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Topic: The driver's condition · Nº 156 / 590

¿Se puede conducir una motocicleta con sandalias?

Can you ride a motorcycle wearing sandals?

  • ASí, porque los pies se tienen que ventilar.Yes, because your feet need air.
  • BNo, porque está prohibido.No, because it is prohibited.
  • CEs indiferente, no influye en la conducción.It makes no difference; it does not affect riding.
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Correct answer

  • BNo, porque está prohibido.No, because it is prohibited.
Explanation

Under Article 118.1.c of the General Traffic Regulations (as worded by Royal Decree 518/2026), motorcycle riders and passengers must wear closed footwear that covers the whole foot, on all types of road. Sandals do not meet this requirement.

The rule · Real Decreto 1428/2003, de 21 de noviembre, Reglamento General de Circulación (RGC) · art. 118.1.c (redacción del RD 518/2026)Calzado cerrado, que cubra todo el pie, cuando circulen en todo tipo de vías.Read the full rule

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