Jersey Cycling Safety Test - Jersey Road Safety Hub

What should you do if you're cycling and encounter strong winds?

c) Stop and wait for the wind to die down

b) Ride faster to get through it

d) Ignore the wind and keep riding normally

a) Lean into the wind and slow down

Why is it important to check behind you before overtaking another pedal bike rider?

a) To see how fast they are going

c) To make sure another pedal bike rider isn’t behind

b) To ensure there are no vehicles or other pedal bike riders approaching from behind

d) To look for a better route

What should you do if you see a pothole ahead while cycling?

a) Ride over it quickly

b) Swerve around it

d) Stop immediately

c) Signal, then manoeuvre around it safely

How should you approach a roundabout as a pedal bike rider?

d) Avoid roundabouts as a pedal bike rider

b) Ride as fast as possible through it

a) Always stop before entering

c) Signal your intentions and take your turn with other vehicles

Which of the following is NOT a safe cycling practice?

c) Listening to music with both earbuds in

d) Checking over your shoulder before turning

b) Only using hand signals

a) Using flashing lights

Which of the following is a sign of a properly fitted helmet?

a) It sits low on your forehead

c) It covers your ears

b) It wobbles when you move

d) It fits snugly and does not move

How often should you check your tire pressure?

a) Every year

c) Only when it feels low

b) Before every ride

d) Only after a long ride

If the road is wet and you need to stop quickly, what should you do?

c) Use only the front brake

a) Brake suddenly

b) Apply both brakes gently and evenly

d) Use only the back brake

What should you do if you get a flat tire while cycling?

d) Call someone to pick you up

c) Ride on the flat tire slowly

b) Stop and repair it safely

a) Keep riding as normal

10.

What is the purpose of wearing cycling gloves?

b) To protect your hands and improve grip

d) To match your outfit

c) To prevent them from getting wet

a) To keep your hands warm

11.

It’s a legal requirement to wear a helmet while riding a pedal bike unless

d) You are 10 or older

c) You are 12 or older

a) You are 14 or older

b) You are accompanied by an adult

12.

At a filter in turn junction, what should you do?

a) Always go first

c) Ignore other vehicles

b) Only proceed when it's your turn

d) Speed through quickly

13.

When should you use lights on your bicycle?

a) Only when it’s raining

d) Only in winter

b) Only when you are riding on roads with no street lighting

c) From sunset to sunrise and in poor visibility

14.

What should you do if your handlebars feel loose while riding?

a) Keep riding and fix it later

d) Hold them tighter

c) Use one hand to hold them steady

b) Stop immediately and tighten them

15.

What is the purpose of a cycle lane?

c) To allow pedestrians to walk

d) To allow pedal bike riders to know where to go

b) To allow more traffic to flow

a) To give pedal bike riders a safe space to ride

16.

What should you do before turning or changing lanes while cycling?

b) Signal and check over your shoulder

a) Look over your shoulder to make sure there are no cars behind

c) Turn as quickly as possible to prevent collision

d) Ring your bell before turning

17.

What does this road sign mean?

a) No cycling allowed

c) Cycle route ahead

b) Cycle in single file

d) Cycle crossing

18.

If you see a stop sign while cycling, what should you do?

a) Slow down

b) Stop completely

d) Ignore it as you are on a pedal bike not in a car

c) Continue if the road looks clear

19.

If you see this road sign, what does it mean?

c) You must give way to traffic on the main road

a) You have right of way

b) Prepare to stop

d) You must stop immediately

20.

What should you do if you are cycling and notice your front tire is wobbling?

d) Speed up to regain balance

b) Stop riding then look for the problem

c) Straighten up your handlebars

a) Keep riding but go slower