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Traffic signs
Traffic rules
Philippines
True/false 17 Philippines 21 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Show all 588
What should you do if an animal is standing on the road at night?

1. What should you do if an animal is standing on the road at night?

Flash your headlights repeatedly to make it move.
✓ Slow down and be prepared to stop.
Drive around it immediately without slowing down.
Sound your horn and continue at the same speed.

Animals may freeze, turn back, or move unpredictably when caught in vehicle headlights.

Animal standing on a road at night
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

2. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Parking brake applied.
Electronic stability control.
✓ Anti-lock braking system warning.
Brake-pad wear warning.

This symbol indicates a possible fault with the anti-lock braking system (ABS). Normal braking may still be available, but ABS may not operate during heavy braking, so the system should be checked.

Anti-lock braking system warning symbol on the dashboard
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

3. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Charging-system warning.
Engine-management warning.
Low washer fluid.
✓ Engine-temperature warning.

This symbol indicates that the engine coolant temperature is too high. If it illuminates while driving, stop safely and allow the engine to cool before investigating the cause.

Engine-temperature warning symbol on the dashboard
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Why should you leave extra space behind a vehicle carrying animals?

4. Why should you leave extra space behind a vehicle carrying animals?

Because they must always travel in the centre of the road.
Because they cannot use brake lights.
Because they cannot use their horn.
✓ Because it may move slowly or stop unexpectedly.

Vehicles transporting animals may accelerate slowly, take bends carefully, or brake gently to protect their load.

Vehicle following an animal transporter
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

5. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Air conditioning.
Rear window demister.
Fan speed.
Air recirculation.

The A/C symbol controls the vehicle's air-conditioning system. Air conditioning can cool and dehumidify the air inside the vehicle, which can also help clear mist from the windows.

Air-conditioning control with the A/C symbol
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What should you do if a large animal suddenly enters your path?

6. What should you do if a large animal suddenly enters your path?

Swerve sharply into another lane.
Turn suddenly toward the roadside.
✓ Brake firmly while keeping control of the vehicle.
Release the steering wheel and brake hard.

If a large animal enters the road, brake firmly while keeping the vehicle under control. Avoid sudden swerving, as this can cause you to lose control or collide with other traffic.

Large animal entering a vehicle's path
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What should you do if another vehicle is signalling to turn?

7. What should you do if another vehicle is signalling to turn?

Use your horn and proceed immediately.
Assume the driver has seen you.
Enter the road before the vehicle reaches you.
✓ Do not rely on the signal alone, proceed only when it is safe.

An indicator shows an intention, but it does not guarantee that the driver will turn. The signal may have been left on accidentally or the driver's intentions may change. Observe the vehicle's speed and position and proceed only when you are sure it is safe.

Another vehicle signalling to turn
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Why should you not drive too close behind another vehicle?

8. Why should you not drive too close behind another vehicle?

✓ You may not have enough time to stop.
It makes your headlights less effective.
It causes the vehicle ahead to use more fuel.
It makes your steering less responsive.

Driving too close, or tailgating, reduces the time and space available to react and increases the risk of a rear-end collision. Use defensive driving and keep a safe following distance.

Vehicle tailgating the traffic ahead
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Why should you take extra care when crossing a tram or bus lane?

9. Why should you take extra care when crossing a tram or bus lane?

Cars always have priority over trams and buses.
Trams and buses must always stop before crossings.
You only need to check for traffic from one direction.
✓ A tram or bus may approach quickly.

Check carefully before crossing or entering a tram or bus lane. Trams cannot steer around obstacles, and both trams and buses may need significant distance to stop.

Traffic crossing a lane used by public transport
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What should you do if another driver does not give way when they should?

10. What should you do if another driver does not give way when they should?

Accelerate so you pass through first.
Use the horn and continue at the same speed.
Move closer so the other driver is forced to give way.
✓ Slow down and avoid a collision.

Even if you have priority, safety comes first. Slow down, stay calm, and avoid creating a dangerous situation.

Conflicting vehicle movements at a junction
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What should cyclists do when passing pedestrians on a shared path?

