Thebiga Posted January 6, 2011 Share Posted January 6, 2011 Hi I have a bunch of mates coming over for the Moto GP at 'Le Mans' and they were thinking about if they need a Hi Viz vest like you do with the cars to be legal or not.I didn't think you did but I'm sure someone knows.Cheers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob T Posted January 6, 2011 Share Posted January 6, 2011 No you don't need them.Hi vis vests, warning triangles, spare tyres etc are only needed by cars and not bikes.You do need to ride with lights on all the time though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thebiga Posted January 6, 2011 Author Share Posted January 6, 2011 Thanks for that. I would always have my lights on anyway but on my new bike they are on all the time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugsy Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 As Bob has said, they are not a legal requirement for 'motos'. That said I always carry one in my panniers.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIG MAC Posted January 16, 2011 Share Posted January 16, 2011 I always have a couple under the seat along with bulbs and tools. Have you seen how dark French provincial roads are at night? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brilec Posted May 12, 2011 Share Posted May 12, 2011 I have heard that this lack of requirement for bikes is to change shortly, anyone know more? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sid Posted May 12, 2011 Share Posted May 12, 2011 Not me! I hope you'll keep us posted! [:)] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugsy Posted May 12, 2011 Share Posted May 12, 2011 Lots of changes coming http://www.lemonde.fr/societe/article/2011/05/11/securite-routiere-les-principales-mesures-du-gouvernement_1520389_3224.htmlSome good, some pretty stupid.Check out some of the comments, there is a lot of anger about this.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sid Posted May 12, 2011 Share Posted May 12, 2011 Hmm! I had read about the speed control changes, removing the warning signs and increased penalties, but hadn't seen the reflective vest proposals. I hope I don't have to wear a flappy vest; it'll be more of a hazard than a help!Thanks for the link, Bugsy. As you say a lot of anger, but as usual opinion is divided. A lot of people just don't like motorcycles (or the riders!) full stop!Enjoy it while you can I say. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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