Over a third of all candidates fails the CBR motorcycle theory exam. With TheorieIQ’s complete online motorcycle theory course you can ensure you do pass.
Questions just like CBR exam
Including extensive error analysis
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We know what the CBR will ask
50 Realistic mock exams
With 50 mock exams you already know how you’re doing before exam day arrives. Every mock exam is up to date and follows the exact format of the real CBR motorcycle theory exam
3,250 CBR-proof practice questions
With 3,250 practice questions you can drill motorcycle theory for as long as you need, each one styled after the real exam. Finished a chapter? The test instantly shows you what’s stuck and what still needs some work.
Complete video course
Seeing, hearing, and practising, that combination makes motorcycle theory stick faster than just reading does. Especially with traffic insight, actually seeing situations play out beats reading about them.
Track your progress and mistakes
Mistakes are where the real learning happens. Your dashboard keeps track of which sections still need work and which you’ve nailed. Once it’s all green, you know you’re ready for the motorcycle theory exam.
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1-day unlimited access to all practice questions, exams, and the video course for your motorcycle theory exam
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31-day unlimited access to all practice questions, exams, and the video course for your motorcycle theory exam
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7-day unlimited access to all practice questions, exams, and the video course for your motorcycle theory exam
All you need, in one package
With 3,250 practice questions, 50 theory practice exams, and a video course, we leave nothing to chance when it comes to passing.
Unlimited practice
No time limit, no pressure. Practice as much as you need to prepare optimally for your theory exam.
Best chance of passing
Smartly composed course packages that give you the best chance of passing your theory exam with ease.
On any device
Laptop, phone, or tablet. Practice wherever and whenever suits you.
Is 1 day sufficient, or would you rather have a bit more time to prepare? Choose the package that fits your needs best.
After your order you will immediately receive an email that grants you access to the TheorieIQ platform.
You can start practicing immediately. Before you know you it you will be ready to ace the CBR motorcycle theory exam.
Nearly 4 out of 10 riders fail the theory exam on their first attempt. Underestimating it is usually to blame, especially if you already hold a car licence. With TheorieIQ you learn the material from a rider’s perspective and walk into the CBR feeling ready. Our all-in-one platform is built to get you through first time.
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Watch the video course
Work through the material calmly with a CBR expert. You learn the rules and pick up on every traffic situation.
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Practice questions and mock exams
Answer questions on each section, put yourself to the test with the quiz, and round it off with mock exams.
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Track your progress
Check your progress on the dashboard. Ready for your motorcycle theory exam at the CBR?
Test your knowledge with our free traffic signs test (Dutch).
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You won’t be bored to death
Studying without the hassle. No thick handbooks, just clear chunks you can work through anywhere: on the way to the riding school, between two appointments, or at home on the sofa.
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You won’t waste time
Straight for the exam. Everything you do with us lines up one-to-one with what the CBR tests for licence A. No filler you’ll never see again, only the material that counts on exam day.
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You really learn effectively
Variety beats cramming. You keep switching between videos, practice questions, exams, and reading material. That way the motorcycle theory sticks, instead of being gone by the next day.
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You can practise as much as you want
Every chapter is packed with exercises, hundreds per section. And you’ll never get the same question twice, because there’s nothing to learn from that.
At TheorieIQ you practise motorcycle theory the way that suits you. Read through the material in the theory book, watch the video course, or dive straight into practice questions and mock exams. Over 3,250 questions and 50 mock exams are ready for you, and with the video course you can always fall back on an instructor when you’re stuck.
Getting something wrong isn’t a problem, as long as you learn from it. With every question, TheorieIQ explains why the answer is what it is. That way the material actually sinks in, instead of you cramming answers you’ll have forgotten a week later.
Do you know which parts of the motorcycle theory you’ve already mastered and where there’s still work to do? TheorieIQ keeps track of it for you. You can see at a glance where you stand, so you can practise with purpose and skip the material you already know.
The mock exams on TheorieIQ are set up to get you used to the tension of the real motorcycle theory exam. Time pressure, official phrasing, an instant result. You’ll know exactly whether you’re ready, before you’ve even set foot in the exam room.
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There are specific requirements for the motorcycle theory exam that depend on the type of motorcycle licence you want to get. For licence A1 (light motorcycle) you can sit the theory exam from age 17 and the practical exam from age 18. For licence A2 (medium-weight motorcycle) the minimum age for the practical exam is 20.
For the full A licence (heavy motorcycle) you can sit the practical exam from age 21. Alongside your age, you need a valid form of ID to register with the CBR. You don’t have to have taken riding lessons before you can sit the motorcycle theory exam.
The cost of the CBR motorcycle theory exam in 2026 is €50.50. That’s slightly more than the car theory exam. If you fail and want to resit, you pay the full amount again. Alongside the exam fee, you can factor in the cost of a theory package and riding lessons at a motorcycle riding school.
