When following motorcycles, drivers should:
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Reduce the minimum following distance.
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Keep more space in front of their vehicle.
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Keep less space in front of their vehicle.
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Try to pass them as they have different braking capabilities than other motor vehicles.
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Explanation
When traveling behind motorcycles, drivers should always increase their following distance. Motorcycles can come to a stop more abruptly than vehicles. Motorcyclists may fall, especially on wet or gravel roads, or metal surfaces such as bridges. You will need extra stopping/steering distance to avoid hitting the rider if they brake suddenly or fall off the motorcycle.
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