Motorcycle · Lane position
Which habit does the most to lower a motorcyclist's chances of being in a crash?
Correct answer: Keeping plenty of open space around the bike.
Answer options
- ARiding much slower than the surrounding traffic
- BKeeping plenty of open space around the bike Correct
- CRiding directly on top of the center line
Why
Open space on every side gives a rider time to notice a hazard and room to brake or swerve around it. Creeping along far below traffic speed or riding on the center line actually brings you into more conflicts with other vehicles.
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Topic: Lane position License: Motorcycle
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