And a lot of the UK "cycle lanes" I've ridden next to are preposterously narrow. I know of one that is narrower than my handlebars. As a result, motorists think

And a lot of the UK "cycle lanes" I've ridden next to are preposterously narrow. I know of one that is narrower than my handlebars. As a result, motorists think (subconsciously or otherwise) that they can drive aside the cyclist, up to the line, instead of the advisory two meters when passing. I give these such a wide berth that most motorists realise that I'm blatantly avoiding such a lane and rarely give me grief. I assume they can see why!