highway code - motorcyclists

Question 1

Q: What must a rider and pillion passenger wear on all journeys?

Q: Who is exempt from wearing a motorcycle helmet?

Q: What should you check before each journey regarding your helmet?

Q: Are riders of quadbikes and motor tricycles required to wear helmets?

Answer 1

A: A protective helmet that complies with regulations and is securely fastened.

A: Followers of the Sikh religion wearing a turban.

A: That the visor is clean and in good condition.

A: They should wear a protective helmet (recommended).

Question 2

Q: What eye protection rules apply to motorcyclists?

Q: Why are scratched or poorly fitting eye protectors dangerous?

Q: What additional protective equipment is recommended for motorcyclists?

Answer 2

A: Eye protectors MUST comply with regulations.

A: They limit vision, especially in bright sunlight and darkness.

A: Strong boots, gloves, suitable clothing, and ear protection.

Question 3

Q: How many pillion passengers may a motorcycle carry?

Q: How must a pillion passenger be positioned?

Q: When is it illegal to carry a pillion passenger?

Answer 3

A: Only one.

A: Sitting astride, facing forward, with both feet on footrests.

A: If the motorcycle is not designed for one or if the rider has a provisional licence.

Question 4

Q: How can a motorcyclist improve visibility in daylight?

Q: Why should motorcyclists still be cautious even when highly visible?

Q: How can motorcyclists improve visibility at night?

Q: Why is reflective clothing effective at night?

Answer 4

A: Bright/fluorescent clothing, light-coloured helmet, dipped headlights.

A: Drivers may misjudge speed or distance.

A: Wear reflective clothing or reflective strips.

A: It reflects vehicle headlights, making riders visible from further away.

Question 5

Q: What checks should be made before manoeuvring?
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Q: What risks exist when filtering in traffic?

Q: What is the correct riding sequence when manoeuvring?

Answer 5

A: Check behind and to the sides using mirrors and direct observation.

A: Pedestrians crossing between vehicles and vehicles changing lanes.

A: Observation → Signal → Manoeuvre.

Question 6

🪪 Motorcycle Licence Requirements (Flashcards)

Q: What must provisional motorcycle licence holders complete?

Q: What motorcycle can a CBT rider use on the road?

Q: How long is CBT valid for?

Q: What plates must a learner rider display?

Q: What conditions apply when practising under direct access?
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Q: What tests are required for a full motorcycle licence?

Answer 6

🪪 Motorcycle Licence Requirements (Flashcards)

A: Compulsory Basic Training (CBT).

A: Up to 125cc with a maximum power output of 11 kW.

Q: How long is CBT valid for?
A: Two years.

Q: What plates must a learner rider display?
A: L plates (or D plates in Wales).

Q: What conditions apply when practising under direct access?
A: Supervised by an approved trainer, radio contact, high-visibility clothing, L plates fitted.

Q: What tests are required for a full motorcycle licence?
A: Motorcycle theory test and practical test.

Question 7

🅰️ A1 Licence

Q: Minimum age for an A1 licence?

Q: What motorcycle is used for the A1 test?

Q: What can you ride with an A1 licence?

🅰️🅱️ A2 Licence

Q: Minimum age for an A2 licence?

Q: What motorcycle is required for the A2 test?

Q: What are A2 riding limits?

Answer 7

🅰️ A1 Licence

Q: Minimum age for an A1 licence?
A: 17.

Q: What motorcycle is used for the A1 test?
A: 120–125cc motorcycle.

Q: What can you ride with an A1 licence?
A: Up to 125cc, 11 kW, or a motor tricycle up to 15 kW.

🅰️🅱️ A2 Licence

Q: Minimum age for an A2 licence?
A: 19.

Q: What motorcycle is required for the A2 test?
A: At least 395cc, 25–35 kW.

Q: What are A2 riding limits?
A: Max 35 kW and power-to-weight ratio of 0.2 kW/kg.

Question 8

🅰️ Full A Licence

Q: What motorcycle is required for the full A test?

Q: How can you access a full A licence?

Q: What does passing the full A licence allow?

Q: When may a rider carry a pillion passenger or pull a trailer?

Answer 8

🅰️ Full A Licence

Q: What motorcycle is required for the full A test?
A: At least 595cc and 40 kW.

Q: How can you access a full A licence?
A: Progressive access (age 21) or direct access (age 24).

Q: What does passing the full A licence allow?
A: Riding all motorcycles and motor tricycles.

Q: When may a rider carry a pillion passenger or pull a trailer?
A: Only after passing the practical motorcycle test.

Question 9

Q: Maximum engine size of a moped?

Q: Maximum speed of a moped?

Q: Minimum age to ride a moped?

Q: What must moped learners complete?

Q: What tests are required for a full moped licence?

Q: Who can ride a moped without L plates?

Answer 9

Q: Maximum engine size of a moped?
A: 50cc.

Q: Maximum speed of a moped?
A: 28 mph (45 km/h).

Q: Minimum age to ride a moped?
A: 16.

Q: What must moped learners complete?
A: CBT training.

Q: What tests are required for a full moped licence?
A: Motorcycle theory test and moped practical test.

Q: Who can ride a moped without L plates?
A: Drivers who passed a car test before 1 February 2001.