Adam Lea wrote:
"AndyC" wrote in message
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On Sat, 7 Feb 2009 16:31:06 -0800 (PST), Squashme
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Should I point out that there is a small discussion of filtering (by
motorbikes) over in uk.rec.driving?
No, best not.
I am surprised that you have mentioned the thread - cyclists are going
to get a stuffing in it.

I must say - well done, and many thanks for the heads up.
One of the advantages of motorcycling (and cycling) is that you can filter
past stationary or slow moving traffic. It obviously needs care when done.
If it is done recklessly and you cause an accident then you could be
deemed to be at fault. Otherwise, and AFAIK, there is no law prohibiting
it.

But, some drivers don't like it. It's kinda like jumping their queue :-)

Somewhat surprising drivers don't like it, since if motorcyclists wait in
the queue they are taking up space in the queue and making the queue longer
for those behind them. This could be crucial in determining who gets through
the lights before they change back to red.

Thus filtering is more space efficient, and helps get more traffic through
the junction.

There is rarely any disadvantage in being overtaken by a motor-cyclist. When
the lights turn green, he disappears over the horizon.