Traffic Rider is a first-person motorcycle racing game with 34 bikes, more than 90 Career missions, Endless, Time Trial, and Free Ride modes. Higher speed increases rewards, while overtaking above 100 km/h can provide bonus points and extra time. Clean risk management is the key to progress.
Controls
- Up/Down arrows: Throttle and brake
- Left/Right arrows: Steer
- H: Horn; Y: Wheelie
- T/U: Look left/right
- R/F: Gear up/down
- P or F1: Pause
Controls can be changed in the settings menu.
Look Far Ahead
Focus beyond the nearest vehicle. Identify lanes that remain open and watch for cars partly hidden behind trucks. At high speed, steer early with small inputs; abrupt movement creates more danger than the traffic itself.
Overtake Above 100 km/h
Fast, close passes provide greater rewards and may add time in relevant modes. Approach near the side of a vehicle, but leave enough space for unexpected movement. In two-way traffic, use the opposing lane only when the return gap is already visible.
Choose Upgrades for the Mission
Top speed helps open-road targets, acceleration recovers after braking, and handling improves dense-traffic missions. Upgrade the bike you use regularly before buying several underpowered alternatives. Save currency when a later mission requires a stronger bike or specific performance rating.
Mode Strategy
Career missions have defined goals, so read them before starting. Endless rewards survival and score growth. Time Trial prioritizes bonus time and clean overtakes. Free Ride is useful for learning a bike’s steering and manual gears without mission pressure.
Weather and Visibility
Rain, night, and environmental changes reduce reaction time. Lower speed slightly until you recognize silhouettes and lane patterns. Use the horn as an awareness tool, but never assume traffic will create a safe path automatically.
Common Mistakes
- Looking only at the closest car
- Entering the opposite lane without a return gap
- Buying bikes before improving a useful current model
- Attempting wheelies in dense traffic
- Ignoring the mission objective
- Maintaining maximum speed when visibility is poor
FAQ
Is Traffic Rider multiplayer?
No. The CrazyGames version is a single-player motorcycle game.
How many bikes are available?
The game lists 34 motorcycles.
How do I earn bonus points and time?
Make close overtakes at speeds above 100 km/h while avoiding collisions.
Which mode is best for practice?
Free Ride is useful for learning controls, while Endless develops traffic-reading consistency.
Final Advice
Ride fast only when you can see a route through the traffic. Plan the next two gaps, brake before a lane closes, and upgrade for the demands of your current Career missions.