A 2-minute lesson from the South Carolina course. Read the rules and examples, follow the handbook page references, and check your understanding before you move on.
Motorcyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as other drivers, but they're harder to see and more exposed to road hazards. Give them room and time.
Know the rule
Allow a motorcyclist a full lane width. Don't share the lane; the rider needs space to react to traffic.
Don't assume a motorcycle is turning because its signal is flashing. Motorcycle signals may not self-cancel. Wait until you're sure the rider is turning.
An oncoming motorcycle has its right signal flashing as you wait to turn left. Don't go yet. The signal may just not have cancelled. Wait until the rider actually starts turning or passes.
Check your understanding
Read the question, decide on an answer, then open it to check the explanation. These are Roadwise study questions based on the source handbook.
When sharing the road with a motorcycle, you should:
Give it a full lane; never share it
Share the lane if there is room
Share the lane if the rider allows
Pass within the same lane if slow
Answer: Give it a full lane; never share it
Allow a motorcyclist a full lane width; do not share the lane.