UK Motorcycle Theory Test Rules of the Road

Question 1

When turning right at a junction, a motorcyclist should position themselves:

Accepted Answer

Just left of the centre of the road, checking mirrors and signalling in good time

Answer

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.

Question 2

What is the legal requirement for motorcycle helmets in the UK?

Accepted Answer

All motorcyclists and passengers must wear a helmet meeting British or EU safety standards

Answer

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.

Question 3

On which side of the road should a motorcyclist normally ride?

Accepted Answer

The left side unless overtaking — the normal running position is just left of centre of the lane

Answer

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.

Question 4

What is the Highway Code rule on filtering (lane splitting) for motorcyclists?

Accepted Answer

Filtering is legal but must be done with care and at a sensible speed — the rider accepts increased risk

Answer

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.

Question 5

At a pelican crossing, a motorcyclist must stop when:

Accepted Answer

The red light shows — the same as for all motor vehicles

Answer

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.

DVSA UK Driving Theory Practice Test

DVSA UK Driving Theory Practice Test

UK Motorcycle Theory Test Rules of the Road