Bicycle roadway. How should cyclists ride on the road? What signals should a cyclist give?

More and more cyclists are appearing on our roads and off-roads, fortunately the weather in the summer is favorable for this. The bicycle is becoming a popular means of transport, both for movement and for maintaining optimal physical shape.
Riding a bicycle does not require a driver's license, as does driving most other vehicles. Therefore, often, most cyclists, despite the fact that they are drivers of two-wheeled vehicles, have a very poor understanding of traffic rules and ride on the roads unprepared.
But cycling for adults, with the exception of some types of cycling, involves driving on roads and streets.

Let's look at the traffic rules for cyclists in force in 2018 year.

Some dry information from the traffic rules about the terms.

"Bike"- a vehicle, other than a wheelchair, that has at least two wheels and is driven, as a rule, by the muscular energy of the persons on the vehicle.
"Driver"- a person driving a vehicle.
"Cyclist" is the person driving the bicycle.
"A pedestrian"- a person who is outside the vehicle on the road or on a pedestrian or bicycle path and does not perform work on them. Persons driving a bicycle are considered pedestrians.
"Bike Lane"- a road element (or a separate road) structurally separated from the roadway and sidewalk, intended for the movement of cyclists and marked with sign 4.4.1.

"Lane for cyclists"- a lane of the roadway intended for the movement of bicycles and mopeds, separated from the rest of the roadway by horizontal markings and marked with sign 5.14.2.

Answers to basic questions based on the definitions presented in the traffic rules.

Question: Is a bicycle a vehicle?
Yes, a bicycle is a means of transport.

Question: Is a cyclist a driver?
Yes, a cyclist is a driver, therefore all the requirements of the rules necessary for the fulfillment of drivers of vehicles apply to the same extent to cyclists.

Question: When can a person with a bicycle be a pedestrian?
If you get off your bike and roll the bike next to you, then in accordance with the traffic rules, you are already a pedestrian.

General rules for cyclists, as for any drivers of vehicles.

A bicycle, as a vehicle, must be in good working order.
In conditions of poor visibility, in the dark, in tunnels on a moving bicycle headlights or lanterns should be on. Thus, in these conditions, light reflectors alone are not enough to ride a bicycle; there must be light devices.

A cyclist, while driving on the roadway, is obliged to indicate with certain signs to other road users if he is about to make any maneuver.

Before starting to move, turn, change lanes and stop, you must give signals with turn signals, if available, and if not, then with your hand. When performing various maneuvers, the cyclist must not interfere with other road users.

This is not noted in the traffic regulations, but for the safety of both the cyclist and other road users, it is apparently necessary that a person on a bicycle be clearly visible. Therefore, it is necessary that he wear bright, visible clothes, and in the dark, reflective elements should be placed on his clothes.

In accordance with traffic regulations, the permitted speed for a cyclist is the same as for other vehicles. In the city it is not allowed to exceed the speed of 60 km/h, in courtyards and residential areas - 20 km/h. At the same time, a cyclist can reach a speed above 25 km/h only through his own efforts.

Traffic regulations for cyclists are set out in a separate chapter No. 24.

Who can ride a bike and where?

If you are over 14 years old, then you must ride on a cycle path, cycle path or cycle lane. That is, driving on other elements of the road is prohibited by the rules, in particular on the sidewalk. But there are exceptions to this rule.

Question: Is it possible to ride a bicycle on the roadway?
If you are a cyclist under the age of 14, then the rules prohibit you from riding on the roadway.

If you over 14 years old, then, as an exception, you can drive along the edge of the roadway when:
There is no lane for cyclists, bicycle or pedestrian paths or movement on them is impossible.
When the width of the bicycle or its trailer is more than 1 meter.
When cyclists move in a column.

Question: Is it possible to ride a bicycle on a sidewalk or footpath?
Yes, if you are between 7 and 14 years old, you can only ride a bicycle on pedestrian paths, bicycle paths, bicycle paths, sidewalks, and within pedestrian zones.

Yes, if the cyclist is under 7 years old. Cyclists of this age can only ride on pedestrian and cycle paths (on the pedestrian side), sidewalks, and within pedestrian zones.

Question: Where can children from 7 to 14 years old ride a bicycle?
Children aged 7 to 14 years old can only ride a bicycle on bicycle paths, pedestrian paths, pedestrian paths, sidewalks, and within pedestrian zones.

Question: Where can children under 7 years old ride a bike?
Children under 7 years old should ride bicycles only on sidewalks, pedestrian and bicycle paths (on the pedestrian side), as well as within pedestrian zones. That is, they should only move on a section of the road intended for pedestrian traffic.

