Ch. 3 · Bikes & E-Mobility

Which of the following is NOT listed in the Rules of the Road as an inspection item for specified small motorized bicycles?

[Multiple choice · Medium]

Answer: C: Is the engine oil level appropriate?

Explanation

The Rules of the Road, Chapter 3, Section 1, 3 lists inspections for brakes, wheels, tire pressure, handlebars, and lights. However, because specified small motorized bicycles use electric motors, engine oil inspection is not included.

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Hikari
Hikari
Engine oil should definitely be on the inspection list, right?
Momoka
Momoka
Nope! That's the one that's NOT listed. Specified small motorized bicycles use electric motors, so there's no engine oil to check.
Hikari
Hikari
Oh wow, I totally forgot they're electric!
Momoka
Momoka
Exactly! Check brakes, tires, handlebars, and lights—but skip the oil. No engine, no oil!

Source: Ch. 3 Bikes & E-Mobility · Section (第１節 特定小型原動機付自転車の正しい乗り方) · ３ 特定小型原動機付自転車の点検

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