New York Permit Practice Test: Sharing the Road (2026)

Question 1 of 14

A motorcycle is riding on one side of a wide lane. May you share the lane?

1. Yes, if there is room
2. Yes, to pass
3. No, give it the full lane width

Question 2 of 14

What lights must a bicycle have at night in New York?

1. A headlight visible at 500 feet and a red taillight visible at 300 feet
2. Only reflectors
3. A blue light

Question 3 of 14

Which bicyclists must wear an approved helmet in New York?

1. Everyone over 18
2. Riders and passengers ages 1 to 13
3. Only racers

Question 4 of 14

Why should you slow down when passing a bicyclist?

1. To read their plate
2. It is only a courtesy
3. Air pressure from a fast vehicle can throw them off balance

Question 5 of 14

Before turning right on red, what should you check for?

1. A bicyclist approaching from the right rear
2. Only cars on the left
3. Nothing if the light allows it

Question 6 of 14

How many motorcyclists may ride side by side in one lane in New York?

1. Three
2. Two
3. Only one

Question 7 of 14

A motorcycle's turn signal is blinking. What should you keep in mind?

1. It always means a turn
2. It means the rider is in trouble
3. It may not turn off automatically, so the rider may not be turning

Question 8 of 14

How large can the front blind spot of a long-hood tractor be?

1. About 20 feet
2. About 2 feet
3. There is none

Question 9 of 14

A truck is backing up into a loading area and blocking the road. What should you do?

1. Pass quickly behind it
2. Wait until it finishes; never pass close behind it
3. Honk

Question 10 of 14

A truck moves to the left at an intersection with its right signal on. What is it doing?

1. Turning left
2. Changing lanes to pass
3. Preparing a wide right turn

Question 11 of 14

May you honk when approaching or passing a horse?

1. No, it is illegal
2. Yes, to warn the rider
3. Only in rural areas

Question 12 of 14

How must an ATV or snowmobile cross a highway where it is allowed?

1. Cross at any angle quickly
2. Stop, yield to traffic and cross at a 90-degree angle
3. Ride along the shoulder

Question 13 of 14

Children are nearby and you are about to back out of a driveway. What should you do?

1. Rely on your mirrors
2. Honk and back up quickly
3. Get out and check behind the vehicle first

Question 14 of 14

Where may Class B and C mopeds be driven?

1. Only in the right lane, as far right as possible
2. In any lane
3. On expressways