RTT On Motorways 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: When riding on a motorway at night, which light setting should you use in normal conditions?
- Full beam at all times
- Dipped headlights unless overtaking (Correct answer)
- Parking lights only
- No lights required if visibility is good
Correct answer: Dipped headlights unless overtaking
Dipped headlights are used in normal motorway driving at night; full beam is only used when no other traffic is present and visibility demands it.
Question 2: A motorcycle is traveling at 65 mph on the motorway. The rider needs to stop urgently. What is the best braking technique?
- Apply only the rear brake firmly
- Apply only the front brake firmly
- Apply both brakes progressively and firmly (Correct answer)
- Release the throttle and coast to a stop
Correct answer: Apply both brakes progressively and firmly
Progressive application of both brakes together provides maximum stopping power while maintaining stability.
Question 3: What does a solid white line along the center of a motorway lane indicate?
- Overtaking is permitted here
- Lane markings only, no special restriction
- You must not cross it (Correct answer)
- A lane drop is ahead
Correct answer: You must not cross it
A solid white line must not be crossed or straddled except in emergencies or when directed by police.
Question 4: You are riding in heavy motorway traffic and the vehicle ahead brakes suddenly. What is the most important factor in avoiding a collision?
- Your lane position
- Your following distance (Correct answer)
- Your speed relative to the limit
- Your mirrors being adjusted correctly
Correct answer: Your following distance
Maintaining adequate following distance gives you time and space to react to sudden braking ahead.
Question 5: On a motorway, when is it acceptable for a motorcycle to use the hard shoulder to overtake slow traffic?
- When traffic is stationary
- When directed by variable message signs
- Never (Correct answer)
- During peak hours only
Correct answer: Never
Motorcycles must never use the hard shoulder to overtake; it is reserved for emergencies and breakdowns.
Question 6: What should a motorcyclist do when approaching roadworks on a motorway with a reduced speed limit?
- Maintain normal motorway speed until entering the works
- Slow down to the posted temporary limit before entering (Correct answer)
- Use the hard shoulder to bypass the works
- Flash headlights to warn following traffic
Correct answer: Slow down to the posted temporary limit before entering
Temporary speed limits in roadworks are mandatory and must be obeyed as you approach, not just once inside the zone.
Question 7: High-sided vehicles on a motorway can create which specific hazard for motorcyclists?
- Reduced traction on dry roads
- Sudden strong side winds as you pass them (Correct answer)
- Oil spills in the lane
- Reduced visibility due to headlight glare
Correct answer: Sudden strong side winds as you pass them
Passing or being passed by high-sided vehicles can expose riders to sudden gusts that significantly affect motorcycle stability.
RTT On Motorways 2
When riding on a motorway at night, which light setting should you use in normal conditions?