Topic: Vehicle safety devices · Nº 468 / 691

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¿Es obligatorio llevar casco protector en una motocicleta con estructura de autoprotección?

Is it compulsory to wear a protective helmet on a motorcycle with a protective structure?

  • ASí.Yes.
  • BSí, si se conduce en vías interurbanas.Yes, if you ride on roads outside built-up areas.
  • CNo, si cuenta con un cinturón de seguridad y está señalado así en la documentación ITV.No, if it has a seat belt and this is stated in the ITV documents.
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  • CNo, si cuenta con un cinturón de seguridad y está señalado así en la documentación ITV.No, if it has a seat belt and this is stated in the ITV documents.
Explanation

Under Article 118.1 of the General Traffic Regulations, drivers and passengers of motorcycles with a protective structure and seat belts are exempt from wearing a helmet if this is stated on the vehicle's technical inspection card, but they must wear their seat belts fastened on all types of road.

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