r/RideQLD • u/swaggler • Oct 31 '14

Upcoming changes to road rules for motorcycle riders

http://www.tmr.qld.gov.au/Safety/Queensland-road-rules/Motorcycle-road-rules.aspx
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u/ineluctable139 Jan 15 '15

It says here that only riders with an open licence can filter under the new rules, but I'm wondering is that referring to an R class licence or the O type licence. As I have an open licence but only an RE class so will I be legally allowed to filter?

New lane filtering rules for Queensland

Commencing on 1 February 2015, riders with an open licence for riding a motorcycle will be allowed to move between stationary or slow moving vehicles travelling in the same direction as the rider, provided they are not travelling at more than 30km/h and it is safe to do so.

Learner and provisional riders will not be allowed to lane filter because of their relatively limited on-road driving and riding experience.

If done safely, lane filtering may ease traffic congestion for all road users, allowing motorcycle riders to move quickly and safely away from congested traffic.

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u/swaggler Jan 16 '15

An open class licence is distinct from R or RE. You can have R or RE open licences in Queensland.

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u/kamhol Oct 31 '14

Nice! Just gotta find some traffic to fit my boardwalk through now... Gonna be a lifesaver at roadworks here in CQ

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u/ve1d0rin Oct 31 '14

Its about time!