What is the most important thing a motorcyclist should check before entering an intersection?
- That no vehicle is driving in parallel to him at the same speed.
- He should calculate the time needed to cross the intersection at his current speed.
- In an intersection with traffic lights there is no need to check anything.
- Correct answer: That the intersection is clear of traffic that might endanger him.
Why this is the answer
The correct answer in the official bank: That the intersection is clear of traffic that might endanger him.
An intersection is where traffic from several directions meets, so before entering, a motorcyclist must make sure no vehicles, pedestrians or other traffic there could endanger him. Even on a green light, don't assume everyone will stop, because drivers may run the red or fail to notice a small motorcycle. Calculating crossing time or watching a parallel vehicle doesn't replace this check.