16 rules for how a passenger should behave on a bike

At what speed are motorcycles allowed to travel outside populated areas?

From April 4, 2021, clause 10.3 of the Traffic Rules has been changed.
The maximum permissible speed for motorcycles on motorways has been increased from 90 km/h to 110 km/h.

Note! The speed limit for motorcyclists on regular country roads remains the same - 90 km/h. The changes affected only highways.

Innovations in traffic rules were established by Decree of the Government of the Russian Federation dated March 24, 2017 No. 333.

Movement outside populated areas is permitted:

• for cars and trucks with a permissible maximum weight of no more than 3.5 tons on highways - at a speed of no more than 110 km/h, on other roads - no more than 90 km/h;
• intercity and small buses and motorcycles on all roads - no more than 90 km/h;

Movement outside populated areas is permitted:

• motorcycles, cars and trucks with a permissible maximum weight of no more than 3.5 tons on highways - at a speed of no more than 110 km/h, on other roads - no more than 90 km/h;
• intercity and small buses on all roads - no more than 90 km/h;

Previously, according to the Rules, cars could travel faster than motorcycles on highways. However, modern motorcycles are often not only not inferior to passenger cars, but also significantly superior in their speed characteristics. Therefore, it is quite logical that the maximum permitted speed for motor vehicles is set at the same level as for passenger cars.

Conclusion: from 04/04/2017 the maximum speed of a motorcycle is allowed

on highways - no more than 110 km/h,

on other country roads - no more than 90 km/h;

in populated areas - no more than 60 km/h;

in residential areas and courtyard areas - no more than 20 km/h.

Changes in traffic tickets from April 4, 2021 (4 ABM questions | 1 CD question)

Changes in tickets from 04/04/2017 due to changes in traffic rules from 03/24/2017

Ticket 1 - Question 17 - ABM Categories

Is it allowed to transport people in a caravan trailer?

1. Allowed.
2. Allowed if seating for passengers is available.
3. Forbidden.

To transport people on a motorcycle, the driver must have a driver's license to drive the following vehicles:

1. Category "A" or subcategory "A1".
2. Only category “A” or subcategory “A1” for 2 or more years.
3. Any category or subcategory for 2 or more years.

Ticket 7 - Question 10 - ABM Categories

At what speed are motorcycles allowed to travel outside of populated areas on all roads?

1. No more than 70 km/h.
2. No more than 90 km/h.
3. No more than 110 km/h.

At what speed are motorcycles allowed to travel outside built-up areas on motorways?

1. No more than 90 km/h.
2. No more than 110 km/h.
3. No more than 130 km/h.

Ticket 14 - Question 17 - ABM Categories

Is it legal to tow a motorcycle with a side trailer?

1. Allowed.
2. Allowed only on a rigid coupling.
3. Prohibited.

Towing a two-wheeled motorcycle is permitted:

1. If the driver of the relevant vehicle has been licensed to drive for 2 years or more.
2. Only if the motorcycle is with a side-mounted trailer and the driver of the relevant vehicle has been licensed to drive for 2 years or more.
3. If the motorcycle has a side trailer.

Ticket 24 - Question 18 - ABM Categories

In what cases is it permissible to operate a passenger car?

1. The speedometer does not work.
2. The coolant temperature gauge does not work.
3. The anti-theft device provided by the design does not work.

In what cases is it permissible to operate a passenger car?

1. The speedometer does not work.
2. The coolant temperature gauge does not work.
3. The anti-theft device provided by the design does not work.
4. There are no identification marks that should be installed on it.

Ticket 24 - Question 18 - CD Categories

In what cases is it permissible to operate a truck?

1. The speedometer does not work.
2. The coolant temperature gauge does not work.
3. The cargo platform side locks do not work.

In what cases is it permissible to operate a truck?

1. The speedometer does not work.
2. The coolant temperature gauge does not work.
3. The cargo platform side locks do not work.
4. There are no identification marks that should be installed on it.

What are the fines for riding a motorcycle?

The order of fines and the category of punishment are determined by the type of offense. Depending on this, in addition to a monetary penalty, the motorcycle owner may be limited in his driving privileges for a certain period, and the vehicle may be confiscated and sent to a penalty area.

