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Topic: Speed and distances · Nº 647 / 961

¿A qué velocidad máxima puede circular un ciclomotor en autovía?

What is the maximum speed at which a moped may be ridden on a dual carriageway (autovía)?

  • A45 km/h45 km/h
  • BNo puede circular por autovíaIt may not be ridden on a dual carriageway
  • C60 km/h60 km/h
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Correct answer

  • BNo puede circular por autovíaIt may not be ridden on a dual carriageway
Explanation

Under Article 38.1 of the General Traffic Regulations, mopeds are prohibited on motorways (autopistas) and dual carriageways (autovías); the only exception in the article is for cyclists over 14, on the hard shoulder of dual carriageways. In addition, a moped cannot go faster than 45 km/h.

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