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What minimum following distance should a rider normally keep behind the vehicle ahead?
- A.At least a two-second gap under good conditions
- B.Less than one second in city traffic
- C.Exactly one motorcycle length at all speeds
- D.Whatever distance the car behind you allows
Correct answer
A. At least a two-second gap under good conditions
Why
A two-second following distance under good conditions gives time to perceive a hazard and stop or swerve. Increase that gap at night, in rain, or behind vehicles that block your view.
Manual topic: MSF Rider Handbook (FLHSMV) - Ride Within Your Abilities · From the Florida Motorcycle Permit practice bank (FLM-033).