Page 19 - Final GA Motorcycle Operators Manual Updated June 2021

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SECTION : MOTORCYCLE RIDER LICENSING

Center Lines
These are used to separate traffic moving in opposite directions on paved roadways. Broken yellow lines
are used when there are only two lanes.

No Passing Lines
Single Lines
These single, solid yellow lines on two-lane roads indicate zones where passing is prohibited. They will
be located on the right of the broken yellow line when they apply to the lane in which you are traveling.
In some instances, both yellow lines will be solid, indicating it is not safe for passing in either direction.
Double White Lines
These are double white line (dashed or solid) pavement markings on roadways that indicate where vehicles
can or cannot cross to access the adjacent lane. When the double white lines are dashed, vehicles are al-
lowed to cross over to the adjacent lane. When the double white lines are solid, lane changes are prohibited.

Edge Lines
These are the solid white lines along the side of the pavement. They serve as safety guides, especially at
night when it is difficult to see the edge of the road. A yellow edge line may be used on the left side to warn
of narrow or raised medians.

Lane Lines
These are the white dashes that mark the individual lanes of travel on streets and highways having more
than one lane for traffic moving in the same direction.
When there are four or more lanes with traffic moving in opposite directions, two solid yellow lines mark
the center of the roadway. You may cross these lines only to make a left turn into or from an alley, private
road, driveway, or another street. When traveling on a multi-lane road, stay in the right lane except to pass
other vehicles traveling in the same direction.

Express Lanes
Express Lanes offer motorists the option to pay a toll to bypass congestion in certain areas on the interstate. All vehicles with no more than two
axles or up to six wheels can use Express Lanes if they have a registered Peach Pass. When the vehicle travels through the Express Lane, the toll
amount will automatically be deducted from the pre-established account. There are currently two sets of Express Lanes in Georgia.
The I-85 Express Lanes are HOT Lanes along I-85 North in Gwinnett County. They are open 24-hours per day. On the I-85 Express Lanes, reg-
istered transit, three or more person carpools, motorcycles, emergency vehicles, and Alternative Fuel Vehicles (AFV) with the proper AFV license
plate are allowed to use the lanes toll-free.
The I-75 South Metro Express Lanes are new, reversible lanes along 1-75 South in Henry and Clayton counties. Reversible lanes change direc-
tions during the day to provide additional travel options during peak travel periods. When the travel direction is being reversed, signs will show the
lanes are closed. On the I-75 South Metro Express Lanes, all vehicles, including motorcycles and electric vehicles, are required to pay a toll. Public
transit buses, registered vanpools and emergency response vehicles may use the lanes toll-free if they have a Peach Pass.

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