Eastern Province General Dept. of Traffic Motorcycle
Practice mode· Motorcycle skillsEastern Province General Dept. of Traffic - Saudi Motorcycle Safety Practice Test
Rider safety essentials: protective gear, visibility, safe following distances, hazard awareness, lane position and sharing the road with larger vehicles.
Which helmet standard is generally recognised for motorcycle use in Saudi Arabia?
The other 10 questions in this test
Read them all. The answer and the reason for each, and the timed 20-question run, are in the Saudi Driving Theory Online Practice Bank.
- Q11Motorcycle safety
How should a motorcyclist position themselves when waiting at traffic lights in Saudi Arabia?
- AToward the front of the lane, slightly offset to either side so they are visible in the mirrors of the vehicles ahead, and with an eye on the mirror for vehicles approaching from behind
- BIn the centre of the lane, directly behind the car ahead, to minimise exposure to lane changes
- CAt the very back of the queue so that you can observe all hazards
- DOn the pavement beside the road to be completely clear of traffic
Answer and explanation in the bank
- Q12Motorcycle safety
You are riding on an unlit desert road at night and your headlight illuminates a camel standing in your lane 50 metres ahead. What should you do?
- ASwerve immediately to the opposite lane at speed to give maximum clearance
- BApply both brakes progressively and firmly, do not swerve until you know no animal is in the adjacent lane, and stop if possible
- CFlash your headlight to frighten the camel away, then accelerate past
- DSound your horn and accelerate; camels always move off the road when they hear traffic
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- Q13Motorcycle safety
What does 'buffer zone' mean in the context of motorcycle riding?
- AThe distance between the rider's helmet and the windscreen to prevent impact
- BA space deliberately maintained around the motorcycle in all directions to provide reaction time and an escape route if another vehicle moves unexpectedly
- CA legal exclusion zone that other vehicles must not enter under Saudi law
- DThe additional braking distance required when carrying a pillion passenger
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- Q14Motorcycle safety
What should you do if your motorcycle begins to weave or wobble at highway speed?
- AApply the front brake immediately to stop as quickly as possible
- BGrip the handlebars as tightly as possible and fight the steering oscillation
- CIncrease speed so the gyroscopic effect stabilises the wheels
- DGrip the tank firmly with your knees, hold the bars lightly (do not fight the wobble), gradually ease the throttle, and bring the bike to a stop when stable
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- Q15Motorcycle safety
How should a rider signal to the rest of a group that there is a hazard on the road surface ahead?
- ASound the horn twice to alert everyone without moving a hand from the controls
- BPoint or gesture downward toward the hazard side as you pass it, so each following rider can relay the signal
- CBrake sharply so the group knows to stop and investigate
- DFlash the indicator in the direction of the hazard and continue at normal speed
Answer and explanation in the bank
- Q16Motorcycle safety
What is the 'hurt report' finding most relevant to Saudi urban motorcycle safety regarding the direction of collisions?
- AMost motorcycle crashes are rear-end collisions caused by following cars
- BA high proportion of motorcycle crashes involve another vehicle failing to yield or turning across the motorcycle's path, rather than the rider making an error
- CSingle-vehicle crashes caused by excessive speed are the dominant crash type in all environments
- DMost urban crashes involve motorcycles running red lights
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- Q17Motorcycle safety
You are riding on a Saudi motorway at 120 km/h and realise you are about to miss your exit. What should you do?
- AContinue to the next exit; do not swerve or brake sharply across lanes to make the exit at speed
- BSignal and brake hard across all lanes immediately to make the exit
- CUse the hard shoulder to slow down and re-enter the exit ramp
- DReverse along the hard shoulder to reach the exit
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- Q18Motorcycle safety
Why is a pre-ride inspection (T-CLOCS check) important before every ride?
- AIt identifies mechanical defects such as low tyre pressure, fluid leaks, and brake issues before they cause a breakdown or crash
- BIt is a legal requirement that must be documented and carried in writing on every ride
- CIt is only necessary for older motorcycles; modern bikes have electronic self-diagnostics
- DIt is useful only before long-distance trips; urban riding does not require a pre-ride check
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- Q19Motorcycle safety
What extra safety action should a rider take when approaching a junction where the view to the right is blocked by a wall or parked vehicle?
- ASound the horn and proceed quickly to clear the junction before any unseen vehicle arrives
- BStay to the left of the lane and emerge at normal speed, relying on your right of way
- CFlash headlights to warn any oncoming drivers before proceeding
- DSlow down significantly, position to improve the view as early as possible, and be prepared to stop before emerging
Answer and explanation in the bank
- Q20Motorcycle safety
You feel unusually tired and your concentration is drifting during a long desert highway ride in Saudi Arabia. What is the correct action?
- AOpen the throttle and ride faster to increase adrenaline and stay alert
- BPull off at the next safe stopping point, rest or sleep for at least 20 minutes, hydrate, and do not continue until fully alert
- CTurn up the music on your earphones so stimulation keeps you awake
- DDrink an energy drink at the next fuel stop and push through to your destination
Answer and explanation in the bank
Every answer above, with the rule it comes from, plus the full 20-question timed test.
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Topics include road signs, traffic signals, right of way, roundabouts, speed limits, seat belts, fines and penalties, and the safe-driving rules specific to your vehicle category. Full question-by-question feedback with explanations is shown immediately after you finish the test above.
Frequently asked questions
How many questions is the Eastern Province General Dept. of Traffic motorcycle theory test?
The official General Dept. of Traffic motorcycle theory test in Eastern Province has 35 questions and you need 22 correct (63%) to pass. This practice test has 20 questions.
Is this the real exam?
These are practice questions to help you revise, written to the published rules and to what candidates report from the real test. 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.
Is this practice test free?
The first 10 questions are free, with no signup, and each shows the answer and the reason. The full 20-question test, timed, is in the Saudi Driving Theory Online Practice Bank (SAR 19, one payment), with every question in the bank.
What does the Eastern Province 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.