Revision question · Band 1 road procedure

It's very windy. What should you do if you're behind a motorcyclist who's overtaking a high-sided vehicle?

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Overtake the motorcyclist immediately

Keep well back

Stay level with the motorcyclist

Keep close to the motorcyclist

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Keep well backThis was the right answer

Motorcyclists, drivers of high-sided vehicles and those towing caravans are likely to have difficulty in windy weather. You should keep well back, as the motorcyclist could be blown off course - especially as they emerge from the shelter of the large vehicle.

Reviewed reading for this question

Rule 163Highway Code rule · Wind and a large vehicle’s shelter can move a rider sideways; wait or pass with extra clearance.Rule 232Highway Code rule · Wind and a large vehicle’s shelter can move a rider sideways; wait or pass with extra clearance.

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