Keeping a cushion of space around your motorcycle:

Question

Your first and best protection from any kind of hazard is simply to keep your distance. Maintaining a cushion of space on all sides of your motorcycle will give you time and space to maneuver around any danger that arises.

Accepted Answer

Allows you time and space to react to hazards.

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Is only necessary for beginning motorcyclists.

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Allows you to weave through traffic when you need to.

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Makes you vulnerable.