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K53 rules of the road questions and answers (part 38)

15 practice questions for the South African K53 learner's licence test. Try each one first, then open the answer to see why it is correct.

556 How must a motorcycle rider sit?

  1. Astride the saddle
  2. Sideways on the saddle
  3. Standing on the foot rests
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Answer A: Astride the saddle

A rider must be seated astride on the saddle.

Memory tip: Ride astride.

Motorcycle (code 1)

557 What is the minimum number of hands a rider must keep on the handlebars?

  1. One
  2. Two
  3. None, if the bike is balanced
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Answer A: One

A rider must have at least one hand on the handlebars at all times.

Memory tip: At least one hand, always.

Motorcycle (code 1)

558 How many persons may ride on a motorcycle, excluding a person in a side car?

  1. Not more than four
  2. Not more than two
  3. Not more than three
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Answer B: Not more than two

Not more than two persons may ride upon the motorcycle, excluding someone in a side car.

Memory tip: Two on the bike.

Motorcycle (code 1)

559 A passenger rides on your motorcycle. Which requirement applies to the passenger?

  1. Be seated astride on a securely fastened seat with feet on securely fastened foot rests
  2. Stand on the foot rests
  3. Sit sideways with both feet on one side
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Answer A: Be seated astride on a securely fastened seat with feet on securely fastened foot rests

The passenger must be briefed by the rider and be seated on a securely fastened seat, with feet on securely fastened foot rests, astride the motorcycle.

Memory tip: Astride, seated, feet on footrests.

Motorcycle (code 1)

560 What must a rider do before carrying a passenger?

  1. Brief the passenger
  2. Ask the passenger to hold onto another vehicle
  3. Take the passenger on a short trial ride
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Answer A: Brief the passenger

The rider must brief the passenger before they ride.

Memory tip: Brief before you ride.

Motorcycle (code 1)

561 What is the maximum number of adults the rider may carry in a side car?

  1. One
  2. Two
  3. Three
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Answer B: Two

A rider may not carry more than two adult persons in a side car.

Memory tip: Two adults in the sidecar.

Motorcycle (code 1)

562 May a rider carry a bulky object in front of him or her?

  1. Yes, if the object is tied to the handlebars
  2. Yes, if it is lighter than 10 kg
  3. No, only a non-bulky object that is secured or in a carrier and does not hinder control or view
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Answer C: No, only a non-bulky object that is secured or in a carrier and does not hinder control or view

Persons or animals may not be carried in front, and only non-bulky objects, properly secured, that don't obstruct view or control.

Memory tip: In front: small, secured, view clear.

Motorcycle (code 1)

563 May a rider carry a passenger or animal in front of him or her on a motorcycle?

  1. Yes, if it is a child
  2. No
  3. Yes, on a quiet street
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Answer B: No

A rider may not carry any person or animal in front of him or her.

Memory tip: Nobody sits in front of the rider.

Motorcycle (code 1)

564 Is it permitted to ride a motorcycle on its rear wheel only (front wheel lifted)?

  1. Yes, for up to 20 metres
  2. Yes, on a quiet road
  3. No, all wheels must be in contact with the road at all times
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Answer C: No, all wheels must be in contact with the road at all times

All wheels of the motorcycle must be in contact with the road surface at all times.

Memory tip: Wheelies are illegal.

Motorcycle (code 1)

565 How must motorcycle riders travel in a lane?

  1. In single file in the same lane
  2. Two abreast in the same lane
  3. Three abreast in the right lane
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Answer A: In single file in the same lane

All riders must ride in single file in the same lane, except when overtaking another motorcycle.

Memory tip: Single file, always.

Motorcycle (code 1)

566 Two motorcycle riders want to overtake a car at the same time. Is this allowed?

  1. Yes, if the road is straight
  2. Yes, if they are friends
  3. No, two or more motorcycles may not overtake another vehicle at the same time
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Answer C: No, two or more motorcycles may not overtake another vehicle at the same time

Two or more persons riding motorcycles shall not overtake another vehicle at the same time.

Memory tip: One bike passes at a time.

Motorcycle (code 1)

567 On a road divided into traffic lanes, how is each lane regarded for the single-file rule?

  1. As an emergency lane
  2. As part of one single road
  3. As a separate public road
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Answer C: As a separate public road

Where a road is divided into traffic lanes, each lane is regarded as a public road.

Memory tip: Each lane counts as its own road.

Motorcycle (code 1)

568 Where must a motorcycle rider's feet rest when riding?

  1. On the ground to balance
  2. On the front foot rests
  3. On the rear foot rests
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Answer B: On the front foot rests

A rider's feet must rest on the front foot rests.

Memory tip: Front foot rests only.

Motorcycle (code 1)

569 On which side of a motorcycle must a side car be attached?

  1. The right side
  2. Either side
  3. The left side
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Answer C: The left side

A side car may be used on a public road only if attached to the left side of the motorcycle.

Memory tip: Sidecar on the left.

Motorcycle (code 1)

570 A rider fits a side car on the right side of their motorcycle. What does the manual say?

  1. It is allowed in daylight
  2. It is allowed if the rider is experienced
  3. It may not be used on a public road
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Answer C: It may not be used on a public road

A motorcycle with a side car may not be used unless the side car is attached to the left side.

Memory tip: Right-side sidecar is illegal.

Motorcycle (code 1)

These are original practice questions, not official test questions. Always confirm requirements with your driving licence testing centre.