Lancashire Police release filtering fails and tips video
Lancashire Police have released a video of filtering fails from riders across the globe, as well as safe filtering advice.
The video aims to reduce the number of filtering fails in towns and built-up areas and help riders filter safely on UK roads.
And while some of the clips in the compilation will have even the most seasoned biker wincing, they throw light on the very real dangers of filtering on the road.
Advice on how to filter safely
The compilation of fails is followed up by on-board footage and commentary of a police rider demonstrating how to filter safely.
With tips like the speed at which you should filter and the distance you should leave between yourself and other road users, the video provides a clear and simple insight into filtering safely.
Is filtering illegal?
Despite the reaction filtering often inspires in UK motorists, it is perfectly legal for riders to split traffic.
There are some basic rules and guidelines bikers should follow to ensure they stay safe and on the right side of the law when filtering on UK roads.
Learn more about filtering safely.
Urban riding advice from local police
Lancashire Police’s video isn’t the first attempt by a police force in the UK to attempt to spread the message about filtering safely.
Earlier this year, Hampshire Constabulary and Thames Valley Police joined forces to release two training videos on filtering.
Nothing wrong with riding over paint on the road, if the lines are broken then it’s safe and legal depending on the traffic and conditions at that time.
If the lines are solid then it’s not safe or legal, if the commentators above are bikers then they would benefit from advanced riding, regardless of how many years you have been riding.
What looks dangerous to one drive on a video is often safe in reality, the observation part of advanced riding provides far more information than sat in a car or can be seen in a video.
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There’s Brocken lines entering the box, as the rider explained he is looking far ahead, scanning for vehicles which may be turning right, entering the box.If he did see any indication of this he is moving at a speed which he can tuck in to a space between one car and the next in his lane, or at least pull up alongside one of these gaps.
If you haven’t tried any advanced riding/driving I highly recommend it, it will enhance your skill level and allow you to see things differently.
Maybe this seems dangerous to you based on your experience and current skill level, a BikeSafe course or advanced course with the IAM or ROSPA mite give you more insight and confidence in these areas.