UK Motorcycle Theory Test Vulnerable Road Users 2

Question 1

A pedestrian begins to cross at a zebra crossing as a motorcyclist approaches. The motorcyclist must:

Accepted Answer

Stop and give way to the pedestrian — the pedestrian has right of way once on or about to step onto the crossing

Answer

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?

Accepted Answer

The vehicle may swing wide or cut across the motorcyclist, crushing them between the vehicle and the kerb — the 'left hook' danger

Answer

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?

Accepted Answer

Reduce speed, do not sound the horn, and be prepared to stop — any sudden noise may distract the guide dog

Answer

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:

Accepted Answer

Proceed only if the crossing is clear — give way to pedestrians still on the crossing

Answer

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:

Accepted Answer

Slow and watch for passengers stepping off the bus and walking into the road on both sides of the vehicle

Answer

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.

DVSA UK Driving Theory Practice Test

DVSA UK Driving Theory Practice Test

UK Motorcycle Theory Test Vulnerable Road Users 2