Question 6049
What lateral separation are motorcycles required to leave when meeting other vehicles traveling in the opposite direction?
- Enough lateral clearance for the vehicles to pass each other safely and without danger.
- 1.5 meters at most.
- A minimum of 1.5 meters in all cases.
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Correct answer: Enough lateral clearance for the vehicles to pass each other safely and without danger.
When you meet an oncoming vehicle, such as the van in the image, there is no fixed minimum or maximum distance. On a motorcycle, you must leave enough lateral clearance to meet it safely. The 1.5-meter gap is required when a motorcycle passes another vehicle outside built-up areas.