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A recent incident involving a motorcyclist attempting to lane filter on a busy road has sparked a lively discussion on social media. The incident occurred on Taft, a four-lane roadway heading north, when a Harley-style bike attempted to filter its way to the front of the queue at a red light. The motorcyclist ended up hitting the side view mirrors of two cars, including the one belonging to the individual who shared the story. The motorcyclist’s actions raised questions about the appropriateness of lane filtering on narrow roads, the size of the bike used, and the rider’s understanding of strategic lane filtering. The incident was further complicated when the light turned green, and the motorcyclist was stuck between two cars, causing one to brake suddenly to avoid a collision…