To pass a bicyclist in a narrow traffic lane when an oncoming vehicle is approaching:
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Slow down and let the vehicle pass before passing the bicyclist.
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Pass the bicyclist, then sound your horn.
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Sound your horn, then pass the bicyclist.
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Wait until the bicyclist rides off the roadway.
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Explanation
The best way to pass a bicyclist in a narrow traffic lane when an oncoming vehicle is approaching is to slow down and let the oncoming vehicle pass first. Then, when it is safe, move to the left to give the bicyclist plenty of room (at least 3 feet) when passing.
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