Overtaking at a speed bump

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Ayahuasca

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Just curious really.

I drive a large 4x4 with raised suspension that has no mechanical need to slow down for a speed bump. If a smaller car slows right down to negotiate the bump more gingerly, and I just overtake them, is that OK legally speaking?

Assume no other road markings that preclude the overtake and no danger to others.


Ayahuasca

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HantsRat said:
Speed bumps are put in place with the sole reason to slow vehicles down at specific points. Why on earth would you overtake on one? Can't you just wait until after the speed bump?
Because I want to.

The question is, is it breaking any law?






Ayahuasca

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kapiteinlangzaam said:
supertouring said:
Ayahuasca said:
Because I want to.
Sums up the current British mentality in one sentence.
No it doesnt.
It was a slightly facetious reply to someone asking why on earth I would. Which was not answering my question.

Ayahuasca

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Wednesday 8th July 2015
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This is my speed bump ignoring machine. Making up time between bumps is not an option, but maintaining a steady lowish constant speed over them is.