Promoting Non-motorised Transport in Asian Cities
Shakti Sustainable Energy Foundation conducted a study to assess the viability of promoting non-motorised transport in Asian cities. As part of the study, they undertook a project – Nehru Place Placemaking. See more at: http://shaktifoundation.in/report/promoting-non-motorised-transport-asian-cities-policymakers-toolbox/
Shakti Sustainable Energy Foundation conducted a study to assess the viability of promoting non-motorised transport in Asian cities. As part of the study, they undertook a project – Nehru Place Placemaking. See more at: http://shaktifoundation.in/report/promoting-non-motorised-transport-asian-cities-policymakers-toolbox/
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Parameter<br />
Conflict with other modes<br />
Availability of Cycle Tracks<br />
Behavior of motorists<br />
Light<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Quality of Rid<strong>in</strong>g surface<br />
Cross<strong>in</strong>g po<strong>in</strong>ts<br />
Availability of cycle park<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Shaded lanes<br />
Exposure to air pollution<br />
Traffic calm<strong>in</strong>g measures<br />
Connectivity of street<br />
network<br />
Sign boards and mark<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Connectivity with other<br />
modes<br />
Presence of service shops<br />
Priority at junctions<br />
Perception of security<br />
Land use<br />
Presence of showers at<br />
workplaces<br />
Description<br />
This parameter assesses the level of conflict cyclists face on the streets. Conflict with other<br />
modes, especially motorized ones leads to serious <strong>in</strong>juries and are a major deterrent to cycle<br />
Availability of dedicated and exclusive cycle tracks is one of the ways to encourage cycl<strong>in</strong>g.<br />
This aga<strong>in</strong> greatly reduces conflict with other modes and <strong>in</strong>creases speed and comfort as<br />
well as a sense of safety. But at the same time, a street with relatively low traffic should not<br />
be penalized for not hav<strong>in</strong>g cycle track. Therefore this parameter can be looked at from a<br />
network po<strong>in</strong>t of view, especially when connect<strong>in</strong>g to public transport term<strong>in</strong>als or transit<br />
po<strong>in</strong>ts. An obstruction free cycle track is given higher rat<strong>in</strong>g.<br />
Behavior of motorists towards cyclists and pedestrians reflects the road/traffic culture and<br />
the priority that is accorded to active transport users. Faster modes (motorists) slow<strong>in</strong>g<br />
down for active transport users.<br />
S<strong>in</strong>ce bicycles <strong>in</strong>variably do not have powerful lights like that of motor vehicles, street<br />
light<strong>in</strong>g plays an important role <strong>in</strong> cycl<strong>in</strong>g beyond daylight hours. Light<strong>in</strong>g becomes<br />
important for a cyclist's visibility and to make the bicycle visible to other road users.<br />
Quality of the rid<strong>in</strong>g surface directly impacts the quality and comfort of the ride. Ideally<br />
asphalt or concreted surface are more suitable than tiles as they do not have frequent jo<strong>in</strong>ts<br />
and undulations. The surface should be free from cracks, gaps, undulations.<br />
Cross<strong>in</strong>g po<strong>in</strong>ts should be wide enough to accommodate many cyclists and keep them safe<br />
at the medians. Cross<strong>in</strong>g po<strong>in</strong>ts should also be available at frequent <strong>in</strong>tervals with sufficient<br />
time for cross<strong>in</strong>gs.<br />
Safe and adequate cycle park<strong>in</strong>g is important to encourage both full length as well as last<br />
mile connectivity.<br />
Tree shade from the heat makes cycl<strong>in</strong>g more comfortable and less tir<strong>in</strong>g<br />
High levels of pollution can be a deterrent to cycle, expos<strong>in</strong>g cyclists to the pollutant.<br />
Cyclists tend to <strong>in</strong>hale at a higher rate than motorists or pedestrians.<br />
To reduce the speed of motorized modes, traffic calm<strong>in</strong>g measures should be <strong>in</strong> place, <strong>in</strong><br />
the form of design or other external apparatus<br />
Presence of well-connected street network make cycl<strong>in</strong>g easier by reduc<strong>in</strong>g travel distance<br />
and time<br />
Road sign boards and pavement mark<strong>in</strong>g help road users to clearly del<strong>in</strong>eate the cycl<strong>in</strong>g<br />
paths or tracks and provide <strong>in</strong>formation to all<br />
Cycl<strong>in</strong>g is a very crucial last mile connector, (apart from be<strong>in</strong>g a ma<strong>in</strong> mode for some).<br />
Therefore <strong>in</strong>tegrat<strong>in</strong>g cycl<strong>in</strong>g with other modes is essential for seamless travel<br />
Service shops are essential to fix problems <strong>in</strong> a cycle, from punctures to other repairs and<br />
their presence makes gives a hassle free trip<br />
Prioritiz<strong>in</strong>g cyclists over motorists at signals, junctions<br />
This parameter assesses the feel<strong>in</strong>g of security from crime as slow modes like walk<strong>in</strong>g and<br />
cycl<strong>in</strong>g are more prone to crime such as mugg<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Considered <strong>in</strong> preference survey<br />
Considered <strong>in</strong> preference survey<br />
Considered <strong>in</strong> preference survey<br />
Service shops<br />
Weather<br />
Priority at Junctions<br />
Perception of Security<br />
Considered <strong>in</strong> preference survey<br />
Dropped<br />
Considered<br />
Introduced<br />
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