Motorcycle · Lane position
Rain begins to fall partway through your ride. Where is it generally best to position your motorcycle?
Correct answer: In the tire tracks that cars have left.
Answer options
- AAlong the middle of the lane
- BIn the tire tracks that cars have left Correct
- CParked on the roadside until the rain is over
Why
Oil dripped by cars builds up along the middle of each lane, and when rain first wets it, that strip becomes one of the slickest parts of the road. The strips where car tires run usually carry less oil and water, so they offer better grip.
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Topic: Lane position License: Motorcycle
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