ISO 6727 specifies the symbols, i.e., conventional signs, used to identify certain controls, indicators and tell-tales on a motorcycle/moped and to facilitate their usage.
ISO 6727 also indicates the colors of possible optical tell-tales which warn the rider of the operation or malfunctioning of the related devices and equipment.
ISO 6727 is applicable to those controls, indicators and tell-tales, which, when used, are fitted on the instrument panel or in the immediate vicinity of the motorcycle/moped rider.
ISO 6727 on motorcycles and mopeds — symbols for controls, indicators and tell-tales is useful for:
Symbols are very important on a motorcycle and moped as they provide users with information about the vehicle and explain certain functions of the vehicle.
ISO 6727 gives guidelines regarding the colors of optical tell-tales which warn the rider of the operation or malfunctioning of the related devices and equipment. This will help in reducing accidents.
ISO 6727 show symbols in more than one color to convey a change in the operating condition.
What’s changed since the last update?
BS ISO 6727:2021 is the third edition that cancels and replaces the second edition (ISO 6727:2012), which has been technically revised.
The main changes compared to the previous edition are as follows:
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