Should bikes and cars share the same road and the same rules?

The first position, vehicular cycling, is simple: Bikes should have the right to share the road with cars, and in exchange, they should have to follow all the same rules. The way for bikers to coexist safely with drivers was to behave the same way that cars did — following all rules in a predictable manner.

Do cycles need to follow traffic rules?

Obey all the traffic rule, and always go in the direction of the traffic. The traffic rules stays the same even if you are riding a bicycle. When turning left or right, always look behind you for a break in traffic, then signal before making the turn. Watch for left- or right-turning traffic.

Should bicycles ride with or against traffic?

Under California law, bicycles are considered “ motor vehicles” and must obey all California traffic laws. Bicyclists who ride against traffic are breaking the law because is is consider unsafe for a variety of reasons. Riding a bicycle against traffic is dangerous and accounts for a large portion of bike accidents.

How are traffic laws applied to bicycles?

In all 50 states, people on bikes are required to follow the same laws as other drivers. Everyone on the road is entitled to the lane width they need. This includes the space behind, to each side and the space in front. If you want to use someone else’s space you must yield to whoever is using it.

Do cyclists cause traffic?

Under California law, bicycles are considered “ motor vehicles” and must obey all California traffic laws. Avoiding bicycle accidents caused by wrong-way cycling is simple: do not ride a bicycle against traffic. This simple rule dramatically decreases the chances of an injury accident collision!

Should you run with traffic or against traffic?

When you run outside, you should run against traffic. When you do so, you can see cars coming at you on the same side of the road. In some areas, it’s not even a matter of choice—the law requires that runners and walkers face oncoming traffic.