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How much room should you ideally allow when passing a cyclist?
✓ ANSWER
At least 1.5 metres between your vehicle and the cyclist
The Road Code recommends giving cyclists at least 1.5 metres of space when passing.
All the options
- ✓At least 1.5 metres between your vehicle and the cyclist
- ✗Half a metre is enough at low speed
- ✗Enough that your mirror just clears them
- ✗No particular gap - cyclists must keep out of your way
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