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Unit 4 of the Dutch Motorcycle Theory A curriculum

Theory Lessons in Speed Management and Legal Limits

Browse all 7 lessons included in the Speed Management and Legal Limits unit. This overview helps you understand how the unit is structured, how lessons build on one another, and how they guide you through key driving topics, road rules, traffic situations, and essential theory concepts. Use this section to plan your progression, revisit important areas, and get a clear picture of the learning path that supports effective driving-theory preparation in the Netherlands.

Lesson overview for Speed Management and Legal Limits

Explore a detailed overview of all lessons included in the Speed Management and Legal Limits unit. Each lesson highlights the core driving topics, learning objectives, road-rule explanations, and key safety concepts it covers. This helps you understand how knowledge builds from one lesson to the next and how the full learning path supports your driving-theory study goals in the Netherlands.

1

National Speed Limits for Motorcycles (max. snelheden)

This lesson covers the Dutch national speed limits for Category A motorcycles, essential for passing the CBR theory exam and safe riding. It details the maximum legal speeds on motorways, rural roads, and within built-up urban areas. The lesson also emphasizes the importance of recognizing and complying with variable or dynamic speed limit signs, a critical component for both exam success and road safety.

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2

Speed Limit Zones (buiten de bebouwde kom, binnen de bebouwde kom)

Understand Dutch speed limits for Category A motorcycles: learn to distinguish between built-up and rural zones, 30 km/h areas, and woonerven to ride safely and pass your CBR theory test. Adapt your speed to the environment and its associated risks effectively for your exam preparation and real-world riding. This lesson provides essential knowledge on where and how fast you can legally ride, ensuring you're prepared for all traffic situations on Dutch roads and for any question on the theory exam.

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3

Speed Enforcement Techniques (trajectcontrole, flitspalen)

Dutch speed enforcement for Category A motorcycles primarily uses two systems: fixed 'flitspalen' cameras measuring speed at a single point and 'trajectcontrole' calculating average speed over a road section. Police also conduct mobile checks. Understanding these methods is essential for the CBR theory exam and safe riding, as strict enforcement applies even to minor speed limit violations. This knowledge helps avoid fines and promotes consistent legal compliance on Dutch roads.

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4

Calculating Safe Speed in Curves (bochtsnelheid)

This lesson teaches how to calculate safe motorcycle speeds for curves (bochtsnelheid), a critical skill for passing the Dutch Category A theory exam and safe riding. You will learn to use visual cues and physics to judge bends, manage lean angle, and maintain traction. Mastering this technique is essential for confident cornering, hazard anticipation, and success on the CBR examination and real-world roads in the Netherlands.

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5

Impact of Load and Aerodynamics on Speed

Learn how adding weight or changing the aerodynamics of your motorcycle impacts its speed, braking, and handling. Essential knowledge for safe Category A riding and the Dutch theory exam, especially on motorways and in wind. Drive smarter, not just faster, when loaded.

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6

Adjusting Speed for Road Surface Conditions

This lesson teaches how to identify hazardous road surfaces like wet asphalt or gravel and adjust your motorcycle's speed to maintain traction and prevent skids. It is essential for safe riding and preparing for the Dutch Category A motorcycle theory exam (CBR). The focus is on the practical application of speed rules on varied road surfaces, covering the physics of traction to ensure rider safety and exam readiness for Category A licenses in the Netherlands.

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7

High-Speed Riding on Motorways (snelweg)

Learn essential rules for riding at high speeds on Dutch motorways (snelwegen), covering lane discipline, safe overtaking, and managing fatigue. Crucial for your Category A theory exam and safe highway riding in the Netherlands. (max 200 characters).`,

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