UK Motorcycle Theory Test Vulnerable Road Users 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: A pedestrian begins to cross at a zebra crossing as a motorcyclist approaches. The motorcyclist must:
- Sound the horn and continue
- Stop and give way to the pedestrian — the pedestrian has right of way once on or about to step onto the crossing (Correct answer)
- Only stop if the pedestrian is directly in the path of travel
- Slow to 10 mph and continue
Correct answer: Stop and give way to the pedestrian — the pedestrian has right of way once on or about to step onto the crossing
Pedestrians who are stepping onto or already on a zebra crossing have legal priority; motorcyclists must stop and wait until the crossing is clear — as updated by the 2022 Highway Code.
Question 2: What risk does a large vehicle turning left present to a motorcyclist positioned on the nearside?
- The vehicle may dazzle the rider with indicator lights
- The vehicle may swing wide or cut across the motorcyclist, crushing them between the vehicle and the kerb — the 'left hook' danger (Correct answer)
- The rider may be blown sideways by the vehicle's wind
- The vehicle may suddenly accelerate on the turn
Correct answer: The vehicle may swing wide or cut across the motorcyclist, crushing them between the vehicle and the kerb — the 'left hook' danger
Large vehicles turning left often swing slightly right before turning, creating a space on the near side that inexperienced riders may enter; as the vehicle turns, the motorcycle is trapped between it and the kerb.
Question 3: How should a motorcyclist respond to a guide dog and visually impaired pedestrian near the road?
- Accelerate to pass quickly to reduce disturbance
- Reduce speed, do not sound the horn, and be prepared to stop — any sudden noise may distract the guide dog (Correct answer)
- Use the horn briefly to signal presence
- Switch to hazard lights as a warning
Correct answer: Reduce speed, do not sound the horn, and be prepared to stop — any sudden noise may distract the guide dog
Guide dogs rely on concentration to guide their owner safely; a sudden horn or engine rev can distract the dog and cause the user to step into a dangerous position; quiet, slow passage is essential.
Question 4: At a pelican crossing with a flashing amber signal, a motorcyclist should:
- Stop and wait for the green signal
- Proceed only if the crossing is clear — give way to pedestrians still on the crossing (Correct answer)
- Continue at the same speed as the amber is advisory only
- Sound the horn to encourage pedestrians to clear the crossing quickly
Correct answer: Proceed only if the crossing is clear — give way to pedestrians still on the crossing
Flashing amber at a pelican crossing allows vehicles to proceed, but only when the crossing is completely clear of pedestrians — any pedestrian on the crossing still has priority.
Question 5: When a motorcyclist approaches a bus stop where a bus is loading or unloading, they should:
- Overtake the bus as quickly as possible before passengers step out
- Slow and watch for passengers stepping off the bus and walking into the road on both sides of the vehicle (Correct answer)
- Sound the horn to warn passengers the motorcycle is approaching
- Change lanes to the right immediately
Correct answer: Slow and watch for passengers stepping off the bus and walking into the road on both sides of the vehicle
Passengers alighting from a bus may step off on either side without looking; passengers from the front may cross in front, and from the rear may cross behind the bus — both into the path of a passing motorcycle.
Question 6: What additional consideration applies when riding past a primary school with a 20 mph zone at arrival time?
- The 20 mph zone is advisory for motorcyclists only
- The 20 mph limit is mandatory and the risk of children running out means the rider should be prepared to stop far more promptly than normal (Correct answer)
- Children are supervised by crossing patrols so normal awareness is sufficient
- Motorcyclists may use the cycle lane near schools to improve safety
Correct answer: The 20 mph limit is mandatory and the risk of children running out means the rider should be prepared to stop far more promptly than normal
A 20 mph zone is a legally enforceable limit; combined with the extreme unpredictability of children near school, riders must ride with greater attention, reduced speed within the limit and high readiness to stop.
UK Motorcycle Theory Test Vulnerable Road Users 2
A pedestrian begins to cross at a zebra crossing as a motorcyclist approaches.
The motorcyclist must: