Passing Zones

racedoll · 10-11-2010, 10:11 PM

This is kind of cage related but also bike related, so mods move as you see fit.

On my way to my race (5K) Saturday I realized there are less places to pass on this one particular road because when we take the bikes down this road, there seem to be more.

I got behind some slower cars, thought to myself I can pass up here... yeah, no I can't. No passing zone...

Anyone ever have the same experience? It was very frustrating to say the least.

derf · 10-11-2010, 10:19 PM

Yes, pass as needed, passing zones are made for the slowest common denominator, aka, a very very slow car. Just be prepared when crossing the double yellow to pay the fine if you get cought and I dont want to hear if you get killed.

Particle Man · 10-11-2010, 10:44 PM

Some are there for a reason. Many are not. Ymmv

Switch · 10-11-2010, 10:46 PM

I pay no attention to the yellow lines. If the move is there, I take it.

101lifts2 · 10-12-2010, 02:08 AM

I usually pass right on the double yellow or even between the cars going in opposite directions on the double yellow. This way you cannot get tagged passing in the opposite lane.

racedoll · 10-12-2010, 01:40 PM

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Originally Posted by derf

Yes, pass as needed, passing zones are made for the slowest common denominator, aka, a very very slow car. Just be prepared when crossing the double yellow to pay the fine if you get cought and I dont want to hear if you get killed.

I guess I should have been a little more clear. Some of the LEGAL passing zones on this road are pretty short, especially when in a car. But when on the bike they seem to be much longer, therefore it seems like there are more.

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Originally Posted by 101lifts2

I usually pass right on the double yellow or even between the cars going in opposite directions on the double yellow. This way you cannot get tagged passing in the opposite lane.

I could never do that here. I would be too afraid the douche bag I'm passing would drift over into me.

derf · 10-12-2010, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by racedoll

I guess I should have been a little more clear. Some of the LEGAL passing zones on this road are pretty short, especially when in a car. But when on the bike they seem to be much longer, therefore it seems like there are more.

you are also on a much smaller, lighter vehicle with a pretty crazy power to weight ratio, especially compared to a car

pass legal or not, doesn't matter too much to me, just don't complain if it doesnt work out

Dave · 10-12-2010, 02:15 PM

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Originally Posted by derf

you are also on a much smaller, lighter vehicle with a pretty crazy power to weight ratio, especially compared to a car

pass legal or not, doesn't matter too much to me, just don't complain if it doesnt work out

If I'm in a group ill bust a yellow. Won't if I'm on my own

101lifts2 · 10-12-2010, 04:09 PM

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Originally Posted by racedoll

....I could never do that here. I would be too afraid the douche bag I'm passing would drift over into me.

Then you just drift over the other way.

The cops here look for double yellow violators...so if you ride the line or stay in the lane while passing you are safe.

Trip · 10-12-2010, 04:23 PM

shitville man!

10-11-2010, 10:11 PM	#1
racedoll AMA Supersport Join Date: Nov 2008 Moto: '04 Kawasaki ZX6RR Posts: 3,392	Passing Zones This is kind of cage related but also bike related, so mods move as you see fit. On my way to my race (5K) Saturday I realized there are less places to pass on this one particular road because when we take the bikes down this road, there seem to be more. I got behind some slower cars, thought to myself I can pass up here... yeah, no I can't. No passing zone... Anyone ever have the same experience? It was very frustrating to say the least.

10-11-2010, 10:19 PM	#2
derf token jewboy Join Date: Nov 2008 Moto: CBR 900, KLR ugly ass duckling, Gas Man Posts: 10,799	Yes, pass as needed, passing zones are made for the slowest common denominator, aka, a very very slow car. Just be prepared when crossing the double yellow to pay the fine if you get cought and I dont want to hear if you get killed. __________________

10-11-2010, 10:46 PM	#4
Switch dadbod Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: East TN Posts: 1,215	I pay no attention to the yellow lines. If the move is there, I take it. __________________ It's fine.

10-12-2010, 02:08 AM	#5
101lifts2 WSB Champion Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Anaheim, CA Moto: 2009 Kawi ZX6R Posts: 5,570	I usually pass right on the double yellow or even between the cars going in opposite directions on the double yellow. This way you cannot get tagged passing in the opposite lane. __________________ Train Hard Ron Paul - 2012 Mark of Excellence GM

10-11-2010, 10:44 PM	#3
Particle Man Custom User Title Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Central NY Moto: 2003 SV650S Posts: 14,959	Some are there for a reason. Many are not. Ymmv

10-12-2010, 04:23 PM	#10
Trip Hold mah beer! Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: 80 Miles South of Moto Heaven Moto: 08 R1200GS Posts: 23,268	shitville man!