Bicyclists have all the rights and duties applicable to the driver of any other vehicle and can be penalized for violating traffic laws.
- Obey traffic laws, signs and signals
- Ride in the right lane, except when passing another vehicle, preparing for a left turn or avoiding hazards
- Ride on paved shoulders and bike lanes when present and free of hazards
- Ride on the right, never ride against traffic
- Ride no more than two abreast, returning to single-file if riding two abreast would impede the flow of traffic
- On curving canyon roads without bike lanes or shoulders, play it safe and ride single file
- Use hand signals to indicate right or left turns, slowing or stopping
- Use a headlight, taillight and reflectors at night
- Act like a vehicle on the roads — bicycles have the same rights and responsibilities
- Never assume motorists see you or that you have the right-of-way
- Wear appropriate gear to protect yourself: helmet, glasses and gloves
- Expect the unexpected; your first responsibility is to be safe
Watch the following public service announcement produced by 9News and Bicycle Colorado for more information:
