UK Motorcycle Theory Test Road Signs & Markings

Question 1

A triangular sign showing a motorcycle with a curved arrow beneath it warns of:

Accepted Answer

A sharp bend or series of bends ahead requiring reduced speed

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A roundabout ahead

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Motorcycles prohibited

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A skid risk due to oil spillage

Question 2

What does a blue circular sign with a white motorcycle mean?

Accepted Answer

Motorcycles only — route open to powered two-wheelers

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Motorcycles prohibited

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Motorcycle parking area ahead

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Motorcycles may use the bus lane

Question 3

A broken white line with longer markings and shorter gaps across the centre of the road indicates:

Accepted Answer

A hazard warning line — extra caution required and do not cross unless safe to overtake

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No overtaking zone

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A mandatory lane divider

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The start of a 20 mph zone

Question 4

What do yellow zigzag lines on the road at a pedestrian crossing indicate?

Accepted Answer

No parking or stopping and no overtaking the leading vehicle in the approach zone

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Loading prohibited at these times

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A speed bump is ahead

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A school zone

Question 5

What does a red circular sign with a white horizontal bar mean in the UK?

Accepted Answer

No entry for all vehicles (entry prohibited)

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No entry for motor vehicles only

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Speed limit of 30 mph

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No overtaking for motorcycles

Question 6

What does a white diamond shape painted on the road surface indicate?

Accepted Answer

A pedestrian or cycle priority route — give way to crossing users

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Motorcycle priority lane

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A slow vehicle refuge

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The end of a clearway restriction