Question 5408
When safety allows it, may bicycle riders leave the shoulder and ride on the part of the roadway they need?
- Yes, on long downhill stretches with curves, except on high-capacity divided highways (autovías).
- Yes, on long grades with curves.
- No, they must ride on the shoulder at all times.
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Correct answer: Yes, on long downhill stretches with curves, except on high-capacity divided highways (autovías).
Yes. On a long downhill stretch with curves, if it is safe, a cyclist may leave the shoulder and ride on the roadway, keeping close to the right and using only the space needed. On a high-capacity divided highway (autovía), the cyclist must not do this and must always stay on the shoulder. There is no exception for a long uphill stretch either.