Qassim General Dept. of Traffic Motorcycle
Timed mock exam· Full mock examsQassim General Dept. of Traffic - Saudi Motorcycle Theory Mock Test 1
A full 35-question timed practice exam for the Saudi motorcycle theory test. Covers shared road rules and signs plus motorcycle-specific control and safety. Aim for 22/35 to pass.
A bus has signalled to pull away from a bus stop on a road with a speed limit of 60 km/h. What should you do?
The other 25 questions in this test
Read them all. The answer and the reason for each, and the timed 35-question run, are in the Saudi Driving Theory Online Practice Bank.
- Q11Road signs and signals
What is the shape of a hazard warning sign in the Saudi / GCC road-sign system?
- AUpward-pointing triangle with a red border
- BDiamond shape with a yellow border
- CCircle with a red border
- DSquare with a black border
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- Q12Traffic rules
Who must wear a seat belt in a Saudi vehicle?
- AOnly the driver and front passenger
- BOnly the driver
- CSeat belts are optional for adults in the rear
- DThe driver and all passengers, including those in the rear seats
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- Q13Right of way
A traffic light is showing a steady flashing red at a junction. What does this mean?
- AStop completely, give way to all traffic, then proceed when safe
- BProceed carefully at reduced speed
- CThe light is broken so treat the junction as unmarked
- DOnly emergency vehicles may proceed
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- Q14Safe driving
What is the core principle of defensive driving?
- AAnticipate hazards created by other road users and conditions, and always have an escape plan
- BAlways drive at the speed limit regardless of conditions
- CDrive as close behind the vehicle ahead as possible to prevent others from cutting in
- DUse the horn frequently to warn others of your presence
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- Q15Penalties and fines
A driver double-parks on a busy street in Riyadh, blocking another vehicle. What is likely to happen?
- ANo action is taken as long as the driver returns within 15 minutes
- BThe driver receives a parking fine and the vehicle may be clamped or towed at the owner's expense
- CThe blocked driver can legally move the offending vehicle themselves
- DOnly a verbal warning from municipal inspectors is issued
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- Q16Motorcycle control
Which tyre on a motorcycle provides the majority of braking force under normal conditions?
- AThe front tyre, because weight transfers forward under braking, increasing its grip
- BThe rear tyre, because it is wider and has a larger contact area
- CBoth tyres contribute exactly equally in all conditions
- DThe rear tyre, because applying the front brake first causes the bike to pitch over
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- Q17Motorcycle 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
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- Q18Road signs and signals
What shape are mandatory positive instruction signs in Saudi Arabia, such as 'Keep Right' or 'Proceed Straight Only'?
- ARed circle with a white symbol
- BBlue circle with a white symbol
- CGreen rectangle with white text
- DRed triangle with a black symbol
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- Q19Traffic rules
A child aged three years old must travel in a vehicle. How must they be restrained?
- AIn an approved child safety seat that is appropriate for their weight and height
- BHeld on an adult's lap in the front seat
- CUsing only the standard adult seat belt
- DNo special restraint is needed for children under five
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- Q20Right of way
You approach a level crossing with barriers. The barriers are down and red lights are flashing. What must you do?
- AStop before the barrier and wait until it rises and the lights stop flashing
- BProceed slowly between the barriers if the gap is wide enough
- CSound your horn and proceed at reduced speed
- DStop only if you can see a train approaching
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- Q21Safe driving
Tailgating (following too closely) is dangerous primarily because it does what?
- AIt eliminates the space and time needed to stop safely if the vehicle ahead brakes suddenly
- BIt increases fuel consumption
- CIt reduces the effectiveness of your indicators
- DIt causes tyre overheating
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- Q22Penalties and fines
What is the legal limit for window tinting darkness on side and rear windows in Saudi Arabia?
- AThere is no limit; owners may tint windows to any darkness they choose
- BThere is a regulated maximum darkness (Visible Light Transmission percentage) beyond which tinting is illegal; vehicles with excessively dark tint face fines and may be required to remove the tinting
- CTinting is completely banned on all windows of private cars
- DTinting limits apply only to commercial vehicles, not private cars
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- Q23Motorcycle control
How should you adjust your riding line when entering a left-hand bend on a two-lane Saudi road?