11. What should cyclists do when passing pedestrians on a shared path?

Pass quickly before they change direction.
Pass closely if there is not enough room.
✓ Slow down, give warning, and leave enough space.
Use your bell and keep the same speed.

Pedestrians may change direction unexpectedly. A warning and safe passing distance reduce the risk of a collision.

Cyclist passing pedestrians on a shared path
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You should keep both hands ready to control the steering.

12. You should keep both hands ready to control the steering.

False.
✓ True.

Keeping proper control of the steering wheel helps you react safely to changes in traffic and road conditions.

Driver keeping both hands on the steering wheel
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Why can fog make it difficult to judge the speed of other vehicles?

13. Why can fog make it difficult to judge the speed of other vehicles?

Fog causes vehicles to travel at uneven speeds.
Fog makes road markings appear closer together.
Fog changes the way mirrors show moving vehicles.
✓ Limited visibility makes distances and movement harder to estimate.

Fog reduces visual information, making it harder to judge how far away another vehicle is and how quickly it is approaching.

Other traffic partly obscured by fog
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Why should you avoid travelling with the seatback excessively reclined?

14. Why should you avoid travelling with the seatback excessively reclined?

It can prevent the head restraint from being adjusted.
It can make the airbag deploy earlier.
It can cause the seat to slide forwards when braking.
✓ It can reduce how effectively the seat belt restrains you.

An excessively reclined seat can affect how the seat belt fits and restrains your body and may increase the risk of sliding under the lap belt in a collision. Sit in a reasonably upright position so the lap belt stays low across the hips and the shoulder belt lies correctly across the chest.

Vehicle seat with an excessively reclined backrest
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What should you do if a red warning light appears with an unusual noise?

15. What should you do if a red warning light appears with an unusual noise?

Continue slowly if the vehicle still responds normally.
✓ Stop safely, switch off the engine, and seek assistance.
Wait until the next service to have it checked.
Ignore the noise if the warning light later goes out.

A red warning combined with an unusual noise may indicate a serious fault. Continuing could cause damage or loss of control.

Red dashboard warning requiring the driver's attention
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What should you do with the parking brake when parking on a slope?

16. What should you do with the parking brake when parking on a slope?

✓ Apply it firmly.
Leave it partly applied.
Release it completely.
Use it only if the engine is running.

When parking on a slope, apply the parking brake firmly to help prevent the vehicle from rolling. Selecting an appropriate gear or Park provides additional security.

Using the parking brake when parking on a slope
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What should you do about a chip in the windscreen?

17. What should you do about a chip in the windscreen?

✓ Have it assessed and repaired promptly.
Wait until the chip becomes a larger crack.
Clean the glass and continue driving normally.
Cover the chip so it cannot spread.

A chip can obstruct your view, weaken the glass, and develop into a larger crack. Have it checked and repaired promptly.

Stone chip in a vehicle's windscreen
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What should you do when traffic is merging from another lane?

18. What should you do when traffic is merging from another lane?

✓ Adjust your speed and leave space when safe.
Maintain your speed and expect them to merge behind you.
Move into another lane without checking around you.
Speed up slightly so they can merge behind you.

When traffic merges, good observation and speed control help vehicles join safely without sudden braking or conflict.

Vehicle merging from an adjacent lane
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What should you do when traffic lights change to amber as you approach?

19. What should you do when traffic lights change to amber as you approach?

Continue at the same speed if the junction looks clear.
Treat it like a green light until it turns red.
✓ Stop if you can do so safely.
Accelerate to pass before the light turns red.

An amber light warns that the signal is changing. Stop if it is safe, but avoid sudden braking that could cause danger behind you.

Vehicle approaching an amber traffic light
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What should you do when approaching stationary or slow-moving traffic on a motorway?

20. What should you do when approaching stationary or slow-moving traffic on a motorway?

✓ Reduce speed early and be prepared to stop.
Brake only when the vehicle ahead begins braking.
Follow the vehicle ahead closely to keep traffic moving.
Maintain speed until you are close to the queue.

Motorway queues can appear suddenly. Early braking gives following traffic more time to react.

Slow-moving traffic ahead on a motorway
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What should cyclists do when approaching a junction?

