Al Jouf General Dept. of Traffic - Saudi Motorcycle Control Practice Test

Q: How many questions is the Al Jouf General Dept. of Traffic motorcycle theory test?

The official General Dept. of Traffic motorcycle theory test in Al Jouf has 35 questions and you need 26 correct (75%) to pass. This practice test has 20 questions.

Q: Is this the real exam?

These are original practice questions to help you revise. They are not the official Saudi exam and the real question bank, format, fees and pass mark are set by the General Department of Traffic (Moroor) and the driving schools, and can change. Always confirm the current requirements with your driving school or the traffic department.

Q: Is this practice test free?

Yes. It is completely free, with no signup or payment, and you can retake it as many times as you like.

Q: What does the Al Jouf motorcycle theory test cover?

Road signs, traffic signals, right of way, roundabouts, speed limits, seat belts, penalties and safe-driving rules, plus the handling and safety topics specific to your vehicle.

Question 1

When starting a motorcycle on a steep uphill gradient, which technique prevents rolling back?

Accepted Answer

Hold the rear brake on, bring the clutch to the friction point with throttle, then release the brake as drive is felt. The rear brake holds the bike stationary. As the clutch reaches the friction point and the engine begins to transmit torque, the drive force replaces the braking force, allowing a smooth uphill start without rollback or stalling.

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Use only the front brake to hold the bike and release it as you open the throttle

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Keep both feet on the ground and hop forward as you release the clutch

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Start in second gear to reduce engine power and avoid wheel spin

Question 2

Your motorcycle begins to understeer (run wide) on a corner because you entered too fast. What is the correct response?

Accepted Answer

Look through the corner, press harder on the inside bar to increase lean angle, and smoothly roll on a little throttle to settle the chassis. Increased lean angle tightens the turning arc. Pressing the inside bar (counter-steering) achieves this. A small throttle roll-on settles suspension and weight on the tyres. Braking mid-corner or abrupt throttle-off both upset chassis balance and risk a low-side fall.

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Apply the front brake firmly to reduce speed before you run out of road

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Sit upright to reduce lean angle and allow the tyres to regain grip

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Release the throttle abruptly to shed speed through engine braking

Question 3

What is the correct throttle technique through the apex of a corner?

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Maintain a steady throttle through the apex and gradually roll on as you straighten up. A steady or smoothly increasing throttle through and beyond the apex keeps the suspension loaded and the tyre contact patches stable. Closing the throttle abruptly can cause a rear-wheel skid or tuck the front; aggressive early acceleration can spin the rear at lean.

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Close the throttle completely at the apex for maximum traction

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Apply full throttle at the apex to power out of the bend quickly

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Rapidly open and close the throttle to keep revs in the power band

Question 4

What does the clutch friction point (biting point) refer to on a motorcycle?

Accepted Answer

The position of the clutch lever where the clutch plates begin to engage and transmit engine torque to the gearbox. The friction point is where the clutch plates are partially engaged, transmitting increasing drive to the rear wheel. Controlling the bike at or near this point is fundamental to slow-speed manoeuvres such as U-turns, parking, and hill starts.

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The point at which the front tyre begins to lose grip under braking

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The moment the rear brake engages and stops rear-wheel rotation

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The maximum throttle position before the engine over-revs

Question 5

How does tyre pressure that is too low affect motorcycle handling in a corner?

Accepted Answer

The tyre sidewall flexes excessively, causing imprecise steering and a risk of sudden roll-off from the rim at speed. Under-inflated tyres overheat due to excessive flexing, degrade handling precision, and can suffer sudden catastrophic deflation. Although a larger contact patch forms, the tyre's structure is compromised and consistent grip is reduced, not increased.

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It increases grip because a larger contact patch forms, making cornering safer

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It has no effect on cornering; only tread depth affects grip

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It makes the steering feel heavier but does not affect the actual grip level

Question 6

You are riding in fifth gear at 90 km/h and need rapid acceleration to overtake. What should you do first?

Accepted Answer

Downshift one or two gears to bring the engine into its peak torque range before opening the throttle. Engine torque peaks at a specific rev range. Downshifting one or two gears raises revs into that range before the throttle is opened, providing strong immediate acceleration. Dropping too many gears can over-rev the engine on release.

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Open the throttle fully in fifth gear and wait for speed to build gradually

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Pull in the clutch, open the throttle fully, then release the clutch quickly

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Downshift all the way to second gear for maximum acceleration

Question 7

Which factor most reduces tyre grip on a sand-covered road surface in Saudi Arabia?

