Follow The Rules

Know the Key Regulations and Laws before you ride.

On the road, a cyclist is responsible for following the same rules and laws as a vehicle operator.
Cyclists under 18 years of age are required to wear an approved bicycle safety helmet.
Obey all traffic signs and use your hand signals properly
A white front light, a rear red light, and a rear reflector are required for night riding.
On the sidewalk, at the intersections, you must dismount your bike before proceeding through the crosswalk. 

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Cyclists must indicate their intentions to drivers clearly using hand signals.


Bike Signs and Pavement Markings

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Come to a full stop. When you’re riding on the road, cyclists must stop at stop signs. Check for traffic all ways, and proceed when safe.

 
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Slow down and yield or stop for traffic crossing in front of you.

 
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This sign indicates those streets which are a bicycle route. This sign is often combined with an arrow indicating the direction of the bicycle route changing.