Topic: Speed and distances · Nº 442 / 961
¿Qué separación lateral deberá mantener una motocicleta al adelantar a un turismo circulando fuera de poblado?
What sideways gap must a motorcycle keep when overtaking a car outside built-up areas?
- A1,5 metros como mínimo.At least 1.5 metres.
- BUna separación proporcional a la velocidad y características de la vía.A gap in proportion to the speed and to the features of the road.
- CLa que crea conveniente.Whatever it considers appropriate.
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- A1,5 metros como mínimo.At least 1.5 metres.
Explanation
Under Article 85.5 of the General Traffic Regulations (RGC), the rider 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 their vehicle and the parts of the overtaken vehicle that stick out most.
The rule · Real Decreto 1428/2003, de 21 de noviembre, Reglamento General de Circulación (RGC) · art. 85.5
lo hará de forma que entre aquél y las partes más salientes del vehículo que adelanta quede un espacio no inferior a 1,50 metrosRead the full rule
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