Use this guide to prepare for your 2- and 3-wheel motorcycle knowledge test and riding skills test.
Before you get started
Our Motorcycle Operator Manual, knowledge tests, and skills test instructions are now available in the following languages:
- Español - Spanish
- 繁體中文 - Chinese (Traditional)
- Tiếng Việt - Vietnamese
- 한국어 - Korean
- Pусский - Russian
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Topics covered in the manual
Washington Motorcycle Safety Program
- Obtaining your permit or endorsement
- 2-wheel rider training and education
- 3-wheel rider education courses
- Endorsement testing
- Transferring from out of state
Preparing to ride
- Create your own safety
- Helmets
- Eye protection
- Protective gear
Riding a 2-wheeled motorcycle
- Choosing the right bike for you
- Differences between 2- and 2-wheeled motorcycles
- Riding posture
- Braking
- Carrying passengers and cargo
Riding a 3-wheeled motorcycle
- Types of 3-wheelers
- Riding posture
- Unique handling characteristics
- Braking
- Evasive maneuvers
Strategies for the street
- Being visible
- Creating time and space to react
- Roadway management skills
- Group riding
Impairment
- Alcohol
- Drugs
- Marijuana
- Conviction consequences
- Technology use
- Peer pressure
