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Following distance behind a vehicle - max - 06-08-2022
This has only happened once but it made me think.
As i was following slow traffic i kept my usual generous distance, this was a good thing because i could just see a bunch of nails spread out in front of me that had fallen off a vehicle
and had just enough time to swerve around them, parked the bike, inspected the tires and went back to pick the nails up.There were about 50 of them and 3 inches long they could have produced more holes than i was able to fix on the road side.
So i just managed to avoid them thanks to the distance behind the car in front of me, i do keep a close watch on the traffic around me and adapt the distance so traffic can see me but don't leave enough room to merge in front of me, it's a balancing act.
This drive style does take practice in the beginning but after a year or so it becomes second nature and constantly checking mirrors becomes as easy as shifting gears, just a quick peek in the mirror, checking the picture in my mind afterwards whilst watching the traffic ahead again.
I adopted this style after reading forums, watching video's and thinking what improvements i could make to avoid scratches on the bike and worse.
Also avoid suspect bits of road which could have loose gravel, oil, diesel, water, potholes etc.
Don't inspect the road with your tires, let someone else do it instead, just avoid these things that don't look right, just an idea....
RE: Following distance behind a vehicle - Cormanus - 06-08-2022
Good idea indeed, Max.
RE: Following distance behind a vehicle - Bazbro_imp - 06-08-2022
An excellent post, Max, and is the basis of "Advanced Driving" here in the UK. A real-life situation, where 'looking ahead' saved you.
This video is just one of dozens on the internet. He is an "Advanced" motorcyclist, but I suspect he may be (ex-?) Police, simply because of the commentary he gives while riding - a feature of Police Advanced Driving/Riding.
Great post, thanks, Max.
RE: Following distance behind a vehicle - Cormanus - 06-08-2022
Video, Bazbro?
RE: Following distance behind a vehicle - GoldOxide_imp - 06-08-2022
Good outcome max.
Proper riding road strategy is insurance.
RE: Following distance behind a vehicle - Bazbro_imp - 06-08-2022
(06-08-2022, 09:33 PM)Cormanus_imp Wrote: Video, Bazbro?
Sorr-eee... !
https://youtu.be/pNws_p_Sws4
Lots more on YouTube. Search "Advanced riding".
RE: Following distance behind a vehicle - Tev62 - 06-09-2022
The "two second rule" would be quite well known practice in motorcycling training circles here in Ireland and the UK. It is obvious in its operation, stay at least two seconds behing any vehicle in front. Apart from spotting debris on the road earlier as Max points out it also ensures you don't get hidden from oncoming traffic by the car in front.
RE: Following distance behind a vehicle - j3gq_imp - 06-09-2022
I think I do the same, almost always when conditions allow it. But the gentle reminders by max and tev are certainly more than welcome!
At my age glasses are a must. After I learned that just distance glasses or vario-focals don’t do the job well to let you see sharp everything from a mile out to 3 yards ahead (bi-focals and various typically work for long distance and reading), I have recently purchased special sunglasses which cover my needs for long distance and are ultra sharp for the range between 2m to 10m out. Of course these glasses depend on your eyes and eyesight, but think about it, 20/20 at arms length is not what you need on the bike. Cost: 140
RE: Following distance behind a vehicle - Django - 06-09-2022
Proper distance is the crush zone of a motorcycle.
RE: Following distance behind a vehicle - j3gq_imp - 06-09-2022
crumple zone ?