UK Motorcycle Theory Test Road Signs & Markings 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: A triangular sign showing a motorcycle with a curved arrow beneath it warns of:
- A roundabout ahead
- A sharp bend or series of bends ahead requiring reduced speed (Correct answer)
- Motorcycles prohibited
- A skid risk due to oil spillage
Correct answer: A sharp bend or series of bends ahead requiring reduced speed
Triangular warning signs alert the driver to hazards ahead; a symbol showing a bend with this shape warns riders to reduce speed and position correctly before entering.
Question 2: What does a blue circular sign with a white motorcycle mean?
- Motorcycles prohibited
- Motorcycles only — route open to powered two-wheelers (Correct answer)
- Motorcycle parking area ahead
- Motorcycles may use the bus lane
Correct answer: Motorcycles only — route open to powered two-wheelers
Blue circles give mandatory instructions; a motorcycle symbol inside means the route or lane is designated for or permitted to powered two-wheelers (specific context varies by location).
Question 3: A broken white line with longer markings and shorter gaps across the centre of the road indicates:
- No overtaking zone
- A hazard warning line — extra caution required and do not cross unless safe to overtake (Correct answer)
- A mandatory lane divider
- The start of a 20 mph zone
Correct answer: A hazard warning line — extra caution required and do not cross unless safe to overtake
Hazard warning lines (longer painted section, shorter gap) warn of an upcoming hazard; riders should not cross to overtake unless the road ahead is clear and safe.
Question 4: What do yellow zigzag lines on the road at a pedestrian crossing indicate?
- Loading prohibited at these times
- No parking or stopping and no overtaking the leading vehicle in the approach zone (Correct answer)
- A speed bump is ahead
- A school zone
Correct answer: No parking or stopping and no overtaking the leading vehicle in the approach zone
Yellow zigzags at crossings prohibit parking, stopping and overtaking the leading vehicle on the approach; they ensure pedestrians can see and be seen when using the crossing.
Question 5: What does a red circular sign with a white horizontal bar mean in the UK?
- No entry for motor vehicles only
- No entry for all vehicles (entry prohibited) (Correct answer)
- Speed limit of 30 mph
- No overtaking for motorcycles
Correct answer: No entry for all vehicles (entry prohibited)
The 'no entry' sign (a red circle with a single white horizontal bar) prohibits entry to all vehicles from that direction; it is commonly used at one-way street entrances.
Question 6: What does a white diamond shape painted on the road surface indicate?
- Motorcycle priority lane
- A pedestrian or cycle priority route — give way to crossing users (Correct answer)
- A slow vehicle refuge
- The end of a clearway restriction
Correct answer: A pedestrian or cycle priority route — give way to crossing users
A white diamond road marking indicates a crossing or priority area for pedestrians or cyclists, reminding drivers to give way to users crossing at that point.
