What does 'lane splitting' mean for motorcyclists?
Riding between two lanes of stopped or slow-moving traffic
Dividing a lane with another motorcycle
Riding in the center of a lane
Passing a vehicle on the right side
Lane splitting means riding between lanes of stopped or slow-moving traffic. It is legal in some states (like California) but illegal in others. Always check the laws of the state you are riding in before lane splitting.
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