Accepted Answer

Sand acts as ball bearings between the tyre and the road, drastically reducing the friction coefficient. Loose sand on tarmac is one of the most hazardous surfaces for motorcycles in Saudi Arabia. The granules roll under the tyre, reducing friction to near zero, similar to ice. Both braking and cornering distances increase dramatically.

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Sand increases grip by filling in surface voids and creating a smoother contact area

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Only wet sand reduces grip; dry sand on a paved road has negligible effect

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Sand only affects steering feel and does not change actual stopping distance

Question 8

What happens to a motorcycle when the rear brake only is applied hard enough to lock the rear wheel on a straight road?

Accepted Answer

The rear wheel slides sideways (fishtail or highside risk) and control can be regained by easing the brake gently; do not suddenly fully release it. A locked rear wheel skids sideways, potentially causing the bike to spin or the rider to be thrown (highside) if the brake is suddenly released. Progressive brake pressure avoids lock-up. If the rear locks, ease off gently rather than releasing fully.

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The bike stops in a straight line safely because only the rear wheel is locked

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The front wheel immediately locks as well, stopping the bike quickly

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Nothing unusual happens; a locked rear wheel is safe and controllable at any speed

Question 9

Where should you look when performing a tight slow-speed manoeuvre?

Accepted Answer

At your intended exit point or destination, not at obstacles or the ground in front of the wheel. Motorcycles go where you look. Fixating on an obstacle you want to avoid pulls the bike toward it. Looking at the exit point gives your steering inputs a target, improving balance and accuracy in tight manoeuvres.

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Directly at the obstacle you are trying to avoid

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At the instrument cluster to monitor engine revs

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Alternate between the ground and the mirrors every few seconds

Question 10

When should engine braking alone be sufficient to slow a motorcycle without using the brake levers?

Accepted Answer

Only when a gentle reduction in speed is needed, such as easing off on a slight downhill; it is never enough for emergency or rapid stops. Engine braking reduces speed gradually and is useful for light deceleration. It cannot produce the deceleration rates needed for emergency stops. Relying on it instead of the brakes in an emergency will result in a far longer stopping distance.

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Whenever you need to stop, because engine braking is safer than the brakes in all conditions

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On dry highways above 80 km/h where there is plenty of run-off space

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Only on motorcycles with anti-lock brakes, where engine braking is magnified

Question 11

How does adding a pillion passenger affect the motorcycle's cornering geometry and lean angle requirement?

Accepted Answer

The combined centre of gravity rises and moves rearward, requiring slightly more lean to maintain the same cornering arc and potentially upsetting balance if the passenger moves unexpectedly. A pillion raises and shifts the combined centre of gravity. Suspension sag increases, steering feel changes, and any unexpected movement by the passenger alters the bike's balance mid-corner. Tyre pressure should be increased to the laden setting specified in the owner's manual.

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The extra weight lowers the centre of gravity, making the bike more stable and requiring less lean

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There is no effect on lean angle; only tyre pressure changes with extra load

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A pillion passenger always makes the bike safer in corners by adding gyroscopic mass

Question 12

What gear should you normally be in when approaching a roundabout at which you intend to stop?

Accepted Answer

Work down through the gears to first gear or neutral as you slow, matching engine speed to road speed to avoid stalling. Sequential downshifting as you slow keeps the engine in a useful rev range and provides engine braking. Arriving in first gear means you are ready to move off promptly and safely when the way is clear. Coasting in neutral removes engine braking.

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Stay in your current gear and rely entirely on the brakes to stop

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Pull in the clutch early, coast to the roundabout in neutral, and stop

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Always approach a roundabout in third gear regardless of your speed

Question 13

What is the correct body position when performing a slow U-turn on a motorcycle in a limited space?

Accepted Answer

Keep your upper body upright or lean slightly inward while turning your head fully toward the exit point. In a slow U-turn the motorcycle leans more than the rider, allowing the bike to be more leaned while keeping the combined centre of gravity manageable. Looking all the way to the exit point guides the steering and helps you complete the arc.