Thus, Cyclists under 14 years of age are prohibited from riding on the side of the road or on the roadway.
If a cyclist, moving along a pedestrian path, sidewalk, roadside or within pedestrian zones, interferes with the movement of other persons, then he must get off the bicycle and become a pedestrian, that is, roll the bicycle next to him.

Driving on the roadway

Those cyclists who are allowed to ride on the roadway, in accordance with traffic regulations, must move along its edge in the direction of traffic flow.

But moving along the edge does not mean that you need to move right next to the side of the road. You need to leave a small space on the asphalt between you and the side of the road for maneuver. Danger can come from drivers cutting off, turning right and doors opening on cars parked on the side of the road.

Question: Which side of the road should a cyclist ride on or what is the correct way to ride a bicycle on the road?
The cyclist must move on the right edge of the roadway in the direction of traffic(clause 24.2 of the traffic rules).

Apparently, the frequency of this issue is due to the fact that pedestrians, in the absence of other traffic regulations, are allowed to move even along the edge of the roadway (of course, driving along the edge of the roadway for pedestrians poses a significant danger, so it is not recommended), but Pedestrians must move towards traffic.

If a cyclist gets off his bike and rolls it next to him, then, in accordance with the traffic rules, he becomes a pedestrian and, accordingly, must move along the edge of the roadway towards the movement of vehicles.

There are prohibitions in the traffic rules that apply only to drivers of two-wheeled vehicles.

Question: Is it possible for a cyclist to ride a bicycle without holding the handlebars with his hands?
It is prohibited to operate a bicycle without holding the handlebars with at least one hand.

Question: Is it possible for a cyclist to cross the road at a pedestrian crossing?
No. A cyclist cannot cross the road at a pedestrian crossing.

A cyclist is prohibited from:
driving on highways;
transport children under 7 years of age if there are no specially equipped places for their transportation;
turn left or turn around on roads with tram traffic and on roads with more than one lane for traffic in a given direction;
cross the road at pedestrian crossings. In this case, the cyclist has no advantage over vehicles. That is, you cannot cross the road on a bicycle, you must dismount, i.e. get off the bike and roll it next to you. In this case, you become a pedestrian and, at a pedestrian crossing when crossing the road, use all the advantages over car drivers that pedestrians have when driving along a pedestrian crossing.

Many cyclists use a bike as a practical vehicle and ride it to the shops, to the country, to nature, and even to work.

The only problem is the lack of the required number of special bicycle paths; for example, for a city with a population of one million there may be only one or two. There is only one option left - moving along with cars on roads and highways.

To travel safely, every cyclist must strictly adhere to the traffic rules, which, among other things, state in black and white which side of the road a cyclist should ride on.

Riding an unprepared bicycle is ridiculous and extremely dangerous, so it is important to determine how and where a cyclist should ride and what to follow when doing so.

Not everyone understands that a bicycle is equal to a car, so on the road a cyclist will need to follow the general rules of movement on the roadway (regarding non-motorized vehicles).

Along with all other road users - motorists, motorcyclists, horse-drawn vehicle drivers and pedestrians - cyclists are obliged not only to know, but also to strictly adhere to all traffic rules relevant for 2019.

Let's look at what important factors need to be taken into account for the safe movement of cyclists.

Serviceability

First of all, the cyclist is obliged to carefully monitor the serviceability of the vehicle.

Namely, check all the most important parts of the bicycle (handlebars, working brakes), check whether it is equipped with other important parts for driving on the highway:

reflectors (back, front, and sides);
flashlights that work at night;
a working bell to sound a signal.

A cyclist must highlight his bicycle on the roadway so that both the vehicle and the driver himself are clearly visible to all other road users.

Bicycle drivers should be especially attentive to the following signs:

priority signs;
signs of special instructions (informing about the movement of route vehicles, one-way traffic);
signs that indicate the direction of movement;
signs prohibiting turns and entry.

However, the cyclist must also know all other signs and strictly observe them. While driving, the bicycle driver should also take into account road markings:

It is forbidden to cross a solid line;
do not stand in places that are marked in yellow;
allow pedestrians to cross the zebra crossing.

Also, the cyclist must move correctly in a group, be extremely attentive and have good reactions.

Speed

According to traffic regulations, moving synchronously with the flow of cars is the safest option for each vehicle.

But on the road you should develop and maintain a fairly high speed, at least 20 km/h.

Sticking to this speed limit is necessary because driving too slowly can interfere with cars, as they will have to maneuver around the cyclist.

This is especially true on narrower roads, where passing oncoming and passing traffic is difficult.