In some cases, a resolution can be drawn up remotely (for example, when speeding is exceeded and this fact is recorded by CCTV cameras). In this case, notification of the fine will be sent by mail. You can also check traffic police fines using your driver’s license on the official portal.

New traffic rules 2021 - for motorcyclists

Good news for motorcyclists:

From April 4, 2021, the speed limit on highways has been increased to 110 km/h. Previously, the permitted speed limit was 90 km/h.

Here is the change in the traffic rules:

Rule 10.3 of the road:

It was before April 4th:

for cars and trucks with a permissible maximum weight of no more than 3.5 tons on highways - at a speed of no more than 110 km/h, on other roads - no more than 90 km/h;

intercity and small buses and motorcycles on all roads - no more than 90 km/h;

Maximum speed outside the city

On motorways

The maximum permitted speed on the roads of the Russian Federation is currently 130 km/h . You can drive at this speed if two conditions are met simultaneously

• Sign 5.1 “Motorway” has been installed.
• Sign 3.24 “Maximum speed limit” is installed with a value of 130.

Note. This combination of road signs can be found on the roads extremely rarely. If you have come across similar highways, write about them in the comments to the article.

On ordinary roads

On regular country roads, the maximum permitted speed is:

However, this does not mean that a passenger car outside the city can always drive at a speed of 90 km/h. There are numerous conditions under which the speed must be reduced and these will be discussed below.

At what age can you ride a motorcycle?

On equipment with a capacity of 125 cubic meters or more. see It is permissible to drive only from 18 years of age. If the unit has less power, then the law allows you to drive it from the age of 16. In any case, the legality of movement must be confirmed by the rights of the appropriate category.

You can also ride scooters and mopeds from the age of 16. Pit bikes deserve special attention, as they allow movement without any documents, but only on specially designated sports tracks. Such transport, subject to power up to 50 cubic meters. cm are considered sports equipment. It is prohibited to ride pit bikes on public roads, even with a category “A” license.

Limiting the maximum speed using a sign 3.24

Prohibitory sign 3.24 “Maximum speed limit” is one of the most popular signs on country roads:

3.24 "Maximum speed limit." It is prohibited to drive at a speed (km/h) exceeding that indicated on the sign.

The meaning of this sign depends on the number inscribed in the red circle.

For example, if the sign shows the number 70, then you can drive no faster than 70 km/h.

In most cases, the sign is used specifically to reduce the permitted speed .

However, sign 3.24 can also be used to increase the permitted speed. Clause 10.3 of the traffic rules:

Note. By decision of the owners or possessors of highways, an increase in the speed on sections of roads for certain types of vehicles may be allowed if road conditions provide for safe movement at a higher speed.

For example, let there be a sign on a country road with a limit of 90 km/h:

For passenger cars, this sign does not change anything. However, it applies to all types of vehicles. Therefore, for category C trucks, whose speed is normally limited to 70 km/h, this sign raises the maximum permitted speed to 90 km/h.

Stepped speed limit

Let's look at the features of installing 3.24 signs, which are unknown to most drivers. The point is that if a section of the road has a low speed limit, then the signs should be installed in steps of 20 km/h. This is regulated by the requirements of GOST R 52289-2004 (clause 5.4.22):

If a maximum speed is set on a given section that differs from the maximum permitted speed on the previous section by 20 km/h or more, a stepped speed limit is applied in increments of no more than 20 km/h by sequentially installing signs 3.24 at a distance of 100-150 m from each other. friend.

A stepped speed limit may not be applied in front of a populated area indicated by sign 5.23.1 or 5.23.2 if the visibility distance of the sign is more than 150 m.

Thus, when organizing repairs on country roads, a combination of signs “70 - 50 - 40” can be used and a separate sign “40” cannot be used. Otherwise, installing the sign is a violation of GOST requirements.

Recommended driving speed

On country roads you can also find information sign 6.2 “Recommended speed”:

6.2 "Recommended speed". The speed at which it is recommended to drive on this section of the road. The sign's coverage area extends to the nearest intersection, and when sign 6.2 is used together with a warning sign, it is determined by the length of the dangerous area.

