By law, riders must use dipped beams and front fog lights during heavy rain when visibility drops, as part of visibility requirements in low-light conditions.

In the Netherlands, riding between two lanes of moving or stopped traffic is not officially allowed, even when traffic is congested.

Dutch law requires both front and rear motorcycle lights to be on after sunset and during poor visibility to ensure visibility to other road users.

Motorcycles may only carry passengers if the vehicle is equipped with a designated passenger seat and footrests. Carrying more people is not allowed.

Motorcyclists must yield to any pedestrians at a marked crossing, as failing to do so violates Dutch priority rules and endangers vulnerable users.

Riders are required to maintain their lane on expressways unless they are overtaking, ensuring disciplined, predictable movement.

In tunnels, riders must keep their headlights and tail lights turned on, regardless of outside lighting, to remain visible to other vehicles.

Only motorcycles that can travel at 60 km/h or faster are allowed on expressways to maintain minimum traffic flow and avoid collisions.

Riders are required to switch on fog lamps when visibility drops below 50 meters, which enhances safety during dense fog.

Without barriers, motorcyclists must approach cautiously, slow down, and visually check for trains before crossing.

There is no official ban on headphone use, but it is discouraged due to the safety risk of limiting awareness of sirens, horns, and traffic.

Motorcyclists must not ride beside or close behind heavy vehicles, as blind spots may prevent truck drivers from seeing them.

Carrying or wearing a reflective vest is not mandatory, but is strongly advised to improve visibility, especially at night.

Riders must slow down and watch for children or school buses, as school zones often have strict speed limits and higher pedestrian activity.

Motorcycles may not use bus lanes unless specifically allowed by a posted sign indicating permitted vehicle types.

On slick roads, riders should decelerate and avoid sharp braking or turns, which could cause skidding.

Riders are expected to stay in their lane, follow proper road markings, and signal when changing lanes, just like other vehicles.

Dutch law requires all motorcycle riders and passengers to wear approved helmets at all times while on public roads.

Hand-held phone use while riding is illegal and punishable by a fine only hands-free devices are permitted.

Parking on sidewalks is generally prohibited for motorcycles unless a local traffic sign explicitly allows it.

Motorcyclists must slow down when nearing roundabouts and give priority to vehicles already circulating inside the roundabout.