Lane splitting

[rider12345]

Hi everyone , can anyone guide me about lane splitting here ?

[duo]

Hi everyone , can anyone guide me about lane splitting here ?

Go at your own pace. If a faster rider is coming up fast from behind then move aside and let the rider pass.

[rider12345]

Go at your own pace. If a faster rider is coming up fast from behind then move aside and let the rider pass.

 

But how about when it comes to merging lane ?

[duo]

But how about when it comes to merging lane ?

Do whatever the centre you were from taught you.

[kaiq]

Don't do lane splitting everywhere. The only time I can think of doing a lane splitting is inside a jam or the traffic is very slow or at a halt.

 

Use common sense. Ride at a safe speed when lane splitting. Safe speed means you will have time to react when somebody suddenly do "stunts" in front of you. Don't ride 100km/h when the car beside you is at 50km/h.

 

You also need to learn to anticipate whether the vehicle in front of you is going to suddenly lane change. There are tell-tale signs, like keeping close to one side of the lane, car suddenly slow down, etc.

 

In short, learn through experience.

[rider12345]

Alright thanks

[chriszzz]

It's all a tradeoff of time vs risk. If the traffic is already fast moving, there's really no need to lane split, since you won't be saving much time but will be taking some risks due to the speed and short reaction time. Just stay in lane.

 

But in a jam or slow moving traffic, lane split at a speed that is comfortable to you. If you are newble, the speed at which you land split will likely be low, around 50km/h. That's still fine, since the traffic around you is likely at a standstill or crawling at 20-30km/h. So you are still saving lots of time, and taking only a small risk.

 

When in doubt whether the space in front of you is big enough, it's OK to slow down even more and wait for the space to widen, or change back into a lane if space permits. Don't feel pressured if some other bikes are behind you. Just move aside and let them pass.

[rider12345]

Yup I know when traffic is at its normal condition , I always keep to the left lane . Just wanna ask for more guidance here only . Thanks everyone here for the help

[nsrboy]

don't lane split especially when it is raining.. safety come first.

[ghost04]

once done splitting always remember to get back into a lane proper once the jam or traffic is clear don continue riding in between the lanes

 

 

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[prettymussel]

always check ur mirrors to see if a queue is forming behind u.

 

don't hog the tiny lane, for heaven's sake.

[kaiq]

This is important. I always say don't be the "dragon head", forming a bloody long queue due to one bugger travelling happily at his slow speed. Also, dun assume others should overtake you and not you should move out of the lane and give way to behind. Most of the time it is safer and easier for the bugger to move out when there is a chance, rather than for many to cut out into a car's path and then cutting back in into the tiny lane.

 

 

always check ur mirrors to see if a queue is forming behind u.

 

don't hog the tiny lane, for heaven's sake.

[duo]

Also be observant of the other vehicles' front wheels. It will tell you if the vehicle is about to suddenly cut into the other lane or even into you.

[rider12345]

Normally this is the steps I will do . Firstly , I will signal either left or right to see if there are any bikes or is there any cars that have a faster speed .Secondly if it permits , I will check my blind spot and slowly move out to the split lane and split . Thirdly , i will be looking out for bikes which is tailgating and if either lanes have the space , I will signal and gradually move into the lane . As I'm not an expert here , if I see there's any of the bikes that is following too close , I will give way to them .

[SV650]

Do be careful of road markings (white paint on the roads). Can be slippery, especially when road is wet. nsrboy has mentioned that earlier.

 

Build your confidence and experience in lane splitting. Do also beware the possibility of other bikers in front doing a lane change and suddenly appear in front of you.

 

Learn to read the "body language" of other drivers / bikers. Vehicles that slowly moves to one side within the lane may be intending to do a lane change. Try to do some anticipation of other drivers / bikers and react accordingly.

 

Have fun!

[byte77]

When there is significant empty space at left or right car queue in front, beware the other side of car is going to change lane, can flash the high light in advance.

Standby the hand for front brakes to ready for emergency brake.

[tempest]

Do not be the first bike in the line when lane splitting. Let someone else scout ahead for you.

 

 

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