Rules of the Road Flashcards
6 cards from real DVSA practice questions. Tap to flip, then mark Knew It or Still Learning — missed cards come back until you master them.
Read the first 6 Rules of the Road flashcards as text
When turning right at a junction, a motorcyclist should position themselves:
Answer: Just left of the centre of the road, checking mirrors and signalling in good time
Before turning right, the Highway Code recommends moving just left of the centre line (after checking mirrors and signalling) to allow vehicles going straight on to pass on the left.
What is the legal requirement for motorcycle helmets in the UK?
Answer: All motorcyclists and passengers must wear a helmet meeting British or EU safety standards
The Motor Cycles (Protective Helmets) Regulations 1998 require all motorcycle riders and pillion passengers to wear a helmet meeting a specified safety standard — failure is a criminal offence.
On which side of the road should a motorcyclist normally ride?
Answer: The left side unless overtaking — the normal running position is just left of centre of the lane
The normal riding position on UK roads is the left side of the road; within the lane, the recommended position is just left of the centre (offside wheel track area) for visibility, not the extreme left.
What is the Highway Code rule on filtering (lane splitting) for motorcyclists?
Answer: Filtering is legal but must be done with care and at a sensible speed — the rider accepts increased risk
Filtering is legal in the UK but the Highway Code (Rule 88) advises riders to proceed with care and at a safe speed relative to surrounding traffic, as filtering increases exposure to hazards.
At a pelican crossing, a motorcyclist must stop when:
Answer: The red light shows — the same as for all motor vehicles
All motor vehicles, including motorcycles, must stop at a red traffic signal at a pelican crossing; the flashing amber that follows allows proceeding only if the crossing is clear of pedestrians.
A motorcyclist approaching a humpback bridge should:
Answer: Slow down and approach in a position that allows them to be seen by oncoming vehicles, as visibility over the crest is limited
Humpback bridges restrict visibility; a rider should slow and position well to be seen, as oncoming vehicles — including wide vehicles — may be positioned in or near the centre of the road.