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Why should you ride with dipped headlights on in the daytime?

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They help other road users to see you

They mean that you can ride faster

Other vehicles will get out of the way

So that they’re already on when it gets dark

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They help other road users to see youThis was the right answer

Making yourself as visible as possible is a positive step towards defensive riding. Having your headlights on, even in good daylight, makes it easier for other road users to see you approaching.

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Rule 86Highway Code rule · Dipped headlights can help others detect the motorcycle in daylight.

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