Motorcycle written test: Cargo Loading

This category tests the size and weight limits for goods carried on a motorcycle. The load may not be higher than the rider's shoulders or wider than 10 cm beyond the outer edge of the handlebars, may not extend more than half a metre behind the rear axle, and may not extend forward of the rear of the seat. The weight limit is 80 kg for a heavy motorcycle and 50 kg for an ordinary light motorcycle; once a passenger is carried, no other goods may be carried, except small items that do not affect the safety of the rider and passenger.

Question bank version: Highway Bureau 115.06 (car) / 115.02 (motorcycle); 17 questions in this category. Source: the Highway Bureau's published question bank. Translations are for reference only. The Chinese version prevails. Chinese original (中文)

  1. No. 1中文

    The height of items carried on a motorcycle must not exceed the driver's

    1. head
    2. shoulder Correct answer
    3. waist.

  2. No. 2中文

    The width of items carried on a motorcycle must not exceed

    1. 10 cm Correct answer
    2. 2 meters
    3. 1.5 meters beyond the outer edge of the handlebars.

  3. No. 3中文

    For heavy motorcycles, the weight of items carried must not exceed

    1. 50 kg
    2. 80 kg Correct answer
    3. 90 kg.

  4. No. 4中文

    The length of items carried on a motorcycle, extending beyond the rear of the vehicle measured from the rear axle, must not exceed

    1. 0.5 meters Correct answer
    2. 1 meter
    3. 3 meters.

  5. No. 5中文

    For standard light motorcycles, the weight limit for carried items is

    1. 40 kg
    2. 50 kg Correct answer
    3. 20 kg.

  6. No. 6中文

    Regarding regulations for carrying items on a motorcycle, which of the following is incorrect?

    1. It is allowed to carry items higher than the rider's shoulder. Correct answer
    2. The width shall not exceed 10 cm beyond the outer edge of the handlebars.
    3. The portion extending beyond the rear of the vehicle shall not exceed 50 cm from the rear wheel axle.

  7. No. 7中文

    Regarding carrying passengers or items on a motorcycle, which of the following is incorrect?

    1. Small light motorcycles may not carry passengers; heavy motorcycles and ordinary light motorcycles with a fixed seat behind the rider may carry 1 passenger.
    2. When carrying a passenger, no additional items may be carried.
    3. Passengers may sit sideways. Correct answer

  8. No. 8中文

    Regarding the principles of carrying passengers on a motorcycle, which of the following is incorrect?

    1. Passengers are not allowed to sit sideways.
    2. Ordinary light motorcycles are not allowed to carry passengers. Correct answer
    3. Heavy motorcycles are limited to carrying one passenger.

  9. No. 9中文

    What does this sign, marking, or signal mean?

    Question image
    1. Vehicle gross weight limit Correct answer
    2. Vehicle load capacity limit
    3. Vehicle curb weight

  10. No. 10中文

    Regarding cargo carried on a motorcycle, which of the following length regulations is correct?

    1. Cargo must not extend forward beyond the rear of the seat. Correct answer
    2. Cargo must not extend forward more than 1 meter from the rear of the seat.
    3. Cargo must not extend forward more than 20 centimeters from the rear of the seat.

  11. No. 11中文

    When cargo carried on a motorcycle extends beyond the rear of the vehicle, what is the maximum allowable length?

    1. Measured from the rear wheel axle, it must not exceed 0.5 meter. Correct answer
    2. Measured from the rear wheel axle, it must not exceed 1 meter.
    3. Measured from the rear of the vehicle (vehicle body), it must not extend more than 0.5 meter.

  12. No. 12中文

    What are the regulations regarding the length of cargo carried on a motorcycle, measured from the rear of the seat?

    1. It must not extend forward. Correct answer
    2. It may extend forward, but must not go beyond the handlebars.
    3. There are no relevant restrictions.

  13. No. 13中文

    When carrying cargo on a motorcycle, what is the maximum width allowed for the load?

    1. It must not exceed 10 centimeters beyond the outer edge of the handlebars. Correct answer
    2. It must not exceed 15 centimeters beyond the outer edge of the handlebars.
    3. It must not exceed the width of the motorcycle handlebars.

  14. No. 14中文

    When transporting cargo on a motorcycle, which of the following statements regarding loading regulations is correct?

    1. If the cargo is securely fastened with ropes and does not block the rear lights, it is not subject to size restrictions.
    2. If the cargo width does not exceed the handlebars and the weight is within the rider's controllable range, it complies with regulations.
    3. Cargo must comply with the legally prescribed limits for width, length, height, and weight, and overloading is prohibited. Correct answer

  15. No. 15中文

    When carrying passengers or cargo on a motorcycle, which of the following regulations is correct?

    1. Small light motorcycles, heavy motorcycles, and regular light motorcycles may carry one passenger if there is a fixed seat behind the rider.
    2. For cargo loading: small light motorcycles must not exceed 30 kg; regular light motorcycles must not exceed 60 kg; heavy motorcycles must not exceed 90 kg.
    3. After carrying a passenger, no additional cargo may be carried. However, small items that do not affect the safety of the rider or passenger are exempt. Correct answer

  16. No. 16中文

    If a motorcycle violates the regulations when carrying passengers or cargo, who will be penalized?

    1. The passenger.
    2. The motorcycle rider. Correct answer
    3. Both the motorcycle rider and the passenger.

  17. No. 17中文

    If a motorcycle carries passengers or cargo in violation of regulations, what amount of fine will be imposed on the rider?

    1. A fine of NT $300 to NT $600 Correct answer
    2. A fine of NT $600 to NT $1,200
    3. A fine of NT $1,200 to NT $2,400