It is worth noting that high speed is only justified if all other vehicles are moving quickly.

Distance

For a cyclist, distance is the distance in length between other vehicles and him.

Side spacing is the distance across the width. Safe and comfortable riding on the road requires maintaining a distance and interval so that if a dangerous situation develops, the cyclist can turn to the side.

If the distance with the car in front decreases, you will need to slow down, or vice versa - speed up if the distance decreases with the vehicle behind.

In case of parallel movement, you should not press too close to parked or passing cars, and there are good reasons for this:

There is a chance of falling on the car as a result of an uneven road.
The car may hit the cyclist in some way.
The door of a stationary car may suddenly open.

So, attentiveness is the key to safe cycling. In this case, you should carefully monitor what is happening on the sides and in front.

The road is movement, so the situation can change every second. It is useful to purchase a special rear-view mirror and attach it to the steering wheel, thanks to which you can also monitor the road from behind.

Which side should cyclists ride on? This is a rather controversial issue among bicycle drivers: some argue that you need to move in the direction of travel, some prefer to ride “against the grain,” and others do not think about this issue at all. Who is right?

The traffic rules also determined that riding cyclists over 14 years of age is possible in descending order:

Along bicycle pedestrian or bicycle paths or a lane for cyclists.
On the roadway along its right edge.
On the side of the road.
Along a pedestrian path or sidewalk.

It is worth noting that all subsequent items in the above list apply if the previous ones are missing. For example, you can move along the side of the road only if there is no bicycle lane or path, as well as if there is no possibility of driving on the roadway (along the right edge).

Additionally, there are a few exceptions:

It is allowed to ride on the roadway if the width of the load or bicycle exceeds 1 meter.
It is also permitted to move on the roadway if the movement is carried out in columns.

In some cases, in the event of a breakdown or injury, the cyclist has to walk along the roads with the bicycle. Wondering which side of the street you'll be on while riding a broken bike?

In this case, it should be remembered that when moving on the roadway outside populated areas, pedestrians are required to follow the movement of other vehicles. However, persons driving a bicycle must walk in the direction of other vehicles.

When choosing a route, a bicycle driver should give preference to roads with low traffic and less intense traffic, which will make riding easier, safer, and help avoid unwanted accidents.

While driving on pedestrian paths, sidewalks, pedestrian zones and roadsides, the cyclist is obliged not to interfere with the movement of other persons. If necessary, the cyclist must dismount from the bicycle and continue moving as a pedestrian.

To indicate the maneuver, the Traffic Rules provide the following signs:

When moving in a column, the leader gives the signs first, and all members of the group immediately repeat them. Below we consider actions that cyclists are prohibited from doing.

Unacceptable actions

Cyclists are prohibited from:

Ride on roads in a populated area if there is a bicycle path. It is indicated by a round sign with a white bicycle on a blue background.
Turn left or turn around on a road with tram traffic.
Bicycles are prohibited on highways.
Towing bicycles is prohibited (do not use hitches, cables or other tricks or devices).

The most common violations by bicycle drivers include riding toward oncoming traffic or riding in a crosswalk.

In the above situations, cyclists often simply forget that they have already become drivers, but at heart they continue to remain pedestrians.

Both of these maneuvers are extremely dangerous, but this especially applies to the movement of a cyclist along a pedestrian crossing.

Unfortunately, the most common victims of such violations are children, and the driver of the car is not to blame, since he must only allow pedestrians to pass, and cyclists do not belong to this category.

So, strict and timely observance of the rules for cycling on the road surface will certainly contribute to safety and comfort. To everything else, we can add that patience and respect on the road are another key to successful travel.

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The traffic rules clearly and clearly define the correct position of a bicycle: in the same direction as other vehicles, but to the right. For example, along the edge of the road or in the right lane in case of multi-lane traffic.

Basic rules for cyclist behavior on the road: participate in the general movement, subject to the conditions of traffic rules; demand an explanation from a traffic police officer if a cyclist is stopped; know the name, rank, position of the inspector, having received information from his certificate; receive free assistance from emergency services if necessary; count on compensation for damage to your vehicle and health in the event of an accident; give an explanation about the accident or refuse to do so.

Responsibilities of cyclists: keep your transport in working order; comply with traffic rules prescribed for this type of vehicle; stop at the request of a traffic police officer; undergo an alcohol test, including in a medical facility at the insistence of an inspector; remain at the scene of an accident if you are involved in it and can do without emergency medical care.

