Good afternoon, dear reader.

As soon as sufficiently warm weather sets in over the central part of Russia, the number of two-wheeled vehicles increases significantly. Hundreds of drivers of bicycles and mopeds appear on the city streets and pour into the dense traffic flow.

In my experience, at least 80 percent of non-licensed two-wheelers have absolutely no idea about and hit the road completely unprepared.

Traffic rules for bicycles

Consider rules traffic for bicycles. With a cursory review of the text, it may seem that traffic rules for cyclists are concentrated exclusively in section 24 of the rules "". However, in reality, things are completely different.

In the rules of the road, there are several types of road users to which a particular paragraph of the rules may apply. Among others, this motor vehicle, vehicle And driver. An unpowered bicycle is not a motor vehicle, however, all the points relating to drivers and vehicles apply to cyclists as well.

Attention! Rules relating to pedestrians do not apply to cyclists. They apply only to persons riding a bicycle.

Thus most traffic rules apply to cyclists, including the special 24 section. I will not disassemble and explain absolutely everything for cyclists in this article. The interested reader can do it himself. I will focus only on those points of the rules that are most often violated by cyclists.

Technical condition of the bike

2.3. Driver vehicle must:

2.3.1. Before leaving, check and ensure that the vehicle is in good technical condition on the way in accordance with the Basic Provisions for the Admission of Vehicles to Operation and Responsibilities officials to ensure road safety (hereinafter - the Basic Provisions).

Do not drive in the event of a malfunction working brake system, steering, a coupling device (as part of a road train), unlit (absent) headlights and tail lights at night or in conditions of insufficient visibility, an inactive windshield wiper on the driver's side during rain or snowfall.

So the rules of the road ban cycling, which has malfunctions of the service brake system or steering. And we are talking not just about riding a bike with broken handlebars or broken brakes.

There are "passionate" cyclists who try to reduce the weight of the bike in all sorts of ways. Including in the course is the removal of brakes and other structural elements. Punishment for such a violation is provided for by the Code of Administrative Offenses and will be discussed at the end of the article.

Alcoholic intoxication of a cyclist

Movement of cyclists over 14 years of age possibly in descending order:

1. On cycle paths, cycle paths or cycle lanes.
2. On the right side of the road.
3. Along the side.
4. On a sidewalk or footpath.

Please note that each subsequent item in the above list implies that there are no previous items.

For example, you can drive along the side of the road (paragraph 3) only if there is no cycle path or lane, and also if there is no possibility of moving along the right edge of the carriageway.

In addition, there are a few exceptions:

• You can ride on the carriageway if the width of the bike or load exceeds 1 meter.
• You can drive on the carriageway if the movement is carried out in columns.
• You can ride on the sidewalk or footpath if you are accompanying a cyclist under the age of 14 or carrying a child under the age of 7.

When driving on the roadway, the following points of the rules should be borne in mind:

24.5. When cyclists move along the right edge of the carriageway in the cases provided for by these Rules, cyclists must move only one row.

A column of cyclists is allowed to move in two rows if the overall width of the bicycles does not exceed 0.75 m.

The column of cyclists must be divided into groups of 10 cyclists in the case of a single-lane movement or into groups of 10 pairs in the case of a two-lane movement. To facilitate overtaking, the distance between groups should be 80 - 100 m.

Additional Information:

Movement of cyclists aged 7 to 14 possible on sidewalks, pedestrian, bicycle and bicycle footpaths as well as within pedestrian zones.

Please note that "school cyclists" are not allowed to ride on cycle lanes, carriageways and shoulders.

Movement of cyclists under the age of 7 possible only together with pedestrians (on sidewalks, pedestrian and bicycle paths, pedestrian zones).

Thus, in 2020, the movement of cyclists is possible, including on sidewalks and roadsides. In this case, the rules of the cyclist impose additional requirements:

24.6. If the movement of a cyclist on a sidewalk, footpath, curb or within pedestrian zones endangers or interferes with the movement of other persons, the cyclist must dismount and be guided by the requirements provided for by these Rules for the movement of pedestrians.

I note that when driving on sidewalks, footpaths, roadsides and pedestrian zones, a cyclist should not interfere with the movement of other persons. If necessary, the cyclist must get off the bike and continue as a pedestrian.

Let's consider an interesting example. Suppose a car (in some cases it is allowed by the rules) and a cyclist are driving on the sidewalk. If a collision (accident) occurs, then both road users will be to blame for it. If the cyclist walks along the sidewalk, then he will not be to blame for the accident (he will not pay for car repairs).

Thus, paragraph 24.6 emphasizes that in the case sidewalk accident one of his culprits in any case will be a cyclist.

Dedicated lanes for cyclists

In 2020, on the roads you can find dedicated lanes for cyclists, marked with special signs:

These lanes are restricted to bicycles and mopeds.

Dedicated lanes for public transport

In addition, in 2020, cyclists can also use dedicated lanes for public transport. Clause 18.2 of the Rules:

18.2. On roads with a lane for route vehicles, marked with signs 5.11.1, 5.13.1, 5.13.2 and 5.14, the movement and stopping of other vehicles on this lane are prohibited, except for:
...
On lanes for route vehicles cyclists allowed if such a strip is located on the right.

Please note that a cyclist can enter a public transport lane only if this lane is marked with one of the signs listed above. In addition, there should be no additional conditions prohibiting entry into the specified lane.

For example, in some Russian cities the traffic is organized as follows. In fact, the road has a dedicated lane for route vehicles and all traffic participants understand this. However, from the point of view of traffic rules, the lane is not indicated by the signs listed above. Just at the entrance to it, a sign 3.1 "brick" is installed.

The requirements of this sign can be ignored only by public transport drivers. The rest of the vehicles, including cyclists, cannot pass under the "brick".

Additional Information:

Cycling areas

On December 14, 2018, the concept of "Bicycle zone" appeared in the rules of the road. The following are used to designate a bicycle zone: road signs:

Not only cyclists, but also motor vehicles (cars) can move along the bicycle zone. In this case, the following rules must be observed:

• Cyclists have priority over cars.
• Cyclists can move along the entire passing side of the carriageway, and not just at the right edge.
• Bicyclists are not prohibited from turning left and making U-turns on wide roads.
• The speed limit is 20 km/h.
• Pedestrians can cross the road anywhere, but they do not have an advantage.

For more information about bike zones, see the following article:

Bicycle riders must yield to pedestrians at crossings

14.1. The driver of a vehicle approaching an unregulated pedestrian crossing must give way to pedestrians crossing the road or entering the carriageway (tram tracks) to make the crossing.

A bicycle, like any other vehicle, must slow down or stop before crossing to let pedestrians through.

Lights for bicycles

At night, the bicycle must have headlights or lights on, and during daylight hours, dipped headlights or daytime running lights:

19.1. At night and in conditions of insufficient visibility, regardless of road lighting, as well as in tunnels, a moving vehicle must turn on the following lighting devices:

on all motor vehicles and mopeds - high or low beam headlights, on bicycles - headlights or lanterns, on horse-drawn carts - lanterns (if any);

19.5. During daylight hours, all moving vehicles must turn on dipped beam headlights or daytime running lights to identify them.

So far, I have not met a single cyclist who uses low beam headlights or daytime running lights when driving during the day. In this regard, traffic police officers can impose a fine on almost any bicycle driver.

Age to ride a bike

Bicycling is allowed at any age. However, depending on the age, the rules for cycling differ (this was discussed above).

Movement on the carriageway of roads is possible only from from 14 years old.

Prohibitions for cyclists

24.8. Cyclists and moped drivers are prohibited from:

• ride a bicycle, moped without holding the steering wheel with at least one hand;
• transport cargo that protrudes more than 0.5 m in length or width beyond the dimensions, or cargo that interferes with control;
• to transport passengers, if this is not provided for by the design of the vehicle;
• transport children under 7 years of age in the absence of specially equipped places for them;
• turn left or turn around on roads with tram traffic and on roads with more than one lane for traffic in this direction (except when turning left from the right lane is allowed, and with the exception of roads located in bicycle zones);
• move on the road without a fastened motorcycle helmet (for moped drivers);

24.9. It is prohibited to tow bicycles and mopeds, as well as towing by bicycles and mopeds, except for towing a trailer intended for use with a bicycle or moped.

From this list, the following points should be noted:

1. Bicycle riders are prohibited from turning left and turning around on roads with more than one lane in a given direction. Those. a left turn in the city is prohibited for a cyclist on almost all major streets.

Note. This requirement does not apply to cycling zones, as well as on roads where a left turn is allowed from the rightmost lane.

In practice, we can offer the following way out of this situation. The cyclist leaves his vehicle and becomes a pedestrian. Then he crosses the intersection in the required direction on the pedestrian crossing. After that, he again sits on the bike and continues to move along the roadway or roadside.

So the fines for cyclists are currently nothing compared to (30,000 rubles for driving while intoxicated). In addition, the advantage of cyclists on the road lies in the fact that for violation traffic rules they are rarely fined. And this, in turn, leads to the fact that most of the "two-wheeled" behave unpredictably on the road, provoking the emergence of dangerous situations.

On this consideration of the features finished. Once again I remind you that every cyclist needs to read the full version at least once.

Well, in conclusion, I suggest you watch a short video that clearly demonstrates what a violation of traffic rules for cyclists can lead to:

Good luck on the roads!

As for the sign 3.9 "Movement on bicycles is prohibited." The rules for this sign include the following paragraph:

Signs 3.2 - 3.9, 3.32 and 3.33 prohibit the movement of the respective types of vehicles in both directions.

Those. if the sign is installed to the right of the carriageway, then movement along the entire carriageway is prohibited.

