Bicycle Route Map - BMTS

Share The RoadBicycling LawsOne Person Per BikeRiding double is permitted onlywhen carrying a child, age oneor older, in an approved carrieror when riding on a tandembicycle. Cyclists under age 14must always wear a helmet.Never RideAgainst TrafficMotorists are not looking forbicyclists riding on the wrong sideof the street. Ride with traffic toavoid accidents.Use Hand SignalsUse hand signals to indicateupcoming turns, lane changes,slowing, and stopping. New Yorklaw also requires each bicycleto be equipped with a bell or ahorn.Earphones areDangerousUsing earphones while bicycling(or skating) on a publicright-of-way (street or sidewalk)is illegal.Use Lights at NightAlways use a strong light-coloredheadlight and a red taillight atnight or when visibility is poor.Use bike reflectors and reflectiveclothing. See and be seen!Obey Traffic Signsand SignalsBicyclists must obey all localand state traffic rules. Bicyclistshave the same rights, privilegesand duties as operators of othervehicles. Remember, a bicycleis not a toy.Use Caution if Bicycling on SidewalksBikes are permitted on sidewalks except where local laws prohibiting bicycling onsidewalks have been established. Bicyclists on sidewalks must yield to pedestrians and allvehicular traffic (including at driveways). Remember, motorists do not anticipate vehiclestraveling quickly on the sidewalk from either direction.