Sharing the road with motorcycles

1. A car turning in front of one
2. A motorcycle following too closely
3. A motorcycle running a red light
4. A car braking too hard

Answer: A car turning in front of one

Most car/motorcycle crashes result from a car turning in front of a motorcycle, often because the driver didn't see it or misjudged its speed.

1. Motorcycles accelerate slower than cars
2. Motorcycle lights are dimmer by law
3. It looks closer and faster than it is
4. Its small size and single light give fewer cues

Answer: Its small size and single light give fewer cues

A motorcycle's smaller size and single light source make it harder to judge its distance and speed.

1. 2+ lanes, limit 55 mph or less, cycle 25 mph or less
2. Any stopped traffic, cycle 15 mph or less
3. 2+ lanes, limit 45 mph or less, cycle 15 mph or less
4. 2+ lanes, limit 45 mph or less, cycle 25 mph or less

Answer: 2+ lanes, limit 45 mph or less, cycle 15 mph or less

Lane filtering is allowed only when the street has at least 2 adjacent lanes, the posted limit does not exceed 45 mph, and the motorcycle does not exceed 15 mph.

1. To signal they are about to stop
2. To avoid oil, potholes or debris
3. Because they must weave for balance
4. To warn drivers behind them

Answer: To avoid oil, potholes or debris

Riders may shift within their lane to avoid hazards, prepare for a turn, or improve visibility, not necessarily to signal a turn.

1. They don't shut off automatically
2. They shut off automatically like a car's
3. They are required only at night
4. They flash faster than car signals

Answer: They don't shut off automatically

Motorcycle turn signals do not automatically shut off, so a signal may be left on by mistake after a turn.

1. True
2. False

Answer: True

Motorcycles need the full width of their lane; crowding into it is dangerous.