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Sharing the Road
Bicyclists
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- Bicyclists must obey the rules of the road,
and the rules of the road apply to bicyclists.
This means that you must yield the right-of-way to a bicyclist just
as you would another vehicle, and all traffic laws apply to the bicyclist.
Bicycle rules of sharing the road.
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Bicyclists must:
- Signal turns, lane changes and stops
using hand signals.
- Never carry and infant under a year
old
- Children passengers under the
age of four must ride in a bicycle safety seat and wear approved
helmets.
- Bicyclists must use a bicycle lane
if available.
- If no bicycle lane, they must ride
near the right curb, or edge of the road, to avoid undue
interference with other traffic. (This rule does not apply
when the cyclist is preparing for a left turn, or is avoiding
hazards.)
- They must come to a full stop before
entering a roadway from: a driveway,alley,or over a curb.
- They can not ride more than two abreast
in a single lane, or carry a passenger unless the bicycle is equipped
with a passenger seat.
- They must keep at least one hand on
the handlebar at all times
- Riding on sidewalks may be prohibited
in some areas.
- Bicycles accidents resulting in death
or serious injury must be reported.
Many states have rules and regulations about
bicycle safety equippment requirements before a bicycle can be driven
on public highways, such as horns, bells Lights and tail Lights.
"Bike Enthusiasts" check out these links.
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