Prohibitions for cycling: drive with faulty equipment; let go of the steering wheel or remove your feet from the pedals while driving; use equipment during snowfall and ice; carry passengers, except a child under 7 years old in a separate seat; move a load that protrudes more than 0.5 m or interferes with steering; drive on the roadway if the driver is under 14 years old; use the motorway; tow a vehicle and use it as a tractor, unless it is a specially designed trailer; talk on the phone while holding the receiver in your ear; ride a bicycle through a pedestrian crossing; drive it while drunk.

Road safety rules: move along a bicycle path; if there is none, an adult can ride along the right edge of the roadway, children 7-14 years old can ride along the sidewalk or bicycle path; You can step beyond 1 meter from the right side of the roadway only for the sake of avoiding a standing obstacle or maneuvering; There can be no more than 10 people in a group of cyclists; if there is a marking line on the road surface, during movement it should be on the left hand of the cyclist; before performing a maneuver, the cyclist must give a hand sign to other road users; children under 7 years old may only ride a bicycle on a sidewalk or pedestrian area when accompanied by an adult; You can only move along a zebra crossing or cross the roadway while driving nearby; you can drive in the lane allocated for public transport when it is located on the right side of the road; when a cyclist rides in the twilight, at night, he must make himself known to those around him with lighting devices.

Fine for driving a bicycle while intoxicated– from 1000 rub.

How to move correctly as a cyclist: do not let cars out of sight, even standing ones; remember that pedestrians are also participants in the movement; if a cyclist moves along the roadway, at a controlled intersection he must obey the traffic lights; There are special conditions for a cyclist to turn around - it is performed only where there is single-lane traffic in each direction and there are no tram tracks.

If traffic rules are violated, the cyclist may be issued a fine. in the amount of 800 rubles, if he was drunk, then 1000-1500 rubles.

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Basic rules for cyclist behavior on the road

A bicycle in a big city (and not only) makes life much easier. This type of transport also provides other advantages: even children can ride it, and the health benefits are undeniable. But these advantages will be felt only by those who know and follow the rules of behavior for a cyclist on the road. He has the right:

participate in the general movement, subject to the conditions of traffic rules;
demand an explanation from a traffic police officer if a cyclist is stopped;
know the name, rank, position of the inspector, having received information from his certificate;
receive free assistance from emergency services if necessary;
count on compensation for damage to your vehicle and health if you become involved in an accident;
give an explanation about the accident or refuse to do so.

Cyclists also have responsibilities:

keep your transport in working order;
comply with traffic rules prescribed for this type of vehicle;
stop if required by a traffic police officer;
undergo an alcohol test, including in a medical facility at the insistence of an inspector;
remain at the scene of an accident if you are involved in it and can do without emergency medical care.

Prohibitions on cycling

The rules for cyclists on the road also contain restrictions that must be observed primarily for your own safety. Prohibited:

drive with faulty equipment;
let go of the steering wheel or remove your feet from the pedals while driving;
use equipment during snowfall and ice;
carry passengers, except a child under 7 years old in a separate seat;
move cargo on transport that protrudes beyond its limits by more than 0.5 m or interferes with driving;
drive it on the roadway if the driver is under 14 years old;
use the motorway for cycling;
tow a vehicle and use it as a tractor, unless it is a specially designed trailer;
talk on the phone while holding the receiver in your hand;
ride a bicycle through a pedestrian crossing;
drive it while drunk.

You should not drive if you are not feeling well.

Road safety rules

The basic traffic rules for cyclists on the road are enshrined in paragraph 24 of the traffic rules. They are also found in other sections of the legal document. How to ride this type of transport so as not to create a dangerous situation for yourself and others:

Move along the bike path. If it is not there, an adult can drive on the right edge of the roadway. Children 7-14 years old must ride a bicycle on the sidewalk or bike path.
You can step beyond 1 meter from the right side of the roadway only for the sake of avoiding a standing obstacle or maneuvering. Turns and U-turns are made where there are no prohibiting signs.
There can be no more than 10 people in a group of cyclists. If a convoy is traveling, it needs to be divided. The permitted distance between groups is at least 100 m.
If there is a marking line on the roadway separating the edge of the roadway from the rest of the path, it should be on the left hand side of the cyclist while driving. When a group is traveling, in all cases you can only line up in one row.
Before performing a maneuver, the cyclist must signal to other road users. This is done with the hand (with the right hand - turn in the same direction, etc.).

Children under 7 years old can only ride a bicycle on a sidewalk or pedestrian zone. And always accompanied by adults. Children are also not allowed to ride on the bike path.
You can only move along a zebra crossing or cross the roadway while driving nearby. At this moment the cyclist turns into a pedestrian.
Clause 18.2 allows you to drive in the lane allocated for public transport. But only when it is located on the right side of the road. And if at its beginning there is no road sign “Entry prohibited”.
When a cyclist rides at dusk, at night, he must make himself known to those around him with lighting devices. These could be lit headlights or lanterns.

