RTT - Riding Theory Riding on Motorways Questions and Answers — Questions and Answers
Question 1: You are riding on a three-lane expressway. According to Singapore's Traffic Police regulations, which lane are motorcycles prohibited from using?
- The leftmost lane (Lane 3)
- The rightmost lane (Lane 1 / overtaking lane) (Correct answer)
- The centre lane (Lane 2)
- Any lane, as long as the speed limit is maintained
Correct answer: The rightmost lane (Lane 1 / overtaking lane)
In Singapore, it is a traffic offence for motorcycles to be driven on the rightmost lane (Lane 1), also known as the fast or overtaking lane, of an expressway. This rule is in place for safety reasons.
Question 2: A rider with a Provisional Driving Licence (PDL) for Class 2B wishes to ride on an expressway. Under which specific condition is this permitted?
- It is never permitted for a PDL holder.
- Only when accompanied by a licensed instructor on another motorcycle.
- During an official 'Expressway Familiarisation Ride' training programme. (Correct answer)
- At any time, provided they display a P-plate.
Correct answer: During an official 'Expressway Familiarisation Ride' training programme.
Generally, holders of a provisional driving licence are not allowed on expressways. The only exception is for Class 2B PDL holders who are part of an official training programme known as the 'Expressway Familiarisation Ride'.
Question 3: You experience an engine failure and must stop on the road shoulder of an expressway. After switching on your hazard lights, what is a critical safety action you should take while waiting for assistance?
- Attempt to flag down passing vehicles for help.
- Sit on the road shoulder next to your motorcycle.
- Stay behind the safety barrier or on the verge if possible. (Correct answer)
- Stand in front of your motorcycle to be more visible.
Correct answer: Stay behind the safety barrier or on the verge if possible.
If you have a breakdown on an expressway, your personal safety is paramount. After moving to the shoulder and activating hazard lights, you should get off the motorcycle and wait behind the safety barrier or well onto the verge, away from moving traffic, to minimize risk.
Question 4: What is the recommended minimum following distance a motorcyclist should maintain from the vehicle in front while riding on an expressway under good weather conditions?
- The 'Two-Second Rule'. (Correct answer)
- A fixed distance of 10 metres.
- One motorcycle length for every 20 km/h.
- Enough space to see the rear tyres of the vehicle ahead.
Correct answer: The 'Two-Second Rule'.
The Highway Code recommends all motorists, including motorcyclists, to use the 'Two-Second Rule' to maintain a safe following distance. This allows enough time and space to react and stop safely if the vehicle ahead brakes suddenly.
Question 5: When preparing to exit an expressway, what is the correct sequence of actions a motorcyclist should take?
- Brake sharply on the main carriageway then signal and enter the slip road.
- Signal your intention, move into the leftmost lane well in advance, and then decelerate on the exit slip road. (Correct answer)
- Maintain speed, enter the slip road, and then signal your intention to exit.
- Move to the leftmost lane just before the exit and then brake hard to make the turn.
Correct answer: Signal your intention, move into the leftmost lane well in advance, and then decelerate on the exit slip road.
The correct and safe procedure for exiting an expressway is to plan ahead. Signal early, safely manoeuvre to the leftmost lane in good time, and only start to slow down once you have entered the deceleration lane or exit slip road to avoid disrupting the flow of high-speed traffic on the main carriageway.
Question 6: Which of the following motorcycles is NOT permitted to be used on any expressway in Singapore?
- A Class 2A motorcycle with a 300cc engine.
- A motorcycle with a designed maximum speed of less than 50 km/h. (Correct answer)
- A Class 2B motorcycle with a 150cc engine.
- A motorcycle that is more than 10 years old.
Correct answer: A motorcycle with a designed maximum speed of less than 50 km/h.
According to the Road Traffic Act, vehicles with a designed maximum speed of less than 50 kilometres per hour are classified as excluded vehicles and are not allowed on expressways. Engine capacity (for Class 2B, 2A, 2) and age are not the determining factors for expressway access, provided the vehicle can meet the minimum speed requirements.
RTT - Riding Theory Riding on Motorways Questions and Answers
You are riding on a three-lane expressway.
According to Singapore's Traffic Police regulations, which lane are motorcycles prohibited from using?