When passing another vehicle on a multi-lane road, which side is generally safer for motorcycles?

When passing another vehicle on a multi-lane road, which side is generally safer for motorcycles?

• A. The right side, as long as you signal.
• B. The left side, when safe, to avoid moving into other rider's close spaces.
• C. The center lane.
• D. It doesn't matter which side you pass on.

Answer: (B)

When you’re passing another vehicle on a multi‑lane road, your goal is to stay in clear space and be easily seen. Passing on the left is generally safer for a motorcycle because you’re in the driver’s line of sight, you avoid moving into the other rider’s right‑side blind spots, and you have a clearer path to re‑enter your lane after you’ve passed. Move into the left lane only when it’s clear, signal, check mirrors and blind spots, and complete the pass promptly, then return to your lane as soon as you can see the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror. Passing on the right can put you in the other driver’s blind spots and increase the chance of being squeezed or surprised by lane changes, while the center lane isn’t typically used for passing.

When you’re passing another vehicle on a multi‑lane road, your goal is to stay in clear space and be easily seen. Passing on the left is generally safer for a motorcycle because you’re in the driver’s line of sight, you avoid moving into the other rider’s right‑side blind spots, and you have a clearer path to re‑enter your lane after you’ve passed. Move into the left lane only when it’s clear, signal, check mirrors and blind spots, and complete the pass promptly, then return to your lane as soon as you can see the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror. Passing on the right can put you in the other driver’s blind spots and increase the chance of being squeezed or surprised by lane changes, while the center lane isn’t typically used for passing.