Topic: Speed and distances · Nº 793 / 961
Si conduce una motocicleta, ¿qué separación lateral debe mantener al cruzarse con otro vehículo?
If you are riding a motorcycle, what lateral clearance must you keep when passing an oncoming vehicle?
- ALa necesaria para realizar el cruce con seguridad.The clearance needed to pass it safely.
- BUna distancia menor de 1,50 metros fuera de poblado.A distance of less than 1.50 metres outside built-up areas.
- CUna distancia máxima de 1,50 metros en poblado.A maximum distance of 1.50 metres in built-up areas.
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Correct answer
- ALa necesaria para realizar el cruce con seguridad.The clearance needed to pass it safely.
Explanation
When passing an oncoming vehicle you must leave the lateral clearance needed to do it safely, depending on the width of the road and the speed. The minimum distance of 1.5 metres is required when overtaking cyclists and other vulnerable road users, not when passing oncoming vehicles.
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