Despite the ease of transport to drive, cyclist safety rules on the road do not allow its use by drunk drivers. For that You can get a fine of 1000 rubles.

How to move correctly as a cyclist

For the driver of light non-motorized transport, there are driving features in which he can feel like a full participant in the traffic, be safe himself and not endanger other people. What is needed for this, in addition to complying with traffic rules:

Do not let cars out of your sight, even when they are standing. The latter need to be driven around so that the suddenly opened door does not hit.
Remember that pedestrians are also road users. If a cyclist rides along the edge of the roadway or on the side of the road, he is obliged to give way to a person crossing the road.
When driving on the sidewalk (for example, with a child who is not allowed to move along the roadway), you need to take care of the safety of pedestrians. That is, obey the speed limit, rules, yield, slow down if necessary. And if it is impossible to drive on the sidewalk without disturbing pedestrians, you need to get off the vehicle and drive it alongside.
If a cyclist moves along the roadway, at a controlled intersection he must obey the traffic lights. Otherwise, you need to follow the same rules that exist for cars (yield if you are driving on a secondary road, etc.).

In this article, a vehicle should be understood as a motor vehicle with a displacement of an internal combustion engine of more than 50 cubic centimeters or a maximum electric motor power of more than 4 kilowatts and a maximum design speed of more than 50 kilometers per hour, as well as trailers for it, subject to state registration, and in others Articles of this chapter also include tractors, self-propelled road-building and other self-propelled machines, vehicles for which ... a special right is granted.

That is, most articles of the Code do not apply to cyclists, since they do not need a license to operate equipment. But this does not mean that the driver of a non-motorized vehicle will go unpunished in case of traffic violation. After all, there is part 2 of Article 12.29 of the Administrative Code:

Violation of the Traffic Rules by a person driving a bicycle... entails an administrative fine in the amount of eight hundred rubles.

If the offense was committed while drunk, Part 3 of the same article applies:

Violation of traffic rules by persons specified in part 2 of this article, committed while intoxicated, shall entail the imposition of an administrative fine in the amount of one thousand to one thousand five hundred rubles.

There are more and more bicycles on the roads, and they are especially popular among teenagers. The number of accidents involving them is also growing. This number can only be reduced by compliance with the rules by drivers of all types of transport. But this applies to cyclists to a greater extent, since their level of protection is incomparable to motorists.

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A cyclist is a full participant in transport traffic. According to clause 1.2 of the Russian Federation Traffic Regulations, a cyclist is a person who operates a bicycle. This transport appears as a means of transportation that has at least two wheels and is set in motion with the help of the muscular energy of the person driving this vehicle.

Since 2014, a rule has been introduced that a bicycle can have an electric motor with a power of up to 25 km/h. If exceeded, the vehicle is considered a moped.

Important! If a citizen walks next to a bicycle (drives it), then he is recognized as a pedestrian and is no longer subject to the rules intended for drivers.

Is it possible for them to move on the road?

Riding a bicycle on the road is permitted, as it is recognized as a valid means of transportation. However, legislation has introduced age requirements for cyclists riding on the road section.

So, we highlight the following criteria that establish at what age you can ride a bicycle on the roadway:

Children under 7 years of age are allowed to move exclusively on the sidewalk and on special pedestrian paths. They can also drive in pedestrian areas.
Children from 7 to 14 years old are allowed to move on the sidewalk, on paths and in pedestrian areas, as well as on bicycle paths.
Persons over 14 years of age, in addition to the above options, are allowed to drive on sections of the road (along the edge of the roadway, as well as along the side of the road). However, with strict adherence to traffic rules.

The following areas can be identified where persons over 14 years of age can ride bicycles:

Special bike path.
The edge of the roadway.
Roadside.
Sidewalk or, if available, pedestrian path.

All these sections of the road are listed in descending order. In other words, each subsequent paragraph assumes that the previous option is missing. For example, you can move along the side of the road only if there is no special bike path or the opportunity to ride along the edge of the road.

Since 2015, cyclists have been allowed to ride in lanes reserved for buses and other types of public transport. An important condition is that this lane must be on the right side of the road and also have appropriate markings.

Traffic rules for cyclists

Cyclists are subject to the same standard traffic rules as drivers, as they are equal subjects of traffic rules.

