Revision question · Safety margins

What does the saying 'only a fool breaks the two-second rule' refer to?

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The time recommended when using the choke

The time gap when following another vehicle in good conditions

The time you should allow to restart a stalled engine

The time you should keep your foot down at a junction

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The time gap when following another vehicle in good conditionsThis was the right answer

It's very important that you always leave a safe gap between your motorcycle and any vehicle you’re following. In good conditions, you need to leave a two-second time interval.

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Rule 126Highway Code rule · The two-second rule is a minimum following interval in good conditions, increased for poor conditions.

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