Belarus GAI Theory A/AM study guide
Belarus GAI Theory A/AM · Work through your exam, one topic at a time.
The Belarus GAI theory examination for categories A and AM is the written, computer-based knowledge test that a rider must pass before being allowed to take the practical motorcycle test and, ultimately, obtain a Belarusian driving licence for motorcycles (A) or mopeds and light motorcycles (AM). It is administered by the State Automobile Inspectorate (Дзяржаўтаінспекцыя) at its examination units, and it tests knowledge of the Правілы дарожнага руху - the Belarusian traffic rules - rather than riding skill, which is assessed separately. The Belarus GAI Theory A/AM study guide has 10 sections and about 3,386 words.
01General Provisions, Driver Duties and Documents
Belarusian traffic law is built on a hierarchy of instructions: traffic controller signals override traffic signals, which override road signs, which override road markings. Temporary signs on a yellow background and temporary markings take precedence over permanent ones.
390 words, about 2 min02Road Signs
Belarusian signs follow the international system and are grouped by shape and colour: warning (red-bordered triangles), priority (yellow diamonds and inverted triangles), prohibitory (red circles), mandatory (blue circles), information (blue or green rectangles), service (blue rectangles with symbols), and supplementary plates (small white rectangles). The shape tells you the category before you read the symbol.
365 words, about 2 min03Road Markings
Road markings are either horizontal (painted on the surface) or vertical (on barriers and posts). Horizontal markings include longitudinal lines separating lanes and lateral lines marking crossings and stop positions.
356 words, about 2 min04Traffic Signals, Controller Signals and Priority of Signals
A round green light means go if the way is clear; a green arrow means go in the indicated direction. A flashing green light warns that the phase is ending.
322 words, about 2 min05Starting, Manoeuvring, Positioning and Overtaking
Before starting, the driver must signal, check mirrors and blind spots, and yield to traffic already moving. Vehicles must keep to the right-hand lane unless overtaking, turning left, or when the right lane is obstructed.
327 words, about 2 min06Speed, Following Distance, Stopping and Parking
In settlements the general limit is 60 km/h; outside settlements it is 90 km/h; on motorways it is 110 km/h (130 km/h where signed). Towing a trailer lowers the limit to 70 km/h outside settlements.
340 words, about 2 min07Intersections and Right-of-Way
Intersections are either regulated (by controller or lights) or unregulated. At a regulated intersection the signal decides; at an unregulated one the priority signs decide, and if there are none, the 'right-hand rule' applies - yield to traffic approaching from the right.
301 words, about 2 min08Railway Crossings, Pedestrian Crossings and Special Conditions
A driver must slow down and be ready to stop before every railway crossing. Stopping is prohibited within 50 m of a crossing.
350 words, about 2 min09Motorcycles (Category A/AM): Equipment, Safety and Specifics
A category A licence covers motorcycles with an engine over 125 cc and over 11 kW; category A1 covers up to 125 cc and 11 kW; category AM covers mopeds up to 50 cc and 45 km/h. A rider must wear a fastened helmet; carrying a passenger without a proper seat and footrests is prohibited.
313 words, about 2 min10Safety, First Aid and Liability for Traffic Offences
Safety rests on observation, anticipation and space. Keep a two-second gap, scan far ahead, and assume other road users will make mistakes.
322 words, about 2 min