Bahrain Motorcycle Theory flashcards
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- Red octagon meaning
- A red octagonal sign requires a complete stop at the stop line or before the junction, regardless of whether traffic appears clear.
- Solid white centre line
- A solid white line prohibits crossing or straddling; a broken line allows crossing only when it is safe and legal to do so.
- Yellow box junction rule
- A rider must not enter a yellow box unless the exit is clear; stopping inside the box is an offence.
- Red triangle sign
- A triangular sign with a red border warns of a hazard ahead, such as a bend, junction, pedestrian crossing or uneven surface.
- Blue circular sign
- A blue circular sign gives a mandatory instruction, such as a required direction of travel or a route reserved for a vehicle class.
- Flashing amber at crossings
- Flashing amber at a pelican crossing means give way to pedestrians still on the crossing; steady red means stop behind the line.
- Give-way at junctions
- At an uncontrolled junction, a rider must give way to traffic approaching from the right unless signs or markings indicate otherwise.
- Roundabout priority
- Vehicles already circulating on a roundabout have priority over vehicles entering; entering riders must yield to circulating traffic.
- Two-second following rule
- The minimum dry-weather following gap is two seconds; it doubles in rain and triples on wet or oily surfaces.
- Default urban speed limit
- The default urban speed limit is 40 km/h and the default rural limit is 80 km/h unless signs state otherwise.
- Overtaking restrictions
- Overtaking is prohibited across a solid line on the rider's side, at pedestrian crossings, and at junctions except for two-wheelers.
- Emergency vehicle priority
- Vehicles with active sirens and lights have priority; other road users must make room without breaking the law.
- Countersteering principle
- Above walking pace, pushing the left handlebar leans the motorcycle left and pushing the right bar leans it right.
- Target fixation
- Fixating on a hazard increases collision risk; the rider should look toward the intended escape path rather than the obstacle.
- Front-wheel skid recovery
- A front-wheel skid is corrected by releasing brake pressure smoothly and keeping the handlebars straight until grip returns.
- Rider conspicuity at junctions
- Riding in a position visible in a driver's mirror and using a headlight by day improves detection at junctions.
- Wet surface grip loss
- Grip on painted markings, manhole covers and diesel spills is roughly halved when wet; cross them upright and without braking.
- Fatigue effect on riding
- Reaction time degrades measurably after about two hours of continuous riding; a short break restores alertness.
- Helmet fastening requirement
- A helmet must be securely fastened and of an approved type; an unfastened helmet offers no protection in a fall.
- Helmet replacement after impact
- A helmet should be replaced after any impact that crushes the shell or liner, even when damage is not visible.
- Protective clothing standard
- Protective clothing should include an abrasion-resistant jacket and trousers, gloves, and boots covering the ankle.
- Eye protection requirement
- Eye protection or a visor is required because wind and debris reduce vision and cause tearing at speed.
- Pre-ride safety check
- The pre-ride check covers tyre pressure and tread, brakes, lights, horn, chain tension and lubrication, mirrors and fluid levels.
- Tyre tread minimum
- The legal minimum tread depth for motorcycle tyres is 1 mm across the central three-quarters of the tread.
- Chain slack specification
- Chain slack should be set to the manufacturer's specification, typically 20-30 mm; an over-tight chain damages bearings and can snap.
- Brake fluid replacement interval
- Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time and should be replaced on the manufacturer's schedule, typically every two years.
- Sticky throttle defect
- A throttle that does not return freely to the closed position is a critical defect and the motorcycle must not be ridden.
- Licence and insurance requirement
- A valid motorcycle licence, registration and third-party insurance are required before riding on public roads.
- Zero alcohol limit
- The legal blood alcohol limit in Bahrain is zero; any detectable alcohol while riding is an offence.
- Skid recovery technique
- In a skid, the rider should not grab the brakes; keep the bars steady and reduce throttle or brake pressure smoothly.
- Stuck throttle response
- If the throttle sticks, pull the clutch, hit the kill switch, and brake to a stop using both brakes.
- After-collision procedure
- After a collision, stop, switch off the engine, give first aid within training, and call emergency services on 999.
- Group riding formation
- Group riding should use a staggered formation with adequate spacing; the group must not block traffic or ride side-by-side illegally.
- Pillion passenger briefing
- Pillion passengers must be briefed to lean with the rider and keep feet on the pegs; an uncooperative passenger destabilises the bike.
- Most common rider collision
- The most common serious motorcycle collision is a car turning across the rider's path at a junction.