Overtaking etiquette

**Berries** · 18th March 2010, 23:43

Originally Posted by Conquiztador

But at the same time there is this unwritten rule that you dont just swish past someone who is doing all the law requires him to do.

Dagnabit. Where can I find a list of all these unwritten rules ? This is a new one to me.

I follow Headbangers advice, if going past a line of traffic I'll just keep going. If they wanted to overtake they would have taken the same opportunity. Like cars though, always ready for the unexpected swerve without looking behind them.

**Sable** · 19th March 2010, 00:31

When I was a noob if someone faster passed me I'd tail them. Could keep up with anything acceleration wise up to the 80k mark so it was a bit of fun.

**Usarka** · 19th March 2010, 07:40

Don't scare n00bs? I don't get it - you've just put the shits up 63 car drivers and now everyones suddenly worried about upsetting people??

Crazy talk.

**Eyegasm** · 19th March 2010, 07:40

Was lane splitting and came up to a bike in the left hand lane, I continued at the pace I was going
which was about 20-25km faster than traffic ample room, then the noggin goes to split without indicating or headcheck, lil toot of the horn made him realise I was there.

Funny thing is he had the audacity to follow me and when I parked up he berated me for being a learner
and splitting. I replied with "At least I check my mirrors and indicate before changing lanes"

He kind of shut up after that.

I will overtake anything that is going at the same pace as those I am overtaking.

**Headbanger** · 19th March 2010, 08:07

Just the other day I pulled out and passed a group of other bikes while they were in the process of passing me.

Bet they didn't expect that.

**Okey Dokey** · 19th March 2010, 10:29

I hope a faster rider would always feel comfortable overtaking me on my bike. I try to be aware and move to the left when one comes up behind me, and also to hold my pace steady. Although I have a fast sportsbike, I generally don't ride it flat out on the road. I'm happy for others to ride more quickly, as long as they aren't endangering me; I don't see why being overtaken is a problem.

**Ragingrob** · 19th March 2010, 10:43

Originally Posted by 325rocket

good question. i always feel a bit weird passing other bikes, especially if there is a bit of pace going on, not a lot but a comfortable rhythm.

then theres this

i always take more care when passing new riders. i remember being scared shitless by faster riders blowing past me when i was on my 2 fiddy.
its not hard to let someone see you before you pass them.

Yep especially with any louder exhaust too, I've physically jumped in my seat outta surprise when some bikes have zipped past me.

**spajohn** · 19th March 2010, 11:24

Don't see why overtaking slower bikes should be taboo...def check that they are not just in between passes, even if they should check before pulling out doesn't mean they will. As for those times that I've slowed down and someone else passes me I usually take it as chance to follow someone else and practice some riding skills...why be offended?

**been_there** · 19th March 2010, 12:46

I overtook a scooter (125cc?) the other day (no different to anyother day), but then let them pass me at 65ish km/h because...........

I saw the law and I won....ha ha ha

**R-Soul** · 19th March 2010, 15:05

Originally Posted by Headbanger

If they aren't in the habit of checking their mirrors before swerving out of their lane then there will be serious repercussions no matter what action is taken by other road users to compensate for their lack of awesomeness.

Personally I don't agree with swooping in behind a bike while doing a pass just to try and get their attention via their mirror, If you are passing a block of traffic then stay with the game-plan and pass the fuckers, No need to change trajectory mid-maneuver just because there is another bike on the road.

Just my 2 cents.

Put the hammer down.

Having said that, I play the game as she rolls on the day.

I didn't say swoop in behind them - but I do slow down enough so that if they do start moving over, I can slow down in time. The idea of doing a 80km/hr stoppie in rush hour traffic over Harbour bridge does not appeal.
But like you say each situation is different

**Ferkletastic** · 19th March 2010, 15:13

I'll usually nip in behind em just to make sure they've seen me, more for my sake than theirs to be honest.

**Blackshear** · 19th March 2010, 15:34

Act like I'm a land freighter with no brakes.
Honkity honk, out mah waaayz.

**Toaster** · 19th March 2010, 17:05

The obviously common sense option (and most voted) wouldn't take too many wits to be able to work out.... mind you there are those that are unarmed in that regard.

**Toaster** · 19th March 2010, 17:10

Originally Posted by Eyegasm

Was lane splitting and came up to a bike .....

....Funny thing is he had the audacity to follow me and when I parked up he berated me for being a learner
and splitting...

Yeah and his point was?? Most L Platers lane-split just as well as any non L Plate rider. Lack of the Yellow L doesn't necessarilly mean a thing when it comes to better skill, especially when it comes to the generally low speed act of splittling. Simple common sense and observing good technique of others is enough. Only take a couple of runs and a bit of thought to achieve that!