Always:
- Obey signs and signals
- Ride as close as safely practicable to the right curb or edge of roadway, in the same direction as traffic
- Use hand signals to tell drivers what you intend to do
- When turning or crossing, look left, right, and left again
- Use lights and reflectors at night and when visibility is poor
- Wear a helmet
- Ride in a straight line at least 3 feet from parked cars
- Ride as if you are invisible — never assume that drivers and pedestrians can see you
- Stay alert, with hands on the handle bar so you can steer at a moment’s notice
- When possible, find routes between home and work that take you away from dangerous roads and heavy traffic areas
- Carry children securely in special seats or trailers and make sure they wear a helmet
Don’t:
- Don’t ride against traffic
- Don’t wear earphones in both ears
- Don’t carry passengers on bikes built for one rider