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What precaution should you take when approaching a cyclist to avoid startling them?

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Avoid unnecessary or very close horn blasts.

Avoid unnecessary or very close horn blasts, which may cause a sudden reaction. If warning is necessary to avoid an accident, use it appropriately; this is not an absolute ban on warning. When overtaking, avoid danger and comply with article 85.4: use part or all of the adjacent lane with at least 1.5 metres, except on carriageways with more than one lane per direction, where a complete lane change is required. Outside built-up areas, travel at least 20 km/h below the road limit throughout the manoeuvre. Never overtake while endangering oncoming cyclists.

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  • Overtake even if it endangers oncoming cyclists.

  • Avoid unnecessary or very close horn blasts.

  • Use dazzling flashes to force the cyclist aside.

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