![]() ![]() When was the last time you rode a two-wheeled vehicle twice in a circle?įortunately, the California test greatly favors vehicles such as scooters. though slow speed handling, and high speed handling are two different things. They appear hard-pressed to come up with a test what will compactly fit at the DMV. I haven't taken the California test, but from any indication the test is not one of motorcycle/scooter road ability, but instead a test of motorcycle parking ability. Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to road safety in the USA. As rigorous as it is, I think the UK system is better and safer in the long run. He pointed to a Ducati Monster parked nearby and said it was a shame that I could now legally drive one of those as I would surely kill myself on it. I came back to where he stood, he said I passed but that as I didn't ride a real motorcycle he didn't think I deserved a "real MC license". During that time he was talking to someone and didn't seem to be paying much attention. Then he said go to the parking lot next door and do a right figure 8 and a left figure 8. When I met him he asked me to show him hand signals, beep the horn, turn on the indicators, and use the hand brake. The state trooper who conducted the test saw on my registration that I ride a Vespa and said "Oh, not a real motorcycle." He told me to go into the parking lot and meet him there. I scheduled (online) my road test and went in this morning to RMV. ![]() So that means you can drive a motorcycle legally for two years without ANY training. The permit is good for a period of two years. I didn't study for it, but passed (common sense). All that was involved was answering about 20 multiple choice questions. I got my GTS 300 a few years ago and at that time got my Mass Motorcycle Permit. Very bizarre, and you Brits will be shaking your heads. Let’s look at the most common regulatory signs in Massachusetts.I took my Mass MC road test this morning and wanted to share my experience. These signs may have a combination of words and images or be completely image-based. Regulatory signs tell drivers about regulations or laws they should follow. PURPLE – Refers to an electronic toll collection sign Regulatory Signs ORANGE – Warns drivers of construction zones or road maintenance up aheadįLUORESCENT YELLOW-GREEN – Informs of a school zone, bicycle path, pedestrian crossing, or curve warning.įLUORESCENT PINK – Incident management signs referring to potential road events ahead. Also indicates an evacuation route.īROWN – Indicates a recreational, historic, or scenic site It must be obeyed.īLUE – Indicates a service such as a gas station or hotel. RED – Requires a complete stop or indicates a prohibition.īLACK/WHITE – Indicates a regulatory sign. Just like the shapes, the sign colors can also help you determine what type of sign it is. If the rectangular is vertical, then it’s a regulatory sign, meaning you MUST obey what the sign says. You have to look at the sign to know what it’s telling you.įor example, if you see a horizontal rectangular, you know it’s a guide sign, but you have to see where it is directing you. This operates in a similar fashion - drivers need to slow down to allow all right-of-way pedestrians and vehicles to pass before continuing.Īs for the other shapes, it doesn’t just have one meaning. This operates much like a stop light, requiring you to come to a complete stop to allow pedestrians and vehicles to cross before you can go. Here is what the vehicle signals look like. ![]() Vehicle SignalsĪs the name suggests, vehicle signals regulate the movement of all motor vehicles on the road.Ī quick look at any busy city center and you’ll spot these vehicle signals on every street corner. Now, in Massachusetts, there are 2 types of traffic signals: Whether you’re a driver or not, you probably already know what traffic signals are - the lights that regulate the movement of traffic on the road. So shall we begin? Massachusetts Traffic Signals With this, you’ll be able to pass your permit test on the first try, adhere to the road rules, and be the safest driver you can be. We’re going to explain and give a visual aid for the traffic signals, traffic signs, and pavement markings. Today, we’re going to give you a complete guide to the Massachusetts road signs. Unfortunately, not many drivers are familiar with these road signs. They are there to control traffic, warn of hazards ahead, give directions, and much more. ![]()
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