Requirement · part of 6(A). Option A, Road Biking

6(A)(1). Take the road safety test

Optional May not apply

This may not apply to you. You have not answered "Requirement 6: road, or trail and mixed surface?" yet. Answer it and this step will either settle or drop off.

Five things demonstrated to your counselor, all of them in real traffic conditions.

What this is made of

6(A)(1)(a). Two ways to turn left
6(A)(1)(b). Turn right properly
6(A)(1)(c). A right-turn-only lane when you are going straight on
6(A)(1)(d). Curbside riding, and a row of parked cars
6(A)(1)(e). Cross railroad tracks properly

Where this step comes from

Cycling Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2026-06-10), Requirement 6(A)(1)