Revision question · Band 1 road procedure

What should you do when it's windy and you overtake a motorcyclist?

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Overtake slowly

Pass close to shield the rider

Sound your horn

Allow extra room

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Allow extra roomThis was the right answer

You need to allow extra room in case the side wind blows the rider across the lane and into your path. Additionally, the draught from your vehicle could further buffet and unbalance the rider.

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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