57Chain guards

57 Chain guards (1) If the engine power of a motor bike is transmitted to the rear wheel by a chain, the driver and any passenger must be protected from the front sprocket and at least the upper part of the chain by: (a) the frame or equipment of the motor bike; or (b) a chain guard. (2) A chain guard must cover the chain to a point: (a) at least 300 millimetres to the rear of the rearmost foot rest; or (b) above the centre of the rear drive sprocket. Note This Part contains requirements for a vehicle that help to identify the vehicle and, if the vehicle is unusually long, to warn other motorists.

Motor Vehicles (Standards) Regulations 2003 – Australian Vehicle Standards Rules 26