How many questions are in the Rider Knowledge Test (RKT) practice test?

Each practice test has 45 questions drawn at random from a pool of 140, with a 30-minute practice timer. Check the current official format with Transport for NSW.

Rider Knowledge Test (RKT) practice test

Q: What pass mark does the Rider Knowledge Test (RKT) practice test use?

This practice test marks a pass at 90%. It also checks at least 12/15 on General Knowledge and 29/30 on Road Safety. Practice for the NSW Rider Knowledge Test, based on the Transport for NSW Motorcycle Rider Handbook and Road User Handbook: licence restrictions, lane filtering, protective gear and road rules.

Q: Why should a rider use a clear visor or clear goggles when riding at night?

Tinted lenses cut down the light you need to see hazards. Explanation: The handbook says a visor or goggles should have clear lenses to use at night. Tinted lenses reduce the light reaching your eyes, so hazards are harder to see. Source: Motorcycle Rider Handbook, Eye protection.

Q: Why should a rider wear purpose-designed motorcycle boots?

They protect the ankles, shins and insteps. Explanation: Motorcycle footwear generally has strengthening in the instep, ankle protection and shin protection. Ordinary shoes do not protect the feet and ankles in the same way. Source: Motorcycle Rider Handbook, Footwear.

Q: What should motorcycle gloves have to protect a rider's hands?

A strengthened palm area and knuckle protection. Explanation: Motorcycle gloves should have a strengthened palm area shaped for riding, knuckle protection and a fastener around the wrist. Thin or loose gloves do not protect the hands in a crash. Source: Motorcycle Rider Handbook, Gloves.

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Practice Timed exam Flashcards

Questions per test: 45
Question pool: 140 source-checked
Practice timer: 30 minutes
Practice pass mark: 90%; At least 12/15 General Knowledge, 29/30 Road Safety

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Practice for the NSW Rider Knowledge Test, based on the Transport for NSW Motorcycle Rider Handbook and Road User Handbook: licence restrictions, lane filtering, protective gear and road rules.

5 Most Common Rider Knowledge Test (RKT) Sample Questions & Answers

Preview 5 practice questions with answers and explanations that name their source.

Sample Question 1 of 5Protective Gear

Which helmet must a motorcycle rider and pillion passenger wear in NSW?

AAny securely fastened helmet, including a bicycle helmet

BA construction-site safety helmet with a compliance mark

COne marked as complying with AS/NZS 1698 or UNECE 22.05/22.06

Answer & Source:

The helmet must comply with AS/NZS 1698 (or the earlier AS 1698) or UNECE 22.05/22.06 and carry a mark certifying compliance. Bicycle and industrial helmets are not approved motorcycle helmets. Source: Motorcycle Rider Handbook, Helmet restriction and checklist.

Sample Question 2 of 5Protective Gear

Why should a rider use a clear visor or clear goggles when riding at night?

AClear lenses fog up less than tinted lenses

BTinted lenses cut down the light you need to see hazards

CTinted lenses reflect oncoming headlights into the eyes

Answer & Source:

The handbook says a visor or goggles should have clear lenses to use at night. Tinted lenses reduce the light reaching your eyes, so hazards are harder to see. Source: Motorcycle Rider Handbook, Eye protection.

Sample Question 3 of 5Protective Gear

Which clothing gives a rider the best protection in a slide?

AHeavy denim jeans and a thick cotton jacket with a thermal lining

BWaterproof nylon rain gear worn over a cotton tracksuit

CHighly abrasion-resistant motorcycle jacket and pants with armour

Answer & Source:

Jackets and pants should be highly abrasion- and tear-resistant and have impact protectors for the back, shoulders, elbows, hips and knees. Ordinary clothing such as jeans gives little protection. Source: Motorcycle Rider Handbook, Jackets and pants.

Sample Question 4 of 5Protective Gear

Why should a rider wear purpose-designed motorcycle boots?

AThey are lighter than ordinary sports shoes

BThey protect the ankles, shins and insteps

CThey stop the feet getting wet in heavy rain

Answer & Source:

Motorcycle footwear generally has strengthening in the instep, ankle protection and shin protection. Ordinary shoes do not protect the feet and ankles in the same way. Source: Motorcycle Rider Handbook, Footwear.

Sample Question 5 of 5Protective Gear

What should motorcycle gloves have to protect a rider's hands?

AThin leather palms so the controls can be felt

BPadding on the back of the hand only

CA strengthened palm area and knuckle protection

Answer & Source:

Motorcycle gloves should have a strengthened palm area shaped for riding, knuckle protection and a fastener around the wrist. Thin or loose gloves do not protect the hands in a crash. Source: Motorcycle Rider Handbook, Gloves.

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