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Lean your body to the outside of the turn to keep the bike more vertical

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Lean heavily into the turn exactly as you would at high speed

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Sit rigidly upright and do not move your head until the turn is complete

Question 14

A pothole appears directly in your path on a Saudi expressway at 100 km/h. You cannot stop in time. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

If unavoidable, grip the tank with your knees, slightly lighten grip on bars, keep the throttle steady, and allow the suspension to absorb the impact rather than braking sharply into the hole. Braking into a pothole compresses the forks and can cause the front wheel to drop into the hole heavily, leading to a crash. A controlled, upright posture with a steady throttle lets the suspension do its job. If time permits, a mirror-checked swerve is preferable to riding through.

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Apply both brakes firmly to slow as much as possible, then ride through the pothole

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Swerve violently to the adjacent lane without checking mirrors

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Apply the front brake only to keep weight on the front for better contact

Question 15

What can happen if you downshift without blipping the throttle, letting the engine revs drop too low for the lower gear?

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When the clutch is released, engine braking can make the rear wheel lock momentarily or hop, causing instability especially in a corner. When you drop to a lower gear without raising the revs, the engine is turning too slowly for the wheel speed. Releasing the clutch forces the drivetrain to drag the rear wheel down to engine speed, and this sudden engine braking can lock or hop the rear wheel. Throttle blipping raises the revs to match wheel speed for a smooth, stable engagement.

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The engine absorbs the mismatch harmlessly with no effect on the rear wheel

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The front wheel lifts off the ground, making it easier to turn

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The gearbox is protected because the low revs cushion the engagement

Question 16

Which tyre on a motorcycle provides the majority of braking force under normal conditions?

Accepted Answer

The front tyre, because weight transfers forward under braking, increasing its grip. Under braking, the bike's weight shifts forward onto the front tyre, increasing its load and therefore its potential grip. This means the front brake can provide approximately 70 to 80 percent of total braking force. Both brakes should always be used together.

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The rear tyre, because it is wider and has a larger contact area

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Both tyres contribute exactly equally in all conditions

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The rear tyre, because applying the front brake first causes the bike to pitch over

Question 17

How should you adjust your riding line when entering a left-hand bend on a two-lane Saudi road?

Accepted Answer

Approach from the right side of your lane to give a wider view of the bend and a gentler arc, then exit toward the right of your lane. Positioning on the outside of a bend before entry increases visibility around the corner and reduces the effective sharpness of the curve. Crossing the centre line is illegal and risks a head-on collision with oncoming traffic.

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Approach from the left side of your lane and cut across the centre line at the apex

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Always ride in the centre of the lane regardless of the bend direction

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Approach from the left side and swing wide to the right on exit for greater speed

Question 18

During an emergency stop, your front wheel begins to skid. What should you do immediately?

Accepted Answer

Ease off the front brake slightly to allow the tyre to regain rotation, then reapply progressively. A skidding tyre is no longer generating maximum braking force. Easing off briefly restores rotation and traction, then reapplying near the limit maximises deceleration. Steering while the front is locked causes the bike to fall. Not all motorcycles have ABS.

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Release both brakes completely and allow the bike to roll to a stop

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Maintain full front brake pressure because ABS will correct the skid automatically on all bikes

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Steer sharply to one side to scrub speed while the front is skidding

Question 19

What is the purpose of looking through the bend rather than at the road directly in front of the wheel during cornering?

Accepted Answer

It allows the rider to identify the correct exit line earlier and feed in steering inputs smoothly, producing a flowing arc. The motorcycle steers where the rider looks. Looking through and beyond the apex reveals the exit line early, allowing progressive lean adjustments. Looking only at the road immediately ahead gives insufficient time to react to changes in the bend.

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It prevents the rider from being distracted by surface hazards

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It is a legal requirement in Saudi Arabia to look ahead during cornering

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Looking through the bend keeps the helmet visor clear of dust

Question 20

What is the main danger of crossing a painted road marking (such as a broken or solid white line) on a motorcycle?

Accepted Answer

Paint markings have significantly less grip than bare tarmac, especially when wet or dusty, increasing the risk of a slide. Road paint is smoother than tarmac and, when wet or covered in fine dust (common in Saudi Arabia), becomes extremely slippery. Motorcyclists should cross painted lines with the bike upright and minimal lean to reduce the risk of a slide.

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Paint markings have raised edges that can catch the tyre and deflect the wheel

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There is no grip difference; the risk is purely legal (crossing solid lines)

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Painted lines cause vibration through the handlebars but do not affect grip

Al Jouf General Dept. of Traffic - Saudi Motorcycle Control Practice Test

Al Jouf General Dept. of Traffic - Saudi Motorcycle Control Practice Test

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