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Why does night riding require a larger following distance than daytime riding?
- A.Motorcycles are legally faster at night
- B.Reduced visibility gives you less time to identify and react to hazards
- C.Other drivers are required to move over at night
- D.Your brakes work better after dark
Correct answer
B. Reduced visibility gives you less time to identify and react to hazards
Why
Darkness hides surface hazards, debris, and animals until they are much closer. Extra following distance restores the reaction time that limited vision takes away.
Manual topic: MSF Rider Handbook (FLHSMV) - Ride Within Your Abilities · From the Florida Motorcycle Permit practice bank (FLM-050).