Learner Driver Manual Quiz

Allows riding motorcycles on public roads (but not motor quad bikes).

Must be 16 years old to get a Code 1 learner's license.

Under 18: Motorcycle cylinder capacity must not exceed 125 cubic centimeters.

A Code 1 learner's license does not allow carrying passengers.

Allows driving light vehicles (not motorcycles) up to 3500 kg gross vehicle mass.

Must be under direct supervision of a licensed driver of the same vehicle type.

Must be 17 years old to get a Code 2 learner's license.

Code 2 learner's license is valid for 24 months from passing test.

Number plates must be firmly attached, upright or within 30 degrees, clearly legible, and fully visible.

Number plates on motor vehicles should be placed on the front and back.

Motorcycles, motor tricycles and trailers need number plates at the back only.

Fog lamps are only allowed when visibility is very low due to snow, fog, mist, dust, or smoke.

Spot lamps that can be adjusted to point in any direction are generally prohibited during general use.

Adjustable spot lamps are allowed for emergency vehicles, medical professionals, and utility/breakdown purposes, for emergencies and repairs only.

All letters and numbers on the number plate must be clearly visible.

The entire number plate must be clearly visible.

The ends of motorcycle handlebars must be positioned at a specific height relative to the seat: either more than 500mm above or lower than the seat.

All parts of a vehicle's steering system must be maintained for safe and efficient steering on public roads.

A motor vehicle's turning radius cannot exceed 13.1 meters to be legally used on public roads.

A motorcycle must have two independent braking systems on a public road, one acting on the front wheel and the other on the rear wheel(s).

Light and heavy motor vehicles on public roads must have a service brake, a parking brake, and an emergency brake (which can be the same as the parking brake) in good working order.

A light motor vehicle must be equipped with a hooter in good working order, capable of producing a sound audible from 90 meters.

Drivers/riders must give immediate right of way to emergency vehicles with sirens and warning lights.

Sirens or warning devices playing a tune are not allowed in private vehicles.

A light motor vehicle must have tires with a visible tread pattern across the entire circumference and at least 1 millimeter deep.

Motorcycles with engines larger than 50cc must have tires with a visible tread pattern throughout, across the breadth, and around the entire circumference, and a tread depth of at least 1 millimeter.

Motorcycles with engines under 50cc cannot have tires with less than 80% of the tread width without a visible pattern, and cannot use retreaded tires.

Drivers involved in an accident must stop their vehicle, assess injuries, provide assistance, and report the accident to authorities.

Motorcycles cannot use retreaded tires.

All motorcycle riders and passengers must wear a helmet specially designed for motorcycles that fits properly and has a fastened chin strap.

Motorcycle riders must ensure passengers under 14 years old wear a motorcycle helmet.

The helmet requirement is waived if the motorcycle has a SABS-approved seatbelt, and the engine only operates with the seatbelt worn by the driver and passengers.

Light motor vehicle windscreens must be made of safety glass with at least 70% visible light transmittance to ensure safe driver visibility.

Light and heavy motor vehicles with windscreens must have at least one windscreen wiper that wipes the driver's view continuously, evenly, and adequately.

Every motorcycle must have an efficient exhaust silencer that prevents excessive noise and smoke, ensuring other road users aren't affected.

The exhaust silencer must be placed in a way that's safe, preventing flammable liquids from dripping onto it.

The exhaust silencer must be maintained to prevent exhaust gas and smoke from leaking into the vehicle's cabin.

When overtaking a vehicle on a one-way road, stay as close to the left edge as possible without endangering yourself or others, and do not accelerate until the other vehicle has passed.

When passing oncoming traffic, ensure your vehicle does not obstruct or endanger oncoming traffic by encroaching on your right lane.

When passing a stationary bus, exercise due care for the safety of people approaching, leaving, or potentially approaching the bus.

A driver intending to overtake a vehicle ahead that is not in the left-hand lane can signal their intention by flashing their headlights.

On a freeway, vehicles must keep left and overtake to the right.

At a junction with traffic islands, drivers must yield right of way to all traffic approaching from their right, unless directed otherwise by a traffic officer or sign.

Parking is not permitted on a public road if directed by a traffic officer, due to uncontrollable circumstances (e.g., accident), or in areas where stopping is prohibited.

Drivers must immediately give right of way to emergency vehicles with sirens and warning lights.