Question 540
When cyclists are riding on the shoulder, may they leave it if it is safe to do so?
- Yes, on long downhill sections with curves, except on high-capacity divided highways (autovías).
- No, if a shoulder is available, they may never ride on the roadway.
- Yes, whenever they consider it appropriate.
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Correct answer: Yes, on long downhill sections with curves, except on high-capacity divided highways (autovías).
On long descents with curves, cyclists may leave the shoulder and use as much of the right-hand part of the roadway as they need, if it is safe. This option does not apply on high-capacity divided highways.