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A 16-year-old with a valid A1 licence rides a motorcycle approved for two occupants. May they carry a passenger older than twelve behind them?

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Yes, if the passenger-carrying conditions are met.

Yes, subject to the prescribed conditions. Being under 18 does not alone prohibit it. Under Article 12.1, the passenger must sit behind the rider, astride and with feet on the footrests; the documentation must authorise carrying a passenger. Required protection includes an approved, fastened helmet. Article 12.2’s exception for children older than seven is a different case and is unnecessary for this passenger.

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  • Yes, if the passenger-carrying conditions are met.

  • No; all motorcycle riders under 18 are prohibited from carrying passengers.

  • Only if the passenger has turned 18.

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