Allow motorcycles plenty of room: The road rules require motorists to provide the same right-of-way and clearance to a motorcycle as they would a larger vehicle. Motorcycles need a full lane to ride safely. They may need to use all of their lane to avoid road surface hazards. Do not drive in the same lane as a motorcycle - it is illegal and unsafe. Allow motorcycles as much space as a car (if they are in front of you) when overtaking them and going back into your own lane. Be aware that motorcycles an also reduce speed quickly to react to hazards. You should therefore be alert to sudden changes in speed and drive at a safe distance. Legally drivers are required to allow at least a 2-3 sec gap when behind a bike. Anticipate the hazards that a motorcyclist may face - such as flying debris, oil slicks, poor road conditions - and predict how the motorcyclist may react to them. Remember, an accident that may only scratch the paintwork on your car could land you with a manslaughter charge.

Don't try to share a lane with a motorcycle: Sure, riders may lane-split past you and sure, a rider may pass you on the left or right without allowing much clearance - but they choose to take that risk. It's a different story if you impose such a risk on a motorcyclist by squeezing in next to him/her in the same lane. Remember, it could be a young and inexperienced motorcyclist that you endanger.