Can a motorcycle share a lane with a passenger vehicle? Question Can a motorcycle share a lane with a passenger vehicle? Answers Yes, since a motorcycle is narrow. Yes, if there is enough room. No, a motorcycle requires a full lane to operate properly. If traffic is congested, a motorcycle and car can share a lane. Explanation Motorcycles and cars both need a full lane width for safe operation. Drivers and riders should not attempt to share lanes. This questions appears in the following tests: Alaska Motorcycle Practice Test 4