Road Safety Rules For Riders! Trivia Quiz

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Road Safety Rules For Riders! Trivia Quiz - Quiz

There are a lot of road safety rules that a rider is expected to follow and that being said it is important to before you unfold GW's nifty wee machines, take a few moments to answer these rider questions. All the best when you take it and share it with your friends so they can know how to keep safe.

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1.

At intersections, I should follow the same rules as motor vehicles.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Except you may stop signaling if you need both hands to control the bike. Also, you may perform a ‘Hook turn’

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2.

How many moveable points (adjustable or folding) on the GW bike do you need to check are clamped securely?
- A.
  
  5
- B.
  
  15
- C.
  
  25
Correct Answer
A. 5

Explanation
There are five adjustable or folding points on the bike; the seat post, the frame and three points on the handlebar stem. Check them all at the start of your ride.

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3.

How far out from parked car doors should I ride?
- A.
  
  10 centimetres
- B.
  
  50 centimetres
- C.
  
  At least one metre
Correct Answer
C. At least one metre

Explanation
Allow yourself space to take evasive action in case of a car door opening suddenly.

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4.

Is it legal to ride two abreast?
- A.
  
  Yes
- B.
  
  No
Correct Answer
A. Yes

Explanation
Yes, unless you are passing parked cars or holding up traffic. Riding three abreast on the road is not legal.

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5.

What do I need to watch out for when riding on shared paths?
6.

Can I ride in bus lanes?
- A.
  
  Yes
- B.
  
  No
Correct Answer
A. Yes

Explanation
You may ride in lanes marked as ‘Bus Lanes’, but not in lanes marked as ‘Buses Only’. 'Buses Only' lanes are southbound on Willis Street and Lambton Quay, the Lambton Interchange and Manners Street.

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7.

Can I take the folding bike on a bus?
- A.
  
  Yes
- B.
  
  No
- C.
  
  Maybe?
Correct Answer
A. Yes

Explanation
Yes, but we recommend you avoid doing so during peak commuter times.

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8.

How do I brake safely on steep downhills?
9.

When do I need to turn bike lights on?
10.

Can I use a cell phone while riding?
- A.
  
  Yes
- B.
  
  No
Correct Answer
B. No

Explanation
No. In this regard, you are subject to the same rules as drivers.

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Road Safety Rules For Riders! Trivia Quiz

At intersections, I should follow the same rules as motor vehicles.

How many moveable points (adjustable or folding) on the GW bike do you need to check are clamped securely?

How far out from parked car doors should I ride?

Is it legal to ride two abreast?

What do I need to watch out for when riding on shared paths?

Can I ride in bus lanes?

Can I take the folding bike on a bus?

How do I brake safely on steep downhills?

When do I need to turn bike lights on?

Can I use a cell phone while riding?