Rule 233 ↗
In very windy weather your vehicle may be affected by turbulence created by large vehicles. Motorcyclists are particularly affected, so keep well back from them when they are overtaking a high-sided vehicle.
Windy Weather Safety : Protecting Motorcyclists from Vehicle Turbulence
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Windy Weather Safety : Protecting Motorcyclists from Vehicle Turbulence
Vehicle - Generated Turbulence
Large vehicles displace a massive volume of air , creating a wake of turbulence intensified during windy weather .
High - Sided Vehicle Impact
Trucks , lorries , and buses create the strongest air disturbances , pushing or pulling smaller vehicles off their intended path .
The Vulnerability : Motorcyclists at Risk
The Solution : Safe Driving Adjustments
Increase Your Following Distance
When you see a motorcyclist near a large vehicle in windy conditions , drop back further than you normally would .
Motorcyclists are Particularly Affected
Due to their size and design , motorcyclists are much more susceptible to being destabilized by sudden gusts or vehicle wakes .
The Overtaking Danger Zone
The risk of a crash peaks when a motorcyclist attempts to overtake a high - sided vehicle and is hit by a sudden burst of turbulent air .
Give Them Room to Maneuver
Keeping well back provides the motorcyclist with a safety buffer in case they are buffered by the wind and need to adjust their lane position .