21. What should cyclists do when approaching a junction?

Watch only the traffic directly ahead of you.
Rely on other road users to give way to you.
Accelerate so you spend less time at the junction.
✓ Reduce speed, observe carefully, and be ready to stop.

Junctions create conflict points between road users. Slowing down gives you more time to see hazards and react safely.

Cyclist approaching a road junction
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What should you do when driving near animals?

22. What should you do when driving near animals?

Maintain speed if they remain beside the road.
Sound your horn to make them move away.
✓ Slow down and be ready to stop.
Flash your headlights repeatedly to warn them.

Animals can move unpredictably. Slow down, stay alert, and be prepared to stop safely.

Animals near moving road traffic
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Why should you check for motorcyclists before changing lanes?

23. Why should you check for motorcyclists before changing lanes?

✓ Motorcycles can be harder to see and may be in your blind spot.
Motorcycles need more road space than cars.
Motorcycles always travel faster than other traffic.
Motorcyclists are required to stay beside the kerb.

Motorcyclists are smaller and can be hidden in blind spots. Check mirrors, signal, and look carefully before changing lanes.

Motorcycle near a vehicle preparing to change lanes
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What should you do if a seat belt is frayed or damaged?

24. What should you do if a seat belt is frayed or damaged?

Twist the damaged section so it cannot tear further.
Wear the belt loosely to reduce strain on it.
Cover the damaged section and continue using it.
✓ Have it inspected and replaced before relying on it.

A damaged seat belt may not provide proper protection in a collision. Frayed webbing, damaged buckles, faulty retractors, or other defects should be professionally inspected and repaired or replaced before the seat belt is relied upon.

Frayed or damaged seat-belt webbing
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Where should you normally wait after a breakdown on a high-speed road?

25. Where should you normally wait after a breakdown on a high-speed road?

✓ Behind a safety barrier and well away from the vehicle and traffic.
Between the vehicle and the safety barrier.
On the verge beside the broken-down vehicle.
Immediately behind the vehicle so you remain visible.

A stationary vehicle can be struck by passing traffic. Waiting behind a barrier provides better protection.

People waiting behind a safety barrier after a breakdown
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What should you do when approaching a temporary lane closure?

26. What should you do when approaching a temporary lane closure?

Merge without checking if traffic is moving slowly.
Reverse back the way you came.
Follow construction vehicles through the closed lane.
✓ Follow the temporary signs and merge safely when required.

Observe the temporary signs, adjust your speed, and merge safely according to the traffic situation and local rules.

Temporary traffic-lane closure ahead
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What should you do if your headlights fail while driving at night?

27. What should you do if your headlights fail while driving at night?

Use hazard lights and continue to your destination.
✓ Reduce speed and stop safely using any remaining lights or hazard lights.
Continue slowly if the road is well lit.
Stop immediately in the traffic lane.

Without effective headlights, you may not see hazards and other road users may not see you. Stop in a safe location as soon as possible.

Vehicle with failed headlights at night
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What should you do if your vehicle begins to aquaplane?

28. What should you do if your vehicle begins to aquaplane?

Brake firmly to force the tyres back onto the road.
Change lanes immediately to find a drier surface.
✓ Ease off the accelerator and keep steering gently.
Turn the steering wheel sharply to regain grip.

Aquaplaning happens when the tyres lose contact with the road surface. Ease off the accelerator, avoid sudden movements, and wait for grip to return.

Vehicle losing tyre contact on a water-covered road
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Why should you avoid wearing dark clothing at night?

29. Why should you avoid wearing dark clothing at night?

Headlights make clothing colour unimportant.
Dark clothing reflects more light from vehicles.
✓ Drivers may have difficulty seeing you.
Street lighting makes dark clothing easy to see.

Dark clothing makes pedestrians harder to see in low-light conditions. Bright or reflective clothing improves visibility.

Pedestrian wearing dark clothing at night
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You may drive through an amber light without slowing down.

30. You may drive through an amber light without slowing down.

✓ False.
True.

An amber light means you should stop if you can do so safely. If you are too close to stop safely, continue through the junction with caution.

Vehicle approaching an amber traffic light
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Why should you notice the location of emergency exits in a tunnel?

