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title: "Double Bend First Right Meaning | UK Road Signs | Fast Track"
url: https://fasttrackdrivinglessons.co.uk/theory/road-signs/double-bend-first-right
description: "Understand the double bend first to the right warning sign and essential driving techniques for consecutive turns."
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# Double bend first to the right — UK road sign

This sign warns drivers of a series of double bends beginning with a curve to the right.

Image: Double bend first to the right — red, white and black triangle UK road sign (https://fasttrackdrivinglessons.co.uk/signs/double-bend-first-right.svg)

The double bend first to the right warning sign informs motorists of two closely linked bends, the first bending right.

Proper preparation is critical so that your vehicle enters the second opposing curve cleanly without crossing road centre lines.

## What this sign means

The sign warns that after an upcoming right-hand turn, the road immediately curves in the opposite direction.

- Triangular red warning sign
- Black winding symbol starting with a right bend
- Alerts drivers to sudden changes in direction

## What to do when you see it

Check your mirrors, brake smoothly on approach, and choose a speed suitable for both curves.

- Keep left on the first right bend to clear oncoming traffic
- Hold a consistent, moderate speed across the full complex
- Watch for hidden hazards like cyclists or slow agricultural machinery

## How this sign is tested

DVSA theory exams test your ability to read the sign correctly and identify which direction the initial curve leads.

## Common mistakes

Mistaking the direction of the first turn or speeding up mid-sequence before clearing the second curve.

## Test yourself on this one

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## Frequently asked questions

How do I know which direction the first bend goes?

Look at the bottom of the black arrow on the sign; it points right first.

What should I do if a large vehicle is approaching from the opposite direction?

Hold back and reduce speed, as long vehicles may need to swing wide through double bends.

Will there always be advisory speed plates with this sign?

Not always, but supplementary plates may indicate distance or maximum advised speeds.

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