Changes from plenary report to adopted text

Added(k) Category D:

AddedA category D vehicle with a length of at least 10 m, a width of at least 2,40 m and capable of a speed of at least 80 km/h; fitted with anti-lock brakes and equipped with recording equipment as defined by Regulation (EU) No 165/2014;

Added(l) Category DE:

AddedA combination made up of a category D test vehicle and a trailer with a maximum authorised mass of at least 1 250 kg, a width of at least 2,40 m and capable of a speed of at least 80 km/h; the cargo compartment of the trailer shall consist of a closed box body which is at least 2 m wide and 2 m high; the trailer shall be presented with a minimum of 800 kg real total mass; [Am. 167]

Added(m) Category D1:

AddedA subcategory D1 vehicle with a maximum authorised mass of at least 4 000 kg, with a length of at least 5 m and capable of a speed of at least 80 km/h; fitted with anti-lock brakes and equipped with recording equipment as defined by Regulation (EU) No 165/2014;

Added(n) Category D1E:

AddedA combination made up of a subcategory D1 test vehicle and a trailer with a maximum authorised mass of at least 1 250 kg and capable of a speed of at least 80 km/h; the cargo compartment of the trailer shall consist of a closed box body which is at least 2 m wide and 2 m high; the trailer shall be presented with a minimum of 800 kg real total mass;

Added6. Skills and behaviour to be tested concerning categories A1, A2 and A

Added(1) Preparation and technical check of the vehicle with a bearing on road safety

AddedApplicants shall demonstrate that they are capable of preparing to ride safely by satisfying the following requirements:

Added(a) adjust the protective outfit, such as gloves, boots, clothes and safety helmet;

Added(b) perform a random check on the condition of the tyres, brakes, steering, emergency stop switch (if applicable), chain, oil levels, lights, reflectors, direction indicators and audible warning device.

Added(2) Special manoeuvres to be tested with a bearing on road safety:

Added(a) putting the motorcycle on and off its stand and moving it, without the aid of the engine, by walking alongside the vehicle;

Added(b) parking the motorcycle on its stand;

Added(c) at least two manoeuvres to be executed at slow speed, including a slalom; this shall allow competence to be assessed in handling of the clutch in combination with the brake, balance, vision direction and position on the motorcycle and the position of the feet on the foot rests;

Added(d) at least two manoeuvres to be executed at higher speed, of which one manoeuvre in second or third gear, at least 30 km/h and one manoeuvre avoiding an obstacle at a minimum speed of 50 km/h; this shall allow competence to be assessed in the position on the motorcycle, vision direction, balance, steering technique and technique of changing gears;

Added(e) braking: at least two braking exercises shall be executed, including an emergency brake at a minimum speed of 50 km/h; this shall allow competence to be assessed in handling of the front and rear brake, vision direction and the position on the motorcycle.

Added(3) Behaviour in traffic

AddedApplicants shall perform all the following actions in normal traffic situations, in complete safety and taking all necessary precautions:

Added(a) riding away: after parking, after a stop in traffic; exiting a driveway;

Added(b) riding on straight roads; passing oncoming vehicles, including in confined spaces;

Added(c) riding round bends;

Added(d) crossroads: approaching and crossing of intersections and junctions;

Added(e) changing direction: left and right turns; changing lanes, making a U turn; [Am. 169]

Added(f) approach/exit of motorways or similar (if available): joining from the acceleration lane; leaving on the deceleration lane;

Added(g) overtaking/passing: overtaking other traffic (if possible)including cyclists, micro-mobility users, pedestrians; riding alongside obstacles, for instance parked cars; being overtaken by other traffic (if appropriate); [Am. 170]

Added(h) special road features (if available): roundabouts; railway level crossings, bike lanes; tram/bus stops; pedestrian crossings; riding up-/downhill on long slopes; tunnels; [Am. 171]

Added(ha) interaction with other vehicles, including foreseeing blind spots and adequate use of direction indicators; [Am. 172]

Added(i) reacting and anticipating to hazardous situations using simulators;

Added(j) taking the necessary precautions when getting off the vehicle, especially regarding cyclists. [Am. 173]

Added7. Skills and behaviour to be tested concerning categories B, B1 and BE

Added(1) Preparation and technical check of the vehicle with a bearing on road safety

AddedApplicants shall demonstrate that they are capable of preparing to drive safely by satisfying the following requirements:

Added(a) adjusting the seat as necessary to obtain a correct seated position;

Added(b) adjusting rear-view mirrors, seat belts and head restraints if available;

Added(c) checking that the doors are closed;

Added(d) performing a random check on the condition of the tyres, steering, brakes, fluids (for instance engine oil, coolant, washer fluid), lights, reflectors, direction indicators and audible warning device;

Added(e) checking the safety factors relating to vehicle loading: body, sheets, cargo doors, cabin locking, way of loading, securing load (category BE only);

Added(f) checking the coupling mechanism and the brake and electrical connections (category BE only).

Added(2) Categories B and B1: special manoeuvres to be tested with a bearing on road safety

AddedA selection of the following manoeuvres shall be tested (at least two manoeuvres for the four points, including one in reverse gear):

Added(a) reversing in a straight line or reversing right or left round a corner while keeping within the correct traffic lane;

Added(b) turning the vehicle to face the opposite way, using forward and reverse gears;

Added(c) parking the vehicle and leaving a parking space (parallel, oblique or right-angle, forwards or in reverse, on the flat, uphill or downhill);

Added(d) braking accurately to a stop; however, performing an emergency stop is optional.

Added(3) Category BE - special manoeuvres to be tested with a bearing on road safety:

Added(a) coupling and uncoupling, or uncoupling and re-coupling a trailer from its motor vehicle; the manoeuvre must involve the towing vehicle being parked alongside the trailer (i.e. not in one line);

Added(b) reversing along a curve, the line of which shall be left to the discretion of the Member States;

Added(c) parking safely for loading/unloading.

Added(4) Behaviour in traffic

AddedApplicants shall perform all the following actions in normal traffic situations, in complete safety and taking all necessary precautions:

Added(a) driving away: after parking, after a stop in traffic; exiting a driveway;

Added(b) driving on straight roads; passing oncoming vehicles, including in confined spaces;

Added(c) driving round bends;

Added(d) Crossroads: approaching and crossing of intersections and junctions;

Added(e) changing direction: left and right turns; changing lanes;

Added(f) approach/exit of motorways or similar (if available): joining from the acceleration lane; leaving on the deceleration lane;

Added(g) overtaking/passing: overtaking other trafficroad users, including cyclists (if possible); driving alongside obstacles, for instance parked cars; being overtaken by other traffic (if appropriate); [Am. 174]