Originally Posted by FBinNY

Do not be afraid to give a solid side of the fist blow to the side panel of a bus pulling out into you. The real problem with buses is their length which allows them to slowly wedge you farther out of your line, possibly putting you into the infamous "disappearing lane" reminiscent of Poe.

BTW- go up to some stopped to idle buses and rap on their sides, so you can learn where the sweet spot is.