North Macedonia Motorcycle Theory A flashcards

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Right-hand rule

At an unmarked intersection of equal roads in North Macedonia, you must yield to traffic approaching from your right.

Built-up area speed limit

The default maximum speed inside a built-up area is 50 km/h unless a sign shows a different limit.

Motorway speed limit

The default maximum speed on a North Macedonian motorway is 130 km/h unless signs indicate otherwise.

Stop sign obligation

At an octagonal STOP sign you must come to a complete stop at the stop line and yield to all traffic on the priority road.

Give-way sign

An inverted triangle requires you to yield to traffic on the priority road; you need not stop if the way is clearly free.

Solid white centre line

A continuous white line may not be crossed or straddled; a broken line may be crossed when it is safe.

Flashing amber light

At a traffic light, flashing amber means proceed with caution and give way to pedestrians already on the crossing.

Police signals override

Directions given by a police officer take precedence over traffic lights, road markings and signs.

Two-second rule

Keep at least two seconds behind the vehicle ahead in dry conditions; double the gap to four seconds in rain or at night.

Stopping distance and speed

Braking distance increases with the square of speed, so doubling speed roughly quadruples the distance needed to stop.

Riding in blind spots

If you cannot see a lorry driver's mirrors, the driver cannot see you; avoid riding alongside heavy vehicles.

First rain hazard

During the first 15-20 minutes of rain, oil and dust float on the water film, making the surface especially slippery.

Helmet requirement

Rider and pillion must wear a fastened, ECE-approved helmet; a damaged or unfastened helmet offers little protection.

Tyre tread minimum

Motorcycle tyres must have at least 1 mm of tread across the central three-quarters of the tread width.

Chain slack check

Chain slack is typically 20-30 mm depending on the model; an over-tight or dry chain can fail or damage the gearbox.

Blood-alcohol limit

The general blood-alcohol limit for riders in North Macedonia is 0.5 g/L; professional and novice riders face stricter limits.

Refusing a breath test

Refusing a breath or blood test is itself a traffic offence and carries penalties similar to riding over the limit.

Fatigue warning signs

Yawning, heavy eyelids, drifting in the lane and missing signs mean you must stop and rest; coffee does not replace sleep.

Emergency number

In North Macedonia, dial 112 for emergency services; police is 192 and ambulance is 194.

Helmet removal at crash

Do not remove an injured rider's helmet unless it is needed to maintain the airway or give CPR; support the head and neck.

CPR compression rate

If a casualty is not breathing normally, start chest compressions at 100-120 per minute and send for an AED.

Compulsory third-party insurance

MTPL insurance covers injury and property damage caused to others; it does not cover the rider's own motorcycle or injuries.

Licence category A1

Category A1 covers motorcycles up to 125 cc and 11 kW; category A2 covers up to 35 kW; category A is unrestricted.

Reporting a crash to insurer

Report a crash to your insurer within the period stated in the policy; late reporting can reduce or void the claim.

Priority road sign

A yellow diamond sign marks a priority road and overrides the right-hand rule at intersections along that road.

Roundabout priority

When entering a roundabout you must yield to vehicles already circulating unless signs indicate otherwise.

Turning left across traffic

When turning left you must yield to oncoming vehicles going straight or turning right before completing the turn.

Entering from private area

When entering a public road from a driveway, petrol station or parking area, you must yield to all traffic already on the road.

Warning sign distance

Warning signs are placed about 50 m before the hazard in built-up areas and 150-250 m before it outside built-up areas.

Zebra crossing priority

Pedestrians on a zebra crossing, or clearly about to step onto it, have priority; you must stop and give way.

Riding in crosswind

In strong crosswind, reduce speed and allow lateral space; bridges and tunnel exits can produce sudden gusts.

Recovery position

An unresponsive but breathing casualty should be placed in the recovery position unless a spinal injury is suspected.