The entry into force of the new traffic law has brought some substantial changes in terms of regulations and sanctions imposed by the DGT. Also in the case of motorcycles. These are some fines that you can get when you drive with this type of vehicle and that you should take into account so as not to be upset.
Talk on the mobile
As with the car, the penalties for this behavior have been increased. If you are caught with your phone in your hand you will lose 6 points (instead of the three up to now) and you will have to pay 200 euros. PixabayPexels
Go without a helmet
It is a key motorcycle safety element that can save lives. In this way, not wearing the helmet or using it incorrectly will mean the loss of 4 points and a fine of 200 euros. Pixabay/Surprising_Shots
Throw butts
As with the car, the penalties for this behavior have been increased. If you are caught with your phone in your hand you will lose 6 points (instead of the three up to now) and you will have to pay 200 euros. PixabayPexels
Wearing a helmet-mounted camera
Most of these devices are not approved to carry a camera attached to the helmet, so you will have to pay 200 euros and you will lose 4 points. Pixabay/rosentalrony
Do not carry the ITV sticker
It is a mandatory item in any vehicle and must be placed in a specific way so that it can be seen first. Not using the sticker can result in a fine of between 80 and 100 euros. Pixabay/chrissi_hch
Circular without the "L"
All trainee drivers must wear this badge and the same is true for motorcycles. It has to be in a visible place and you can carry a fine of up to 150 euros if you don't carry it. Pixabay/RyanMcGuire
Wash the motorcycle in the street
It is completely forbidden to wash, change the oil or make small repairs to the motorcycle on public roads. The fines vary depending on each municipality, although they can reach 3,000 euros. Pixabay/9078815
Honk for no reason
It is used to warn of danger or to indicate our position, but it can also entail a large fine if it is not used correctly. Fines can reach 80 euros. Pixabay/hate
The vehicle cannot carry more than one occupant
The number of occupants that a motorcycle can carry is reflected in the circulation permit. If it is only one and two passengers travel, the fine can reach 200 euros. Pixabay/zibik
Take accompanying children
The regulation specifies that only those over 12 years of age or those between 7 and 12 may go as companions as long as the father, mother, guardian or an authorized adult person is driving. The fine for non-compliance is 200 euros. Pixabay/Vovka