- AApproach from the left side of your lane and cut across the centre line at the apex
- BAlways ride in the centre of the lane regardless of the bend direction
- CApproach from the left side and swing wide to the right on exit for greater speed
- DApproach 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
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- Q24Motorcycle 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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- Q25Road signs and signals
What colour background do mandatory instruction signs have in Saudi Arabia?
- ARed
- BWhite
- CYellow
- DBlue
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- Q26Traffic rules
Under what age are children generally required to sit in the rear seats of a vehicle in Saudi Arabia?
- AUnder ten years old, unless the vehicle has no rear seats
- BUnder five years old only
- CThere is no age rule, only a weight rule
- DChildren of any age may sit in the front if wearing a belt
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- Q27Right of way
You approach a level crossing without barriers. The red warning lights are flashing. What must you do?
- ASlow down and cross quickly before the train arrives
- BLook both ways and cross if no train is visible
- CStop at the white line, wait for the lights to stop flashing, then check and cross
- DSound your horn to warn the train and proceed
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- Q28Safe driving
A vehicle behind you is tailgating aggressively on a highway. What is the safest response?
- AIncrease your own following distance ahead so you need to brake less suddenly, and consider moving to a different lane when safe
- BBrake sharply to teach the driver a lesson
- CSpeed up to create more space
- DTurn on your hazard lights to warn them
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- Q29Penalties and fines
A driver is stopped and found to have window tinting darker than the legally permitted level. What must they do to resolve the violation?
- APay the fine once and the vehicle is permanently exempt from further tinting checks
- BPay the fine and remove or replace the non-compliant tinting to bring the vehicle into compliance before it can legally be driven again
- CObtain a special tinting permit from the Ministry of Interior, which is available to all applicants
- DSimply sign a declaration promising not to use the tinted windows at night
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- Q30Motorcycle control
During an emergency stop, your front wheel begins to skid. What should you do immediately?
- ARelease both brakes completely and allow the bike to roll to a stop
- BEase off the front brake slightly to allow the tyre to regain rotation, then reapply progressively
- CMaintain full front brake pressure because ABS will correct the skid automatically on all bikes
- DSteer sharply to one side to scrub speed while the front is skidding
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- Q31Motorcycle 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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- Q32Road signs and signals
A blue circular sign with a white symbol is giving you a positive instruction. What category does this sign belong to?
- AMandatory instruction sign
- BProhibitory sign
- CWarning sign
- DInformational sign
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- Q33Traffic rules
Is it legal to use a hand-held mobile phone while driving in Saudi Arabia?
- AYes, for calls under two minutes
- BNo, hand-held phone use while driving is prohibited
- CYes, if you are stopped at a red traffic light
- DYes, as long as you are on a quiet road
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- Q34Right of way
You are on a narrow road and meet an oncoming vehicle. There is a passing place on your right. What should you do?
- APull into the passing place on your right so the other vehicle can pass
- BSound your horn and drive forward, forcing the other driver to reverse
- CStop in the middle of the road and wait
- DThe larger vehicle always has priority on narrow roads
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- Q35Safe driving
You want to overtake a truck on a two-lane road. Before pulling out, how much clear road ahead should you see?
- AEnough to match the truck's speed and pass
- BA gap large enough to accelerate, pass the full length of the truck, return to lane, and have a comfortable margin with oncoming traffic
- CAt least 50 metres
- DThe same distance as the truck's length
Answer and explanation in the bank
Every answer above, with the rule it comes from, plus the full 35-question timed test.
Get the Saudi Driving Theory Online Practice Bank - SAR 39What this test covers
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 Qassim General Dept. of Traffic motorcycle theory test?
The official General Dept. of Traffic motorcycle theory test in Qassim has 35 questions and you need 22 correct (63%) to pass. This practice test has 35 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 35-question test, timed, is in the Saudi Driving Theory Online Practice Bank (SAR 39, one payment), with every question in the bank.
What does the Qassim 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.