California Car / Permit practice question · Sharing the Road
When you are near a motorcyclist, you should remember that in California, motorcyclists:
Answer choices
- Must always ride on the shoulder
- May legally split lanes, so watch for them— Correct answer
- Must share a single lane with a car
- Have no right to a full lane
Why this is the answer
Motorcyclists have the same rights as other drivers, and it is legal to share lanes with them, which is called lane splitting. Motorcycles are small and easily disappear into blind spots, so check your mirrors before changing lanes. They are not required to ride on the shoulder, and you should never pass one within the same lane.
Source: California Driver Handbook — Sharing the Road with Motorcyclists
Content reviewed against official driver handbooks · August 12, 2026
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