Singapore Traffic Laws… Part 2
Another important FAQ that many bikers will wanna know.
Actually, it’s close to the rules for cars as well… it’s the tinting.
But dunno why now a dayz, many cars seems to have really really dark windows?? A VIP perhaps?
Also why are VIPs allowed to have such dark windows on their cars anyway? Did they need to apply for "special" lisences for that? Or are they "excused"???
Anyway, here are some details on Visor tint rules for SG.
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| Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Visor Legislation |
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Do
I have to wear a clear tint visor at night? / Can I continue to wear my
tinted visor at night if it’s within the regulations?
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You can use any helmet with visor of at least 70% light transmittance at any time.
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| 2. |
How about coloured tints? Or full face helmets?
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Coloured
tinted visors are fine if they meet the 70% light transmittance. Full
face helmets must also meet the requirements. However visors with
reflective surfaces are not allowed.
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| 3. |
Does the change in law mean I have to buy a new helmet or change my visor?
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No, you can continue to use your current helmet, if it meets the requirement of having at least 70% light transmittance.
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| 4. |
I just bought a new helmet with some tint; how do I know if the visor is within the law regulations?
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You may check with the retailer whom you bought the helmet from. All retailers must also comply with the law.
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| 5. |
Can I get a refund if the helmet I bought is not within the regulations?
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You
would have to check with the shop that sold the helmet. Nonetheless, it
is an offence for the retailer to sell any helmet that is unapproved.
You may provide the particulars of the retailer to Traffic Police for
investigation pertaining to the sale of unapproved helmets.
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| 6. |
Is
TP checking the suppliers to ensure that the helmets they bring in, and
which we subsequently buy, are within the law regulations?
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TP
will conduct spot checks on the retailers if information is received of
an illegal sale. Any retailer found flouting the law would be charged
in court.
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| 7. |
Does the officer have to bring my helmet to LTA inspection centre if my visor is suspected of flouting the new rule?
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No, the officer will be able to determine on the spot the light transmittance of the visor using a tint meter.
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| 8. |
Who are the stakeholders TP had discussions with on the review?
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A
Working Group comprising stakeholders, specific users and interest
groups1 was set up in February 2003 to review the requirements for the
motorcycle visors. There was also a public consultation on the revised
requirements for the visor and eventual approval by the General
Engineering and Safety Standards Committee (GESSC) to amend the
SS9:1992.
1 Stakeholders - The Working Group
was chaired by Prof Chin Hoong Chor of NUS. SPRING; Traffic Police
Department, Criminal Investigation Department, Operations Department;
Land Transport Authority; specific users such as Storm Riders and
Harley Owners Group; interest groups - National Safety Council,
Automobile Association of Singapore, Singapore Motor Cycle Trade
Association, Ministry of Health, Singapore Safety Driving Centre,
Comfort Driving Centre and Bukit Batok Driving Centre, NUS and the
Ergonomics Society of Singapore.
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| 9. |
Would it be safe for the riders and other road users? Or when they wear them at night?
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The
lifting of the ban on tinted visors was decided after a lengthy review
process which determined that the 70% light transmittance for visors is
safe for both day and night riding and will not impede the riders’
views thereby posing danger to other road users.
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| 10. |
Can I wear sunglasses while wearing an approved version of the tinted visor?
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Sunglasses
worn together with the approved visor is ok. This is also the current
position for motorcyclists as well as for motorcar drivers. In
situations where it’s dark/dimly lit, riders are expected to remove the
sunglasses. The standard for the new visor is deemed clear enough for
universal (including night) use.
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