Motorcycle lessons are generally more expensive than car lessons, which is an extra reason to pass your theory first time. A theory package at TheorieIQ starts from just €14.95, keeping the investment in your preparation relatively low.
The motorcycle theory exam consists of 50 questions that you answer in 30 minutes. That’s less time per question than the car theory exam, so having a good feel for the way questions are phrased is extra important. The exam is split into two parts: traffic rules and traffic insight.
In the insight section you’re shown situations where, as a rider, you have to judge quickly and correctly what’s happening on the road. That calls for a specific eye for danger, because as a rider you’re more vulnerable than a car driver. Practising this type of question is essential for a solid preparation for your motorcycle theory exam.
The motorcycle theory exam has 50 questions, and you’re allowed up to 9 wrong answers. That gives you a bit more room than the car exam, but the questions specifically target the risks that come with riding a motorcycle. As a rider you’re more vulnerable in traffic than car drivers: you don’t have a body of metal around you and you’re less visible to other road users.
The CBR therefore tests not just traffic rules, but explicitly situational awareness and risk assessment. Anyone who only learns the basic rules will fall short. Targeted practice with situations that are specifically dangerous for riders is what makes the difference between passing and failing.
More than a third of all candidates fail the motorcycle theory exam on their first try. It’s rarely because the material is too difficult, and nearly always because the preparation falls short. Riders who already hold a car licence sometimes underestimate the exam because they already know the basic rules.
Even so, the motorcycle theory exam calls for a different way of looking at traffic, where you assess situations from the perspective of a vulnerable road user. Anyone who practises the motorcycle theory with purpose using mock exams, makes good use of the error analysis, and pays extra attention to the traffic insight section, significantly boosts their chances of passing.
Once you pass the motorcycle theory exam, your theory certificate is valid for 18 months. You have to pass your practical exam within that period. If you don’t manage that in time, your theory certificate expires and you’ll have to sit the exam again.
For the motorcycle there’s an added point: the type of licence you’re preparing for determines your practical route. With an A2 licence you can move up to the A licence after two years by taking an additional practical exam, without having to sit the theory again. So plan your exams wisely and keep a close eye on the validity period.
For a lot of people, learning the motorcycle theory feels like a box to tick on the way to actual riding. Yet solid preparation for the motorcycle theory exam might just be the most important step towards your licence. If you really know the theory, you ride more consciously and spot dangerous situations faster. Especially on a motorcycle, where you’re more vulnerable behind the bars than in a car, that makes a real difference.
The key to practising your motorcycle theory successfully is consistency. Not rushing through everything in one evening, but putting in fifteen or twenty minutes every day. Spreading the material out helps you remember it better and gradually builds your confidence. Combine learning the traffic rules with doing practice questions, so you don’t just know what the rules are but also learn how to apply them in situations that are specific to riders.
Practising the motorcycle theory exam with real exam questions is essential here. That way you get used to the way questions are phrased and won’t be caught out by any nasty surprises on the day.
Where it often goes wrong is that people with a car licence assume they can knock the motorcycle theory out in no time. But the CBR motorcycle exam specifically tests your insight as a rider in dangerous traffic situations. That’s a different skill from knowing the general traffic rules, and you only develop it by really getting stuck in.
Learning motorcycle theory doesn’t have to be a slog. With the right approach, a bit of discipline, and solid practice material, you’ll get a long way. TheorieIQ offers everything you need to walk into your motorcycle theory exam well prepared.
Are you ready for the CBR motorcycle theory exam?
Check your level and start practicing now. More than 3.000 practice questions, 50 mock exams, a video course, and much more. All for one price.
That depends on the package you have chosen. There are three options:
Within the duration you picked you can practice unlimited. You decide how much time you need and how often you want to do practice questions or mock exams.
Yes, all the motorcycle theory study material within TheorieIQ is fully up to date. The content is provided by LENS Media, one of the most comprehensive suppliers of motorcycle theory learning materials in the Netherlands.
Any changes in legislation or CBR guidelines are worked in straight away, including in the video course. That way you’re always practising motorcycle theory based on what will actually be expected of you during the real CBR exam.
Yes, our course if fully translated to English by a native speaker. Occassionally, you might encounter a Dutch term. This is deliberate, as these are terms the CBR expects you to learn in Dutch and may ask about them during the official CBR motor theory exam.
The motorcycle theory course is currently available in Dutch and English.
Yes, as soon as your payment is processed you’ll receive an email with access to the TheorieIQ platform. From that moment on you can get straight to work practising your motorcycle theory, without limits for the duration of your package. Didn’t get an email? Check your spam folder. Not there either? Get in touch with us.
Yes, TheorieIQ has an extensive knowledge base (NL) that’s freely accessible to everyone. In it you’ll find clear explanations of traffic situations, traffic rules, and road signs, as a solid foundation for your motorcycle theory. If you really want to walk into your motorcycle theory exam well prepared, a package is the smarter choice. The study material is more extensive, matches the CBR exam precisely, and gives you access to 3,250 practice questions, 50 mock exams, and much more.
