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Topic: Speed and distances · Nº 58 / 961

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Fuera de poblado, ¿qué separación lateral debe dejar el conductor de una motocicleta con respecto a los salientes de otra motocicleta a la que está adelantando?

Outside built-up areas, what lateral clearance must a motorcyclist leave from the protruding parts of another motorcycle they are overtaking?

  • AUna distancia no superior a 1,5 metros.A distance of no more than 1.5 metres.
  • B1,5 metros como mínimo.At least 1.5 metres.
  • CUna distancia proporcional a la velocidad de circulación.A distance in proportion to the driving speed.
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Correct answer

  • B1,5 metros como mínimo.At least 1.5 metres.
Explanation

Under Article 85.5 of the General Traffic Regulations, the driver of a two-wheeled vehicle overtaking any other vehicle outside built-up areas must leave a space of no less than 1.50 metres between the two, measured to their most protruding parts.

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