You must complete a total of 4 tests to get your 2W endorsement: 2 knowledge tests, and 2 riding skills tests.
This test measures how well you understand:
Make sure you study the Motorcycle Operator Manual.
The permit riding skills test measures your ability to operate a 2W motorcycle legally and safely.
After you pass both permit tests you're eligible for a 2W motorcycle instruction permit to practice riding on public highways.
The endorsement knowledge test consists of 50 questions. It measures your understanding of:
Make sure you study the Motorcycle Operator Manual.
Take time to practice for the endorsement riding skills test before attempting it. It is assessed on a pass/fail basis. During the endorsement riding skills test, you must complete the following tasks:
Please ask your training school for details about the endorsement riding test (demonstration videos coming soon).
After you pass both the permit and endorsement knowledge and riding skills tests you’re eligible for a 2W motorcycle endorsement to ride on public highways.
1. To legally operate a motorcycle in the State of Washington you must wear the following:
Reference in Motorcycle Operator Manual: 2-2 Create Your Own Safety with Functional Gear
2. When riding in a group, a motorcyclist should:
Reference in Motorcycle Operator Manual: 6-5, 6-6 Peer Pressure-Riding in Groups
3. The best way to stop safely on a motorcycle is to:
Reference in Motorcycle Operator Manual: 3-9 Quick Stops
4. As a rider swerves to avoid a collision, they should also:
Reference in Motorcycle Operator Manual: 3-10 Swerves
5. Which of the following are examples of rider impairment?
Reference in Motorcycle Operator Manual: 6-1 Types of Impairments