Thus, according to clause 24.8, cyclists are prohibited from:

Operate the vehicle with one hand.
Carry out transportation of cargo that protrudes more than 0.5 m beyond the dimensions or cargo that interferes with the control of the vehicle.
Engage in the transportation of passengers if this is contrary to the design of the vehicle.
Transport young children without special support.
Ride a bicycle across a pedestrian crossing.
Make a left turn or a U-turn on a road where there is tram traffic, as well as on roads that have more than one lane of passing traffic. The only way out of this situation is to get off the bike, become a pedestrian and cross to the right side of the road.
Towing of bicycles and mopeds is prohibited.

In the dark, a cyclist must wear a reflective vest, and according to clause 19.1 of the Russian Traffic Regulations, lights or headlights must be installed on the bicycle at night or when visibility is insufficient. The characteristics of these devices are not specified.

Important! A cyclist is a full participant in transport traffic, as noted above, therefore, before maneuvering, he is obliged to give the appropriate signal. Since bicycles do not have turn signals, signals are given by hand.

The most common violations among cyclists should be noted. Driving towards cars on the road or driving at a pedestrian crossing. A bicycle is the same vehicle; it is assigned a certain section of the road. The above situations are a gross violation of traffic rules.

Since prohibitive norms have been mentioned, mention should be made of the liability that cyclists may incur. In the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation, a bicycle is not considered a full-fledged vehicle. However, for such illegal acts there is a special norm - Art. 12.29 Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation.

Thus, sanctions against a cyclist occur in the following cases:

Violation of any traffic rules may result in a fine of 800 rubles.
Driving a bicycle while intoxicated may entail an increased fine, the amount of which is 1-1.5 thousand rubles.

It is also worth mentioning Article 12.30 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation. If a citizen on a bicycle interferes with other cars with his maneuver, then the inspector has the right to impose a fine of 1 thousand rubles on him.

If a citizen violated traffic rules through negligence, which resulted in harm to the life and health of another participant in the accident (normally considered mild or moderate severity), then a fine of 1-1.5 thousand rubles should be imposed.

Today, the program of discounts for paying fines continues to operate. The conditions are as follows: within 20 days after the ruling is issued, you are given a discount of 50% of the actual fine amount. You can pay the fine on the government services website, at traffic police ATMs, or at a branch of any bank.

Thus, cycling on the roadway is permitted from the age of 14. However, a cyclist, being an equal participant in traffic, must comply with traffic rules. Otherwise, he is subject to administrative liability.

Recently, the number of people who like to ride a bicycle has increased significantly. This popularity is primarily due to the fact that a person improves his health, does not stand in traffic jams and sometimes gets to his destination faster than a car driver. Many people think about using a bicycle as transport for commuting to work, to the store, to nature, etc.

It is worth noting that walking on pedestrian paths is very problematic, and there are very few special bicycle lanes in a large city. Therefore, you often have to travel on a common road with cars. To avoid additional problems, you need to clearly know the rules of cycling.

What role does a cyclist play when driving on public roads?

Few people know, but the driver of a two-wheeled vehicle, riding along the roadway, becomes a full participant in the traffic. We can say that a collection of traffic rules (traffic rules) for cyclists is appearing, which coincide with the general ones. There is only one point of limitation, which will be discussed later.

The positioning of the cyclist also needs to be studied. Everyone knows that a two-wheeler usually travels at a speed of less than 30 km/h. The bicycle driver is not protected by the body and other safety features of the vehicle. It is difficult for him to show a turn and he must be especially careful when driving through an intersection.

As already noted, there are bicycle traffic rules. To avoid confusion, you must first understand the terms. A bicycle is a vehicle with at least two wheels that is propelled by muscular energy. The driver is the operator of the vehicle. If a person is walking and a bicycle is rolling nearby, he is not considered a driver.

As for rights and responsibilities, the only thing worth noting here is positioning. The rules for riding a bicycle coincide with the general requirements, with the exception of cases when a person does not ride it, but rolls next to him. Then he is considered a pedestrian with all the ensuing circumstances.

What places are you allowed to drive to?

This issue is quite acute, precisely because of the lack of special lanes, lovers of two-wheeled vehicles must move along the highway. So where can you ride your bike? It is worth noting that such places are designated quite specifically:

Bicycle paths. In theory, such lanes should be everywhere for ease of movement, but in practice the situation with them is sad. However, if such a path is still present, you need to drive only along it.
Roadway. Bicycle traffic rules apply here. That is, you can only move along the right edge of the roadway. There are limits: no further than 1 m from the curb or directly along it. In the case when the bicycle driver dismounts and leads him behind him, it is necessary to move with his back to the traffic, and not vice versa.
Pedestrian area or sidewalk. This point is the last one when considering the rules of cycling. Only if there are no other paths, you can drive in this zone.

