Topic: Vehicle safety devices · Nº 497 / 691

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En esta motocicleta, ¿debe llevar casco?

On this motorcycle, must you wear a helmet?

  • ANo, no es obligatorio; pero debe llevar abrochado el cinturón de seguridad.No, it is not compulsory; but you must wear the seat belt fastened.
  • BSí, el casco es obligatorio pero no el cinturón de seguridad.Yes, the helmet is compulsory but the seat belt is not.
  • CSí, y además es obligatorio llevar abrochado el cinturón de seguridad.Yes, and you must also wear the seat belt fastened.
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Correct answer

  • ANo, no es obligatorio; pero debe llevar abrochado el cinturón de seguridad.No, it is not compulsory; but you must wear the seat belt fastened.
Explanation

When vehicles have a protective structure and are fitted with seat belts, and this is stated on the vehicle inspection (ITV) card or on the moped's certificate of characteristics, their riders and passengers are exempt from wearing a protective helmet, and in this case they must wear the seat belt.

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