Waiting after green

I had another occasion where a light turned green and rather than pulling right out, I waited a second or two while clearing both opposing lanes visibly before proceeding. Sure enough a car coming from the side, ran the light and, had I pulled right out, may have hit me from the side. It’s a good rule to follow. Just because a light is green doesn’t mean the intersection is clear to proceed through. I always try to wait a heartbeat or two and on 4-lane roads I even use the car next to me as a screen for an extra level of protection. You have to always be mindful that you’re on a motorcycle and not in a car, you’re exposed so you have to think differently.

Ride safe.