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According to the Highway Code, a motorcyclist approaching a multi-lane roundabout who intends to take an exit to the right is legally required to approach in the right-hand lane and is not permitted to remain in the left-hand lane.

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False. Motorcyclists are permitted to stay in the left-hand lane when travelling around a roundabout to turn right.
Under Highway Code Rule 187, road users must watch out for motorcyclists and cyclists who may keep to the left-hand lane even when they intend to continue all the way round to turn right. Other drivers must allow them space and not attempt to overtake or crowd them.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the standard lane positioning rule for roundabouts versus the allowances for vulnerable road users.
Standard car drivers generally use the right lane for right turns, but vulnerable road users have specific safety allowances under Rule 187.
Vulnerable road users face unique stability and visibility risks that require flexible positioning.
2
Evaluate whether motorcyclists are prohibited from using the left lane when turning right.
Motorcyclists are allowed to keep left to avoid being cut up by other traffic or to handle vehicle dynamics safely.
The Highway Code explicitly instructs drivers to watch for and give room to motorcyclists who keep to the left while turning right.

Key Concept

Motorcyclist roundabout positioning allowances under Highway Code Rule 187
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