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[Bibbitybop]

For all those that travel Korea by motorcycle:

Are motorcycles allowed on Highway 60, the highway that runs from Seoul to Yangyang on the East coast?

I ask because all the "Expressways" that don't allow motorcycles (a law that needs to change) are colored yellow on the maps, but Highway 60 isn't. But, it has the "expressway" symbol for it's number sign.

Thanks! BB

[Vicissitude]

[Bibbitybop]

[bassexpander]

The difference is safety, IMHO.

I don't see Koreans driving safely or acting responsibly, wearing helmets, etc.. As soon as they change that law, a lot of people are going to die at first.

I want to see the law changed, too, but they need to make the law for bikes 600cc and above ONLY. The 400cc Honda delivery people would be ticked, but so be it. I've owned a 400cc all the way up to a 1200cc. I've driven my 400cc on the highway, and it just wasn't heavy enough to be safe -- especially above 50 to 60mph.

They're also going to have lots of yayhoos doing 200km/hr+ with their sport bikes as soon as the law changes, because when it comes to driving, there is little self-control going on around here. Deaths and accidents will be a big problem until they clamp down on speeders.

[Vicissitude]

[Dome Vans]

As crap as this sounds, I think you take that added safety risk riding a motorbike. You are the first crumple zone and unfortunately 'sheet' happens. I'd never touch one because of that risk, I know people who love the thrill of it. If there wasn't that thrill I doubt people would do it. You accept the risk. The fact that Korea, as much of Asia rides without wearing a helmet is beyond me.

[Bibbitybop]

bassexpander: Any bike that can maintain the speed limit, or above it since everyone speeds, should be allowed on the road, regardless of engine size.

Vicissitude: It sucks that you had to see that, but bloody accidents come in many forms, from motorcycles, to cars, to falling down stairs. It's no reason to keep people from using their preferred method of transportation.


I'm fully aware of the risks of motorcycles. I've taken the MSF training courses, have ridden for years and also watched many of my friends get injured from riding irresponsibly.


Highway 60 to Yangyang: Legal for bikes or not?

[GoldMember]

Overseas studies show that the safest place for Motorcycles is in fact on Highways. This is because there are no lights, most collisions occour at interesections. Unfortunantely Koreans are a**holes on highways, tailgating, swerving, not indicating, braking suddenly for no reason.
The Korean law has nothing to do with safety, its to restrict imports of larger bikes. Just another Korean hidden barrier to imports.

[CentralCali]

I love riding as a passenger on a motorcycle. However, there's absolutely no way I'll get on one in South Korea. The general attitude towards driving is "Who cares?" Well, I care about my life. I'll stick to riding inside a vehicle with a safety belt on.

[Ryst Helmut]

BB,

I, nor my wife, could find any definitive answer online (imagine that). I suggest having a Korean friend ring up the area police or the highway division.

http://www.himan.co.kr/

I never rode that way...sorry, can't be of much help.

!shoosh,

Ryst

[Bibbitybop]

Thanks Ryst, I haven't seen that site before.

[JungMin]

I had a bike for a few years here.....travelled all over. And as far as I know, if there are tolls, you aren't allowed. Otherwise, giver.

[sojourner1]

I thought it was strange to learn that motorcycles are not allowed on toll highways as they appear to be the safest way to travel despite being at high speed. I always seen big bikes on highways everywhere I have been.


Motorcycles stay off of toll roads, but can use the smaller and older roads and are mostly used for getting around town only.

[Bibbitybop]

[Underwaterbob]