This sign does not oblige drivers to anything, so you can decide for yourself whether to follow its recommendations or not.

Minimum speed limit

The traffic rules provide a sign that limits the minimum speed:

4.6 "Minimum speed limit." Driving is only permitted at the specified speed or higher (km/h).

Moreover, the end of the coverage area of ​​this sign, unlike sign 3.24, can be indicated only in one way - sign 4.7:

Note. If there is a “Minimum speed limit” sign, it is impossible to stop the car without violating traffic rules, i.e. it turns out that stopping and parking in the area covered by this sign is prohibited.

How to get a motorcycle driver's license, at what age?

The conditions for obtaining a driver's license are established by Art. 26 of the Federal Law “On Road Safety”, as well as the Traffic Rules. By the way, they need to be studied first of all when studying the issue of how to obtain a driver’s license, along with the Government Decree “On permission to drive vehicles.”

According to the current legislation of the Russian Federation and the decoding of the driver's license category, in order to obtain the right to drive a motorcycle, you must obtain a category A license. At the same time, motorcycles with a small engine capacity (up to 125 cc) and low maximum power (up to 11 kW) can be driven with a subcategory A1.

In turn, a driver’s license for a motorcycle of subcategory A1 can be issued from the age of 16, and category A - only from the age of 18.

The rules of the road regarding learning driving are categorical: a person learning to drive a car or motorcycle must be at least 16 years old.

Entries to and exits from populated areas

Do not forget that the maximum speed of movement, in addition to sign 3.24, can also be limited by entrances to populated areas, which are indicated by the corresponding signs on a white background:

When entering even the smallest village marked with such a sign, you must reduce your speed to 60 km/h .

You can accelerate again to 90 km/h only after the car passes the sign indicating the end of the settlement:

Note. Signs indicating the beginning of a settlement are usually installed on the right side of the road, so it is quite difficult not to notice them. As for signs indicating the end of a populated area, they can be installed both to the right and to the left of the roadway. Therefore, it is not always possible to notice them.

Obtaining a motorcycle driver's license category

When you have successfully passed both exams, all that remains is to get your driver’s license with category “A”. If category “A” is open on your driver’s license, then it gives you the right to drive any motorcycles, including light motorcycles belonging to category “A1” and mopeds included in category “M”. Category “A” can be obtained by persons who have reached the age of 18; at the age of 16, a driver’s license of categories “A1” and “M” is available.

Do not forget that in accordance with the current legislation, a motorcycle driver’s license, no matter how old you were received, is valid for 10 years and after this period is subject to replacement or exchange.

Are there any speed limits for motorcycles on the motorway and what do the traffic rules say?

A special section in the traffic rules describes behavior on roads marked with the sign “5.1”. These are roads with a special speed limit. They have their own characteristics both in structure and in operation. The Russian Federation owns eleven such highways.

A highway is a road that has a special purpose and type. In the traffic rules, it is indicated in article 1, paragraph 2, it is indicated on the sign “5.1”, and also has divisions into roadways for each direction (they are separated by stripes or reinforced fencing). It is important that the highway does not have intersections with rail tracks, roads or bicycle paths, which increases its safety and reduces the incidence of accidents.

The expressway is very popular not only among car owners, but also among motorcyclists. They are especially attracted to violations of the speed limit. In practice, most people do not pay attention to the signs, believing that a fine will bypass them.

Permitted maximum speed

Speeding is one of the most common violations. Motorists (no more than 3.5 tons, if it is a truck) can accelerate their vehicles to 110 km/h on the highway. The same applies to motorcyclists (if we talk about the owners of scooters and mopeds, they are prohibited from entering the expressway, with the exception of the roadside).

Article 10 of the Traffic Regulations establishes by law the maximum speed for various types of vehicles when driving on a highway. Namely: motorcycles, cars, trucks weighing no more than 3.5 tons can accelerate to 110 km/h when driving on a highway.

At what age can you ride a motorcycle in Russia in 2020?

Previously, Russian legislation allowed young people over 16 years of age to drive small motorcycles without a license. In 2013, amendments appeared to the legal act that limited the opportunities for teenagers.

And fans of motorcycles that reach speeds of more than 50 km/h need to become of age in order to be able to control their “iron horse,” since it is recognized as a high-risk vehicle.

