HOV Use for Motorcycles in British Columbia

HOV Use for Motorcycles in British Columbia

Is a motorcycle considered a High-Occupancy Vehicle? Section 42.01 of the BC Motor Vehicle Act defines a High-Occupancy Vehicle as “a vehicle under 5500 kg GVW that is carrying at least the minimum number of persons specified by the applicable traffic control device”. By this definition, a motorcycle with a single occupant would NOT be considered…

How to pass the ICBC Motorcycle Road Test

“I’ve been driving/riding for years; I should have no problem passing a motorcycle road test!” This is a phrase that we hear often when discussing road testing with students and potential students in British Columbia. The unfortunate truth is actually quite alarming, as many people with significant driving experience (and even riding experience) have failed…