Laws and Regulations
- 1/30At red traffic lights
At a red signal, motorcycles and mopeds must stop behind the stop line and may not proceed until the light turns green, just like all other road users.
When facing a flashing yellow light
A flashing yellow light indicates caution motorcyclists must reduce speed and yield to other traffic and pedestrians at the intersection.
At intersections without traffic lights
Norwegian rules follow the right-hand rule at uncontrolled intersections: motorcycles must give way to vehicles approaching from the right.
When entering a roundabout
Before entering, motorcycles and mopeds must yield to traffic already circulating within the roundabout, and only proceed when safe.
At pedestrian crossings without signals
Riders must slow down and be prepared to stop for any pedestrian stepping onto or already at a zebra crossing, even without traffic signals.
If turning left at an intersection
Before making a left turn, motorcyclists must wait for any oncoming traffic going straight or turning right to pass.
When a stop sign is present
Motorcyclists must stop fully at the stop line or before entering the intersection, and yield to cross traffic before proceeding.
If approaching a Give Way Yield sign
Yield signs require riders to slow or stop if needed and give priority to traffic from both directions on the intersecting road.
At signal-controlled intersections
Motorcyclists must obey signal phases however, signals given by a traffic officer always override the lights and signs.
When exiting a roundabout
Riders should use the right-turn signal before exiting and check for cyclists or pedestrians on the exit path.
At T-junctions without priority signs
Vehicles coming from the terminating road bottom of the T must yield to all traffic on the through road, regardless of direction.
When merging from a side road
Motorcycles must stop or slow significantly and allow all vehicles on the main road to pass before merging into traffic.
If traffic signals fail
Lights are off or blinking yellow, treat the intersection as uncontrolled and apply right-hand priority, giving way where appropriate.
At junctions with flashing green arrows
Green arrow signals allow specific movement riders may only go in that direction after ensuring no conflicting traffic or pedestrian movement.
At roundabouts with bike paths
Riders must be cautious and yield to users on dedicated paths when leaving the roundabout, especially in urban and school zones.
At intersections with traffic signs and signals
When both are present, traffic signals take precedence over stop or yield signs. Riders must follow light instructions unless directed otherwise.
When approaching a yellow traffic light
Yellow light means prepare to stop. Motorcyclists must stop unless they are too close and braking would cause danger.
If the intersection has a no entry sign
No entry signs apply to all vehicles including motorcycles. Riders must find alternative legal routes.
At controlled pedestrian crossings
When red pedestrian lights flash, motorcyclists must stop and wait until pedestrians have fully crossed.
When facing a green light with blocked traffic ahead
Even on green, riders must not enter if the exit is blocked. Blocking an intersection is a violation.
If turning right on green
Right-turning motorcyclists must yield to pedestrians crossing the road into which they are turning.
When emergency vehicles approach at an intersection
Riders must move aside or stop to allow emergency vehicles to pass, even if they have a green light.
When entering a mini-roundabout
In mini-roundabouts, priority is still given to traffic already inside motorcyclists must yield before entering.
At intersections with dedicated left-turn signals
Riders may only make left turns when the left-turn signal is green and even if the main signal is green.
If entering a roundabout from a side road
Riders entering from side roads must ensure no vehicles are in or approaching the roundabout.
When overtaking before a roundabout
Overtaking near or inside roundabouts is unsafe and prohibited, especially for motorcycles due to turning angles.
If theres a cyclist already in the roundabout
Cyclists have the same right-of-way in roundabouts. Motorcyclists must yield and not overtake.
At staggered intersections
Riders must indicate clearly and yield when crossing or joining staggered routes with conflicting traffic.
When approaching from a side road with no sign
There are no markings or signs, motorcycles must yield to traffic coming from the right.
When facing a priority road sign
On a marked priority road, motorcyclists keep right-of-way unless a priority ends or yield sign appears.