Conditions for obtaining a driver's license

To become a driver's license holder, you need to do the following:

Exam for license category A1
To obtain admission to the exams, you need to prepare a number of documents:

• passport;
• medical certificate (form 003-В/у);
• driving education diploma;
• written consent of parents or guardians (if the future owner of the VA is under 18 years of age).

After successfully passing the test, the car owner gets the opportunity to drive a vehicle to which he has access. A driver's license is valid for 10 years.

At what age can you ride as a passenger?

The law states that a motorcycle capable of reaching a speed of 50 km/h or more can carry passengers over 12 years of age. Young children have a high risk of falling from a vehicle and being injured.

In addition, when riding a motor vehicle with a child, you must follow the following rules:

• the passenger must wear a safety helmet;
• the driver does not have the right to develop a vehicle speed of more than 40-50 km/h;
• a child can be seated behind the driver only if the motorcycle is equipped with devices that can be held on while driving; otherwise, transporting a child on a motor vehicle may result in a fine.

What fine and/or other punishment is provided for excess?

For exceeding the speed limit, the traffic police (under Article 12.9 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of Law No. 195 of December 30, 2001) determined fines and punishments. They directly depend on how much the set speed limit was exceeded:

• 
  Exceeding the speed from 20 km/h up to 40 km/h including – a penalty of 500 rubles.

• Exceeding the speed limit by 40-60 km/h is fined 1 thousand-1.5 thousand rubles. In case of a repeated offense, the driver will be required to pay between 2 thousand and 2.5 thousand rubles.
• Exceeding the speed from 60 to 80 km/h - a fine of 2 thousand - 2.5 thousand rubles. There may also be a penalty in the form of deprivation of a driver's license for a period of four to six months. If this violation is repeated, the driver is guaranteed to be deprived of his license for a period of 1 year or a fine of 5,000 rubles, when there is evidence in the form of photo or video materials.
• If you exceed the permitted speed of 80 km/h, you will be fined 5 thousand rubles. or deprived of the certificate for half a year. In case of repeated violation, a fine of 5 thousand rubles is issued. in case of photo/video recording or deprivation of rights for one year.

The severity of the punishment depends on how much the limit is exceeded; the higher the speed, the greater the amount and period of deprivation of rights.

In the traffic rules, a motorcycle is considered as a two-wheeled vehicle with a mechanical drive, with or without a side trailer. Motorcycles also include three-wheeled and four-wheeled vehicles (for example, an ATV), which have complete equipment and weigh no more than 400 kg. For motorcyclists, the rules of the road are general and included in the main set of rules. According to Art. 10 clause 3 of the traffic rules - outside the populated area the speed limit is allowed :

1. passenger vehicles, trucks (no more than 3.5 tons) on the highway - do not exceed the speed of 110 km/h;
2. small bus/intercity bus, motorcycle – must not exceed a speed of more than 90 km/h;
3. passenger cars with a tow, trucks (over 3.5 tons), large buses on the highway - do not exceed 90 km/h;
4. On the highway marked “5.1”, passenger cars and motorcycles are allowed a speed limit of no more than 110 km/h.

Although high speeds are allowed for motorcycles, you should not neglect your own and others’ safety and drive headlong.

Proper transportation by transport without a stroller

Riding a passenger on the back seat of a motorcycle is permitted for children at least 12 years of age.
If this rule is violated, traffic police officers may impose a fine on the driver. Age category up to 12 years can be transported in vehicles only in the front part using fastening belts, which ensure maximum safety.

After turning 12 years old, a child must ride a motorcycle wearing a protective helmet and jacket with the appropriate dimensions. Clothes that are too large or small can cause unnecessary discomfort and hinder your movement.

If the trip is planned in the back seat, then the driver must provide the necessary conditions and equip the seat as much as possible with all protective and securing devices.

During boarding and subsequent movement, the passenger must secure his arms and legs on special handles and supports. It also requires additional fastening of a protective helmet on the head, which is correctly sized and does not cause unnecessary inconvenience.

Important! When transporting a passenger in a motorcycle with a stroller, the child must be in the arms of an adult. It is best to fasten your seat belts and secure your position well.