This unit focuses on the critical skills of speed management and maintaining a safe buffer in traffic. It details the national speed limit structure (Hastighetsbegränsning) in Sweden and the specific limits that apply to mopeds. Learners will understand the components of total stopping distance—reaction and braking—and learn practical methods like the three-second rule to ensure they always have enough space to react to hazards.
Prepare for your Swedish Category AM (moped) driving license with our comprehensive theory course. Aligned with the latest Transportstyrelsen and Trafikverket guidelines, this program covers everything from traffic regulations and road sign interpretation to vehicle control and hazard awareness. Learn the specific rules for moped riders in Sweden, including lane usage, priority rules, and safety equipment, ensuring you have the knowledge to ride confidently and pass your exam.
The Speed Limits and Safe Following Distances unit is a key part of the Swedish Moped Theory AM curriculum and helps learners in Sweden understand essential theory topics in a clear and practical way. Each lesson breaks down a specific theme that often appears in the Swedish driving theory exam. With structured explanations and examples taken from real traffic situations, this unit helps learners study smarter, fix common misunderstandings, and build the knowledge required for confident exam performance.
Upon completing this unit, you will possess a thorough understanding of speed regulations relevant to mopeds in Sweden, including national limits and specific moped restrictions. You will be equipped to accurately assess safe following distances, utilizing methods like the three-second rule, and comprehend the factors influencing total stopping distance. This knowledge is vital for navigating Swedish roads safely, avoiding common speed-related violations, and successfully passing the driving theory examination for your Category AM license.
This unit is designed for all aspiring Category AM (moped) license holders in Sweden. It's particularly beneficial for learners who need to grasp the critical concepts of speed management and safe spacing to ensure they can confidently answer related questions on the official theory test and ride safely.
See all lessonsExplore key lessons that shape the Speed Limits and Safe Following Distances unit in the Swedish Moped Theory AM curriculum. These lessons focus on exam related topics, important rules, and practical skills that help you progress faster and prepare effectively for the driving theory exam in Sweden.
Learn Sweden's national speed limit structure (Hastighetsbegränsning) for Category AM mopeds. Understand the default speed limits for built-up areas, roads outside built-up areas, and motorways, which apply even without specific signs, ensuring you ride legally and safely and pass your theory test with confidence. This knowledge is vital for all Swedish moped riders making informed speed decisions on the road and in exam scenarios relevant to speed management. It covers essential rules for different road types and conditions, crucial for safe operation of your moped.
For mopeds in Sweden, the maximum speed is 45 km/h, but you must adapt your speed to road conditions, traffic, and weather, often going slower for safety. Special rules apply on cycle paths and shared spaces, where lower limits may exist. Understanding and applying these regulations is crucial for both passing the AM licence theory exam and for safe, responsible riding, as Swedish law emphasizes situational awareness and adjusting speed appropriately, not just knowing the legal maximum.
Learn to calculate safe stopping distances for your moped by understanding reaction distance and braking distance. Discover how speed, road conditions, and alertness critically affect your ability to stop quickly, a key skill for passing your Swedish AM theory exam and riding safely on Swedish roads.
Learn why the posted speed limit is just a maximum. This lesson teaches Category AM riders in Sweden how to safely adjust their moped's speed for rain, fog, heavy traffic, and poor road surfaces, crucial for passing the theory exam and riding safely year-round.
For AM moped riders in Sweden, this lesson covers the critical penalties for speeding, including fines and demerit points (prickar). Understanding these consequences is essential for passing the theory test, riding legally, and maintaining your license. Adhering to speed limits is vital for road safety, legal compliance, and avoiding severe repercussions like license suspension or hefty fines. This knowledge ensures you can ride responsibly and make informed decisions to protect yourself and others.
Get answers to common questions about the Speed Limits and Safe Following Distances unit and how it fits within the Swedish Moped Theory AM curriculum. Learn how long the unit takes, how the lessons are structured, and how this unit supports your preparation for the driving theory exam in Sweden.
The Speed Limits and Safe Following Distances unit stands out because it teaches essential topics in a way that is simple, clear, and focused on exam success. All content is aligned with real requirements in Sweden and designed to help learners build practical understanding, not just memorise facts. Whether you are revising or learning the material for the first time, this unit provides reliable guidance that supports measurable progress inside the Swedish Moped Theory AM curriculum.
Discover additional units that form the complete Swedish Moped Theory AM curriculum. These units cover a wide range of essential topics that help learners in Sweden strengthen their understanding of road rules, traffic behaviour, and exam relevant theory. Exploring the other units gives you a broader view of the full learning path and helps you continue your progress with confidence.
This unit introduces the essential legal requirements, vehicle types, and application steps for obtaining a Swedish Category AM moped license. Prepare for your theory exam by understanding the basics of moped classification and the licensing process.
5 lessons
Learn to decipher all Swedish road signs—regulatory, warning, and informational—essential for moped riders. Master sign meanings to ensure safe riding and pass your AM theory exam.
5 lessons
Master Sweden's crucial right-of-way rules (Väjningsregler) for your AM moped theory test. Learn to navigate intersections, roundabouts, and yielding situations to ride safely and pass your exam.
5 lessons
Master essential moped handling for your AM license! Learn balance, steering, throttle, and brake control for safe cornering, stops, and slow-speed maneuvers. Crucial for theory and practical success.
5 lessons
Learn to position your AM moped effectively in your lane, use mirrors and head checks correctly, and ensure you are seen by others using proper lighting and signals. Essential for safe riding in Sweden.
5 lessons
Learn to safely handle your moped in Sweden's challenging weather and light conditions, including rain, ice, fog, and darkness. Essential for passing your AM theory test and riding safely year-round.
5 lessons
Learn the crucial Swedish rules and safety benefits of wearing helmets and protective gear on your moped. Essential knowledge for passing your AM theory test and riding safely.
5 lessons
Learn to safely interact with cars, cyclists, pedestrians, and more on Swedish roads. Essential for your AM moped theory exam and confident riding.
5 lessons
Understand Swedish road markings, special lanes (bus/cycle), and specific moped parking rules. Essential for safe riding and passing your AM theory test.
5 lessons
Learn critical legal responsibilities for AM moped riders in Sweden, including zero tolerance for alcohol/drugs, required documentation, insurance, and the demerit points system for safe, lawful riding.
5 lessons
Master accident response, legal reporting (Polisanmälan), and essential moped checks (Däck, Bromsar) for your Swedish AM license theory test. Be prepared for emergencies and ensure vehicle safety.
5 lessonsStart studying the Speed Limits and Safe Following Distances unit and continue your progress in the Swedish Moped Theory AM curriculum. With structured lessons, real examples, and clear explanations, this unit helps you study confidently and prepare effectively for the Swedish driving theory exam in Sweden.