In practice, most lovers of two-wheeled vehicles like to ride on sidewalks, which is, in principle, contrary to the rules. A cyclist is a road user, not a pedestrian. This is worth remembering when you travel.

Technical component and maneuver signals

As already noted, a cyclist needs to take his hobby seriously and always check that everything is in order before leaving. The first thing you should pay attention to is the technical condition of the bike. There is a provision for the approval of vehicles for use, which describes in detail what is required of it for normal operation. Before leaving home, it is better to carefully check everything and make sure that the bike is in good condition. If any violations have been identified, it is better not to move on it until the problems are resolved.

Now let's talk more about turn signals. The driver of a two-wheeler must:

before making a maneuver or changing lanes, warn other traffic participants of your intention with the help of light signals or using your hand;
remember that the cyclist turns calmly, without violations;
if you want to maneuver to the left, you need to extend your left arm to the side or bend your right arm at the elbow so that it looks up;
in case of a right turn, you should mirror your actions;
when braking, you must raise your right or left hand;
when stopping, lower your left hand down;
remember that the cyclist informs in advance about his movement so that there are no problems on the road in the form of a traffic jam or accident.

It is worth paying attention to the fact that before leaving for the city it is better to practice in order to minimize the risk of an accident. Slow movement is encouraged, since in this case a person will protect himself from injury.

How to maneuver correctly?

Turning is an integral part of cycling, and not only that. Maneuvering is a deviation from a straight trajectory. According to the traffic rules for cyclists, the driver must give way to another vehicle if it is moving straight. Lane changes and turns must be performed correctly to avoid an accident.

Start of movement is the moment when you want to start riding. In this case, you should give way to all passing vehicles. At the first opportunity to leave, you must turn the steering wheel to the left, straighten out and continue driving. If your route is laid through a yard, then when entering it, you must also give way to all oncoming vehicles.

Changing lanes should be done smoothly, without causing disturbances on the road. Usually it needs to be done to avoid obstacles or move in the permitted direction. For example, you are moving along the middle lane, and you need to turn right. Before reaching the intersection, you need to smoothly change lanes in advance. In this case, you need to let cars pass and reduce speed. As for avoiding obstacles, the one on whose side there is no fence has an advantage.

Driving through intersections

The rules for riding a bicycle on the roadway about crossing intersections boil down to the fact that you can ride it in one of four ways: straight, right, left, and turn around. It is worth noting that turning right is allowed in all situations unless there is a prohibiting sign. The right side is considered the cyclist's legal place, so there should be no issues with the maneuver. The driver can also drive straight without changing lanes into the adjacent lane. There are cases when the right side is intended exclusively for turning, then you should still change lanes and drive in the right direction.

With the maneuver of a U-turn and a turn to the left, things are more complicated. A cyclist has the right to change the trajectory of movement only on those roads where there is one lane in each direction. A prerequisite is the absence of tram tracks. It is worth noting that, other things being equal, the tram has priority over the bicycle.

Types of intersections

There are several types of intersections: uncontrolled, priority and controlled. Let's look at each in more detail, since this information is very important for the correct movement of cyclists.

Uncontrolled intersections are driven through according to the “obstacle on the right” principle. Before turning, you must give way to all vehicles coming from there. If you need to turn left, you should skip the entire oncoming lane.

Intersections with priority are those intersections where, according to traffic rules, some people pass, no matter what, while others give way. Here the priority of roads comes first: main and secondary. In order to avoid problems with the definition, it is necessary to carefully study the rules of cycling. If you are driving along the main lane, you need to slow down a little before the intersection; you need to keep in mind that not everyone knows about the rules. If you need to turn left at such an intersection, then you must give way to vehicles moving from all directions.

As for signalized intersections, they are street intersections where it is prohibited to turn left. However, there are certain tricks to the rules of cycling. For example, you can do the maneuver in two ways:

get off the vehicle and walk across the pedestrian crossing;
drive at an angle of 90 degrees, first straight to the end, turn left and straight again. This option is suitable for those roads where there are no zebra crossings or nearby cars.

Prohibitions for bicycle drivers

Fans of two-wheeled vehicles should also study the restrictions, because the rules are created primarily to protect people. The following recommendations should be followed:

You must not let go of the steering wheel, except when giving a signal about the intention of any action. In this case, you need to stop;
It is forbidden to talk on the phone, you can only use a headset;
You cannot drive on highways;
In addition, it is prohibited to turn left on multi-lane roads or where tram tracks are present.