31. Why should you notice the location of emergency exits in a tunnel?

✓ You may need to reach one quickly during an emergency.
They show where overtaking is prohibited.
They mark areas where vehicles may stop temporarily.
Pedestrians may be crossing near them.

Knowing where emergency exits and refuge areas are located can save valuable time during a fire, collision, or evacuation.

Emergency exit inside a road tunnel
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What does the resume function of cruise control normally do?

32. What does the resume function of cruise control normally do?

✓ Returns the vehicle to the previously set cruising speed.
Sets the vehicle's current speed as a new limit.
Applies the brakes automatically.
Switches cruise control off completely.

The resume function normally returns the vehicle to the previously set cruise-control speed after the system has been temporarily disengaged. The driver should use it only when traffic and road conditions are suitable.

RES button for resuming the stored cruising speed
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How should a motorcyclist react to grooves or ruts in the road?

33. How should a motorcyclist react to grooves or ruts in the road?

Grip the handlebars as tightly as possible.
✓ Reduce speed and keep a relaxed, steady grip.
Make quick steering corrections as the bike moves.
Brake hard while riding through them.

Longitudinal grooves or ruts can affect a motorcycle's steering and may make the wheels follow the uneven surface. Reduce speed where necessary, keep a relaxed but steady grip and avoid sudden braking, acceleration or steering corrections.

Motorcyclist approaching grooves in the road surface
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What should you normally do when the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off?

34. What should you normally do when the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off?

✓ Stop refuelling rather than continuing to top up the tank.
Remove the nozzle and restart the engine immediately.
Keep filling until fuel reaches the filler opening.
Pull the nozzle partly out and continue filling.

When the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off, stop refuelling rather than repeatedly topping up the tank. Continuing can cause fuel to spill or overflow and may interfere with the vehicle's fuel-vapour control system.

Fuel nozzle in a vehicle's filler opening
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What is the safest choice if you have consumed alcohol?

35. What is the safest choice if you have consumed alcohol?

Drink coffee before driving.
Eat something and wait a short while.
Drive only if you do not feel drunk.
✓ Do not drive and arrange a sober form of transport.

Alcohol can impair judgement, coordination, vision, and reaction time. A sober driver, taxi, public transport, or an overnight stay is the safer choice.

Alcohol consumption and the decision not to drive
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

36. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Low engine oil.
✓ Low engine coolant level.
Low tyre pressure.
Engine overheating.

This symbol indicates that the engine coolant level is low. Check the coolant level when the engine is cool and refill it with the correct coolant if necessary.

Low coolant-level warning symbol on the dashboard
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Why should a motorcyclist avoid riding in another vehicle's blind spot?

37. Why should a motorcyclist avoid riding in another vehicle's blind spot?

The motorcycle's indicators may be harder to see.
The motorcycle's brakes may become less effective.
The vehicle ahead must always change lanes.
✓ The driver may not be able to see the motorcycle.

Motorcycles can be difficult to see, particularly when they remain in another vehicle's blind spot. Avoid staying alongside a vehicle where the driver may not see you, and choose a position where you are more likely to be visible.

Motorcycle in another vehicle's blind spot
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What should you expect when leaving a sheltered area during strong winds?

38. What should you expect when leaving a sheltered area during strong winds?

Your steering may become lighter.
The vehicle may automatically slow down.
✓ A sudden gust may affect your vehicle.
The road surface may suddenly become more slippery.

Buildings, trees, and other obstacles can block wind. When you leave shelter, a sudden gust may push your vehicle.

Vehicle leaving a sheltered stretch of road
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

39. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Dipped headlights.
✓ Interior lighting.
Hazard warning lights.
Parking lights.

This control operates the vehicle's interior lighting. Depending on the vehicle, the lights can be switched on manually or set to illuminate automatically when a door is opened.

Control for the vehicle's interior lighting
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Can you assume that you are safe to drive the morning after drinking?

40. Can you assume that you are safe to drive the morning after drinking?

Yes, sleep removes all alcohol from your body.
Yes, if you only need to drive a short distance.
✓ No, alcohol may still remain in your body.
Yes, if you feel completely sober.

The body needs time to process alcohol. Sleeping, eating, showering, or drinking coffee does not instantly remove it.

