Highway & Freeway Driving — New York

Allow one rider to finish passing the other vehicle and get back into position before the next rider starts to pass. The manual says that on a two-lane highway, a staggered group should pass one rider at a time. The lead rider pulls out when safe, then returns to the left position and keeps passing speed to make room for the next rider. It also warns that the lead rider's pass does not prove conditions are still safe for everyone else. Waiting until there is enough room ahead lets each rider return to the same position held before the pass, which is simpler and safer.

The best formation for curves, turns, and entering a highway is single-file. The manual calls the staggered formation the best way to keep ranks close while keeping a space cushion, but then says the group should move into single file when riding in curves, turning, and entering or leaving freeways or highways. When entering a freeway, riders go in single file and form up only after everyone has merged safely. Tightening into one line gives each rider more room to adjust to the curve or the merge.