What should you do if a vehicle is tailgating you while you are riding?

When a vehicle is tailgating you while riding a motorcycle, changing lanes or slowing down to allow the vehicle to pass is the safest response. This action helps to reduce the risk of potential accidents by removing the pressure of the tailgater. It allows the tailgating vehicle to proceed without feeling frustrated, which can sometimes lead to reckless driving behavior or aggressive actions.

Slowing down or changing lanes also gives you the opportunity to maintain control and avoid potential hazards without the added stress induced by the tailgater's proximity. Prioritizing your safety and the safety of others is crucial; thus, creating a distance by allowing the tailgater to pass alleviates the immediate danger.

Creating distance by speeding up might lead to more dangerous situations, such as increasing your risk of losing control or exceeding safe speeds. Ignoring the tailgater or signaling them could escalate the situation and doesn’t address the immediate concern of safety. Therefore, the best approach is to safely allow the tailgater to pass.