Fitness to drive the morning after drinking
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How can unnecessary weight affect a vehicle's energy use?

41. How can unnecessary weight affect a vehicle's energy use?

It always reduces fuel consumption.
It improves braking efficiency.
✓ It can increase the energy needed to move the vehicle.
It reduces aerodynamic drag.

Extra weight generally requires more energy when accelerating and climbing. Removing unnecessary heavy items can help reduce fuel or energy consumption while keeping all essential equipment in the vehicle.

Extra luggage adding weight to a vehicle
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Why should you avoid driving too close to the edge of the road?

42. Why should you avoid driving too close to the edge of the road?

It can reduce the effectiveness of your mirrors.
It can make oncoming traffic harder to see.
✓ The edge may be uneven or weak.
It can make your speed harder to judge.

Road edges can be soft, uneven, or damaged. Driving too close to the edge can reduce control or cause the vehicle to leave the road.

Vehicle travelling close to the road edge
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Why is high-visibility clothing useful during a roadside breakdown?

43. Why is high-visibility clothing useful during a roadside breakdown?

It gives you priority when walking beside the road.
It makes hazard warning lights unnecessary.
It protects you from injury if a vehicle hits you.
✓ It makes you easier for approaching drivers and recovery workers to see.

High-visibility clothing improves your visibility, especially at night or in poor weather, but you must still remain away from traffic.

High-visibility clothing worn during a roadside breakdown
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Why should you avoid sudden braking when it is not necessary?

44. Why should you avoid sudden braking when it is not necessary?

It causes the tyres to lose pressure.
It prevents the brake lights from working properly.
✓ Vehicles behind may not have time to react.
It makes the brakes less effective afterwards.

Sudden braking can surprise drivers behind you and increase the risk of a rear-end collision.

Following traffic and the risk of sudden braking
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Why should you increase your following distance on wet roads?

45. Why should you increase your following distance on wet roads?

✓ Because braking distances are longer.
Because vehicles ahead have priority in rain.
Because wet roads make the speedometer less accurate.
Because tyres need more space to warm up.

Water reduces grip between the tyres and the road, so it takes longer to slow down or stop safely.

Following distance between vehicles on a wet road
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Why should you use a lower gear when driving downhill?

46. Why should you use a lower gear when driving downhill?

✓ It helps control speed using engine braking.
It reduces engine braking to save fuel.
It allows the vehicle to coast more freely.
It increases tyre grip on steep roads.

Engine braking helps prevent the vehicle from gaining too much speed and reduces strain on the brakes.

Lower-gear selection for a downhill road
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Where should the top of the head restraint normally be positioned?

47. Where should the top of the head restraint normally be positioned?

✓ Approximately level with the top of the head.
Level with the shoulders.
As low as possible.
Behind the neck only.

The head restraint should normally be adjusted so that its top is approximately level with the top of the head. This helps reduce the risk of neck injury in a collision.

Adjusting the head restraint to head height
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What should you do when a bus signals to pull away from a bus stop?

48. What should you do when a bus signals to pull away from a bus stop?

Sound your horn so the bus waits for you.
✓ Slow down and be prepared to let it move out when safe.
Accelerate and pass before the bus moves out.
Ignore the signal until the bus starts moving.

Buses may pull away after picking up passengers. Slow down, check the traffic situation, and allow space when it is safe.

Bus signalling to pull away from a stop
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

49. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Driving mode selection.
Cruise control.
Parking assistance.
Electronic stability control.

This control selects a driving mode. Depending on the vehicle, different modes can alter characteristics such as accelerator response, steering assistance, transmission behaviour or energy use.

Selector for the vehicle's driving modes
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What should you check before starting a motorcycle journey?

50. What should you check before starting a motorcycle journey?

Only the tyres if the journey is long.
Only the brakes and lights.
Nothing if the motorcycle was recently serviced.
✓ Tyres, brakes, lights, steering, and controls.

Before riding, carry out a basic safety check. Check the tyres, brakes, lights, steering and controls, and inspect the drive chain, belt or other drive components where applicable. Finding a problem before setting off can prevent a breakdown or loss of control.

Checking a motorcycle before a journey
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