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Rules of the Road

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Rules for motorcyclists

Page 195

Follow the rules below.

Avoid riding between traffic lanes.

Keep well clear of other vehicles when passing them. Remember that

drivers might not always see you in their ‘blind spots’.

If your machine is fitted with indicators and a brake light, use them.

However, if other road users cannot see these signals, or if you think they might not be working, you should give clear hand signals as well. See section 7 on hand signals.

Use rear-view mirrors if your motorcycle or moped is fitted with them.

Remember, though, not to rely on your mirrors when moving off, changing lane, turning right and overtaking. You should also look over your shoulders and check any ‘blind spots’.

Your motorcycle tyres must have a tread depth of at least 1 mm, but you should replace them before they become this worn.

Extracted from the RSA Rules of the Road, Revision 9, May 2026. Source PDF · reuse permission unconfirmed.