M1 - Motorcycle Rules of the Road Questions and Answers

Question 1

You are riding with an M1 licence and approach a major highway. What is the general rule regarding speed limits you must adhere to?

Accepted Answer

You must not drive on roads with speed limits of more than 80 km/h, with some exceptions.

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You must not drive on any road with a speed limit over 60 km/h.

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You can ride on any highway as long as you stay in the right-most lane.

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There are no speed limit restrictions, but you must not carry passengers.

Question 2

When approaching a red traffic light at an intersection, a motorcyclist is legally permitted to do which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Make a right turn after coming to a complete stop, unless a sign prohibits it.

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Proceed cautiously through the intersection if no cross-traffic is visible.

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Filter to the front of the stopped traffic for a quicker start when the light turns green.

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Stop and then proceed if the light does not change after one full cycle.

Question 3

A rider with a Class M1 licence is planning a trip with a friend. Under what circumstances can they carry a passenger?

Accepted Answer

Under no circumstances.

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If the passenger also has a valid motorcycle licence.

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If the motorcycle is equipped with a designated passenger seat and footrests.

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Only during daylight hours on roads with a speed limit of 80 km/h or less.

Question 4

What is the legal status of 'lane splitting' or 'lane filtering' for motorcyclists in Ontario?

Accepted Answer

It is not legally permitted and can result in fines and penalties.

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It is legal during heavy traffic congestion if done at a speed no more than 15 km/h faster than surrounding traffic.

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It is permitted only at intersections with traffic lights to move to the front of the queue.

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It is a legal grey area but generally tolerated by law enforcement.

Question 5

While riding at night, a motorcyclist must have lighted lamps in which configuration?

Accepted Answer

One white light on the front and one red light on the rear.

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Two white lights on the front and two red lights on the rear for better visibility.

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One white or amber light on the front and one red light on the rear.

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Only a front headlight is mandatory after sunset.

Question 6

You are riding as a group of three motorcyclists on a single-lane road. Which of the following is the safest and most appropriate formation?

Accepted Answer

A staggered formation, using the left and right portions of the lane.

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A side-by-side formation to allow other vehicles to pass the group easily.

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A single-file line, maintaining a two-second following distance between each motorcycle.

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The leader in the center, with the other two riders on the far left and right edges of the lane.