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¿Debe estar iluminada la placa de matrícula en una motocicleta?

Must a motorcycle's number plate be lit?

  • ANo, nunca.No, never.
  • BSí, la trasera.Yes, the rear one.
  • CNo, pero es aconsejable.No, but it is advisable.
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Correct answer

  • BSí, la trasera.Yes, the rear one.
Explanation

Under Article 16.2 of the General Vehicle Regulations (RGV), every motorcycle must have, among other devices, a rear number plate light. The rear plate must be lit whenever you ride with the lights on, so that it can be read at night or in poor visibility.

The rule · Real Decreto 2822/1998, de 23 de diciembre, Reglamento General de Vehículos (RGV) · art. 16.2Toda motocicleta deberá estar provista de: Luz de cruce. Luz de carretera. Luz de frenado. Luz de la placa posterior de matrícula.Read the full rule

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