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What minimum following distance should you maintain behind the vehicle ahead under normal conditions?
- A.At least 2 seconds, and more in poor conditions
- B.Less than 1 second
- C.Exactly 10 seconds at all times
- D.No minimum if you are an experienced rider
Correct answer
A. At least 2 seconds, and more in poor conditions
Why
Maintain at least a 2-second following distance under normal conditions and increase it when roads are wet, visibility is poor, or traffic is unpredictable. The extra space gives you time to perceive, brake, or swerve.
Manual topic: NY Motorcycle Operator's Manual (MV-21MC) - Following Distance · From the New York Motorcycle Permit practice bank (NYM-033).