If we look at it as a whole, all the rules are quite logical; those who like to ride a bicycle should study only the last point. Two-wheeler drivers must follow the bicycle lane sign. It shows the possible movement, as well as the prohibition of turning, etc.

Turning left is prohibited only on a multi-lane road; in all other cases, the maneuver is permitted.

Difficult situations

In this question we will look at several difficult cases and the way out of them:

Review. This is very important, because before each maneuver it is necessary to assess the situation. Not all vehicles of this type have bicycle lights and mirrors, so you have to turn your head. However, this action should not affect the quality of control, so you need to practice a lot.
Overtaking. Like other drivers, cyclists have the right to overtake. The rules of cycling state that this maneuver must be performed only on the left side. You can overtake other two-wheeled vehicles and move in two rows, if this does not contradict the rules.
Crossing intersections. Priority like the main road applies to both cars and bicycles. That is, the “interference on the right” has not been canceled. Special attention should be paid to turning left. It is allowed to maneuver on a single-lane road. In other cases, it is recommended to get off the bike and walk through the intersection according to all the rules of a pedestrian.
Obstacles. The roads are different, so it is possible to drive near corners, tunnels, thickets and other obstacles. In this case, a regular horn will do just fine to warn other vehicles of an approaching bicycle. In other countries like Ukraine and Belarus, every driver is required to have a bell. In our country this is not established by law, but is implied for each type of transport.

Responsibility

Since all the traffic rules that apply to motorists also apply to cyclists, it is logical that in the event of an accident they are also responsible. The Code of Administrative Offenses controls this issue. Fines for violation of traffic rules by bicycle drivers are provided in accordance with the law. For example, for violation of rules by pedestrians and other traffic participants, monetary compensation can be up to 10,000 rubles.

In addition, the Code of Administrative Offenses contains many other articles that regulate non-compliance with the requirements of road signs, transportation of goods, stopping, towing, etc. It is prohibited to drive through a red traffic light; if there is a traffic controller, priority should be given to him. This is to ensure that cyclists know that they are ordinary road users who must follow the rules or face liability.

If a cyclist is found to be intoxicated while violating the rules, then an amount of 1,000 to 1,500 rubles is added to the fine. You need to know that you can pay compensation on the spot for no more than 1 minimum wage. The rest of the money must be transferred through the cash desk at the bank. After committing a violation, the traffic police officer must issue a receipt, since without it it is impossible to pay the fine. You should also remember the presumption of innocence.

Route selection

If you are new to this business and just like to occasionally ride a bike around the city, it is better to choose a road with low traffic. There the ride will be more comfortable, the chance of getting into an accident is minimal and there are many other advantages. Wide streets with high traffic levels should be avoided. Of course, an experienced driver will drive everywhere, but it’s better not to take risks. Nobody canceled caution, so you don’t need to drive on the same road with cargo trucks.

Cyclists are prohibited from traveling on highways. This is easily explained by the fact that the average speed there is about 90 km/h. It is worth noting that there is no age limit for riding a bicycle. However, children under 14 years of age are not permitted to use this vehicle for permanent travel. After all, they don’t yet understand and don’t know all the rules, and what could be more dangerous than ignorance? Children can ride in the presence of adults, and ride slowly. This way you can protect yourself and your child.

Safety rules when riding a bicycle

To conclude the article, we will present a few points that will help you protect yourself on the roads and minimize the likelihood of an accident. Let's talk about this in more detail:

When riding a two-wheeler, you must wear a helmet to help protect against head injuries. The helmet must be comfortable and meet the standards.
It is not recommended to listen to the radio or player through headphones. As a result, the driver loses touch with reality and may not hear any important signal.
Follow the rules, markings, pay attention to traffic lights, etc.
Watch the speed, it should not be too high. The speed is chosen by the cyclist himself, based on his experience and the quality of the road.
Before the maneuver, give the necessary signals so that other drivers understand you.
In any case, you need to look at the quality of the road. Various holes, drains, and hatches must be avoided to avoid injury.
If you enter the roadway, your attention should double. After all, the car is much larger than its little friend. You can put up big signals and wear special clothes so that your bike is immediately noticed on the road.
While driving, do not let go of the steering wheel. To ride a bicycle, you need to learn how to balance. However, even masters of sports have failures. Without holding onto the steering wheel, you could suddenly fall to one side and be seriously injured.
If you are taking any medications that may affect your agility or alertness, it is best not to drive.

When driving a vehicle, you need to put aside pathos and focus on the road. This will minimize the likelihood of an accident and injury.