Bicycle and Moped Class II
The symbol indicates Bicycle and Moped Class II
When You See This Sign
When you see the sign, as a car driver do not drive, stop, or park on the marked lane and be extra attentive when crossing it. As a cyclist or Class II moped rider, use the lane when it is mandatory and adjust your speed and position to improve traffic safety.
Rules & Regulations
- The S8 sign indicates a lane reserved for bicycles and Class II mopeds — only these vehicles may use the lane.
- Class I mopeds (45 km/h) and other motor vehicles may not use a lane marked with S8, unless a specific supplementary sign indicates otherwise.
- Where the lane is mandatory, cyclists and Class II moped riders must use it instead of the roadway when appropriate.
- Drivers of motor vehicles who need to cross or turn across a bicycle and moped lane should be especially attentive and follow right-of-way rules toward users of the lane.
Tips for Drivers
- If you are going to turn across a bicycle and moped lane, stop or slow down in good time and look carefully in both directions — mopeds can appear quickly and may be hard to judge.
- Never park on a bicycle and moped lane; it is prohibited and forces cyclists and moped riders into the roadway.
- As a car driver: expect that Class II mopeds may move more slowly than bicycles in some situations and leave plenty of space when overtaking or crossing.
- As a cyclist or Class II moped rider: keep to the right on the lane, signal clearly when turning, and adjust your speed when the lane narrows or when pedestrians are nearby.
Common Mistakes
- Believing that Class I mopeds are allowed to use the lane — only Class II mopeds apply for S8.
- Mistaking the sign for a mere recommendation; S8 normally indicates a mandatory lane for the specified vehicles.
- Stopping briefly or driving onto the lane with a car under the assumption that it is permitted for short errands.
Test Yourself
Road Sign: Bicycle and Moped Class II
What does this symbol indicate for the road user group?
- A Bicycle and moped class II
- B Bicycle only
- C Moped class I
- D Pedestrians
Exam Tip
In theory-test questions about S8 they often ask whether Class I mopeds are allowed or whether the sign is mandatory — the correct answer is usually that only bicycles and Class II mopeds are permitted and that the lane is normally mandatory for these vehicles.
Did You Know?
The sign is often used in densely built-up areas to separate slower two-wheeled vehicles from car traffic and became more common following the division of mopeds into Class I and II (different maximum speeds).
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Class I mopeds (45 km/h) allowed to use the lane marked with S8?
No, Class I mopeds may not use a lane marked with S8. The sign applies only to bicycles and Class II mopeds (maximum around 25 km/h).
Is it allowed to stop or park on a bicycle and moped lane?
No, it is prohibited to stop or park on such a lane because it is reserved for bicycles and Class II mopeds. Exceptions may apply in emergency situations.
Must cyclists use the lane when they see S8?
Yes, if the lane is mandatory according to the sign, cyclists and Class II moped riders must use it instead of the roadway. In practice this means you may not cycle in the car lane if a mandatory bicycle and moped lane exists.
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