is limited to 20 km/h across the entire city

What does a green arrow displayed on a supplementary panel alongside a red traffic light mean?

• AVehicles may proceed in the direction of the arrow after yielding to pedestrians and cros…
• BVehicles have unrestricted priority in the direction of the arrow
• CThe red light has expired and all turns are permitted
• DOnly public transport buses may turn

What is the meaning of a traffic police officer standing facing your motorcycle with both arms outstretched horizontally?

• ATraffic approaching from the officer's front and rear must stop
• BTraffic approaching from all directions must proceed immediately
• COnly motorcycles may proceed
• DThe officer is indicating a mandatory right turn

What does a traffic police officer mean when standing with their right arm raised vertically with an open palm facing forward?

• AAttention: all road users from all directions must stop immediately
• BVehicles may proceed at increased speed
• COnly vehicles turning left may proceed
• DAll vehicles must turn off their engines

What is the hierarchy of authority when navigating an intersection in North Macedonia?

• ATraffic police signals take precedence over traffic lights, which take precedence over tr…
• BTraffic signs override traffic lights and police officers
• CGeneral right-hand priority rules always take precedence over traffic signs
• DTraffic lights override police officers under all circumstances

What does a triangular warning sign showing a skidding vehicle above wavy tire tracks signify?

• ASlippery road surface ahead (лизгав коловоз)
• BMotorcycle stunt area
• CRough road with speed bumps
• DEnd of paved asphalt

What does a triangular warning sign displaying an image of a tram indicate?

• AIntersection or crossing with a tramway line ahead
• BMandatory parking for trams only
• CTrams must yield to motorcycles
• DElectric vehicle charging station

What does a triangular warning sign showing loose stones flying from beneath a car wheel warn about?

• ALoose chippings / gravel on the road surface (исфрлен чакал)
• BFalling rocks from mountain slopes
• CUnpaved dirt road ahead
• DRoad closed for quarry operations

What is the meaning of a circular sign with a red border containing an arrow curving to the left with a red diagonal strike-through bar?

• ALeft turn prohibited (забрането свртување во лево)
• BMandatory left turn
• CRoad closed to all vehicles
• DSharp left curve ahead

What does a circular sign with a red border showing two cars side by side (one black, one red on the left) signify?

• AOvertaking of all motor vehicles with more than two wheels is prohibited
• BMotorcycles are prohibited from riding side by side
• CTwo-way traffic ahead
• DOvertaking is permitted only for red passenger cars

What does a circular sign with a white background and five thin diagonal black slash lines across it indicate?

• AEnd of all local prohibitions and restrictions previously imposed by signs
• BEnd of built-up area / settlement boundary
• CEntering a pedestrianized street
• DRoad under construction with no speed limit

What does a diamond-shaped traffic sign with a yellow center and a white border signify?

• APriority road (пат со првенство на минување)
• BYield to oncoming vehicles
• CDangerous intersection ahead
• DToll road entrance

What does a yellow diamond sign with a black diagonal bar across its face indicate?

• AEnd of priority road (крај на патот со првенство на минување)
• BStart of motorway
• CRailway level crossing without gates
• DMandatory detour ahead

What does a triangular warning sign with an exclamation mark (!) in the center indicate?

• AGeneral danger ahead (опасност на патот) for which no specific symbol exists
• BMandatory stop ahead
• CPolice speed check ahead
• DHospital emergency entrance