DKTKey points on passing cyclists for the Australian Capital Territory learner test. Each answer is checked against the official Australian Capital Territory handbook or road rules; use the practice-question links to test yourself.
You are overtaking a cyclist on a road with a 70 km/h limit. What minimum side gap must you leave in the ACT?
Answer: 1.5 metres
ACT drivers must leave at least 1.5 metres when passing a cyclist where the limit is over 60 km/h, and 1 metre at 60 km/h or less.
Practice question 88 · official source
You are overtaking a cyclist on a 50 km/h road in the ACT. What minimum side gap must you leave?
Answer: 1 metre
In speed zones of 60 km/h or less, ACT drivers must leave at least 1 metre when passing a cyclist. Above 60 km/h the gap is 1.5 metres.
Practice question 89 · official source
To leave the required gap when passing a cyclist in the ACT, may you cross a single unbroken centre line?
Answer: Yes, if the road ahead is clear and it is safe
ACT drivers may cross centre lines, straddle lane lines or use painted islands to keep the minimum gap, with a clear view of oncoming traffic and when it is safe.