The cyclist or the bicycle rider is a person riding a bicycle. A bicycle or cycle is a human powered pedal-driven and single track vehicle, having two wheels attached to a frame, one wheel behind and the other in front.
Bicycle Riding Rules
We should understand that just like other motor vehicles, a bicycle has the same rights of way while on the road. They are one of the exposed road users unlike drivers. The following are the simple guidelines
- Some roads provides bicycle path, use them where available
- The rider must ensure that the handle bars are adjusted to the height suitable for him
- As a bicyclist, you are under obligation to obey all the traffic rules and regulations
- Bicycles are not to be seen on highways or expressway
- Cycling too close to a moving vehicle should be avoided. This is to prevent unexpected happening incase of sudden braking of the vehicle
- Riders must not hold unto another vehicle while moving on the road. Doing so is a dangerous adventure
- Riders dont have provision for pillion. Except if your bicycle is designed to have one
- Bicycle balance can be easily affected when carrying an oversized or outsize object. So avoid that.
- Dont wear flowing dress for it may get stocked inbetween the bicycle spokes
- Ensure that your bicycle is fixed with a headlight, rear light and with a reflector if you must ride at night
- A bicycle rider is expected to wear helmet. It is one of the safety and protective devices for the rider.
- Must ensure the bicycle is fixed with a functional bell
- While riding in a group, ride in a single file
- Try as much as possible to put on bright coloured clothes for other road users to see you quickly
- Observe the road well when turning especially behind you
For more information read, Special Cycling Practices
