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What does maintaining a space cushion around your motorcycle give you?
- A.Time and room to respond to hazards and an escape path
- B.Permission to ignore traffic behind you
- C.A reason to ride faster than traffic
- D.Protection that makes protective gear unnecessary
Correct answer
A. Time and room to respond to hazards and an escape path
Why
Space ahead, behind, and to the sides is your safety margin. It gives you time to use S.E.E. and a place to go when another driver makes a mistake.
Manual topic: MSF Rider Handbook (FLHSMV) - Ride Within Your Abilities · From the Florida Motorcycle Permit practice bank (FLM-037).