GOST R 52289-2004 gives the following information about sign 3.9:

5.4.29. Signs 3.2 - 3.9, 3.32 and 3.33 are installed at each entrance to a section of road or territory where the movement of the corresponding types of vehicles is prohibited. Before side exits to the road, signs are used with one of the plates 8.3.1 - 8.3.3.

No additional information This sign is not in the regulations.

If stick general principles installation of prohibition signs, they prohibit movement to their left. That is, if there is a sidewalk to the right of the sign, then you can drive along it.

Difficulty can arise if the sidewalk is adjacent to the roadway, and the poles are installed to the right of the sidewalk. In this case, the sign is located to the right of the entire road and an incomprehensible situation arises. If you are faced with a similar situation in practice, then it makes sense to write an appeal to the traffic police with a request to clarify the traffic order or change the traffic pattern on this section of the road.

Good luck on the roads!

Alexey-464

A cyclist is prohibited from turning left or turning around on roads with tram traffic and on roads with more than one lane for traffic in a given direction.

Your comment says that almost nowhere you can turn left. Why? This direction is a left turn or U-turn. If the roadway has 3 lanes in each direction, and a left turn (and a U-turn, if not prohibited) is allowed only from the left lane, where is it written that you cannot turn from the third lane? In this direction only from one lane. Either the rules are written crookedly, or those who read them do not understand what is written. Read carefully. For those who turn left, the direction straight or right is not a given. It is generally absent for him, he does not go there.

Where is it written that you can not turn from the third lane?

Paragraph 24.2 prohibits driving away from the right edge of the drive if the movement is carried out on the carriageway.

This direction is a left turn or U-turn

No, such a direction in the SDA is called the "intended direction of movement" (see "passing through intersections": "go in the intended direction"). "Lane in this direction" refers to all lanes for moving forward, no matter forward-left, forward-straight, or forward-right. The "lanes of this direction" are not only the "lanes of the opposite direction" and the dividing strip, but at the intersections there are also intersected ones.

Dmitry-484

Barkhudarov, you are right - traffic rules for cyclists are written by people who not only do not ride bicycles, but also apparently hate cyclists. First of all, everything is done for motorists, because the strongest and richest are primarily motorists. There are already rumors that the rights for cyclists will be introduced. Instead of reining in motorists who have become insolent to the limit, who not only massively violate rights, but in some cases deliberately try to set up a cyclist - they cut off, do not turn on the right turn signal.

Dmitry-484

Or what it takes to dismount when crossing a green light at a regulated intersection, spending a lot of time stopping, crossing on foot and re-accelerating. And all because the motorist who turns on the green is too lazy to break away from telephone conversation, too lazy to slow down and carefully see if there is someone on the zebra. He is also vice versa, when he sees a leisurely cyclist, he will not only not let him through, but will hit the gas pedal!

Are there any clarifications about cycling in underpasses and on overpass bridges? I often see that they are driving, especially on new ramps for strollers with children and disabled people, and for those who find it difficult to climb stairs. Such ramps are shaped like a U, and often around the corner neither a pedestrian sees a cyclist, nor a cyclist sees a woman with a stroller.

Hello! About dismounting at a regulated intersection, about which they wrote a couple of posts ago, to be honest, I did not find it. But I wanted to ask about something else.

1. Does the requirement of paragraph 24.2 to move on the right edge mean that it is mandatory to move to the right if the signs / markings from the right lane allow only to the right? Judging by the context of clauses 24.8 and 8.5, probably not. After all, 24.8 does not prohibit left on single-lane doors, and 8.5 requires you to take an extreme position, not a lane, but a position. That is, it is allowed to leave from the right edge if necessary, and therefore change lanes from which you can go straight, if only to the right from the right.

2. Clause 24.2 allows movement along the side of the road only if it is impossible to move along the right edge of the IF, although for mopeds and horse-drawn carts the old wording "driving along the side of the road is allowed if it does not interfere with pedestrians." It would not be better to keep this in paragraph 24.2,

3. What does the priority of bicycles over other vehicles mean in cycle zones? Cyclists can now ignore paragraphs 8.3, 8.4, 8.8 and section 13 and not give way to other vehicles when entering an adjacent, changing lane, turning left and turning outside the intersection, exiting a secondary road, etc., respectively? I hope no.

Anna, traffic rules do not allow cyclists to use pedestrian crossings (including overground and underground).

24.8. Cyclists and moped drivers are prohibited from:

cross the road at pedestrian crossings.

So the cyclist must dismount, become a pedestrian, and only then go to the crossing.

Good luck on the roads!

OLV, Hello.

2. It is better to send such proposals directly to the Government of the Russian Federation, because It is the employees of this department who are involved in the drafting of the text of traffic rules.

3. An interesting question. Paragraph 24.11 refers to the priority of cyclists over mechanical vehicles. This paragraph does not say anything about priority at intersections. Therefore, it turns out to be unclear what exactly drivers and cyclists should be guided by at intersections (section 13 or paragraph 24.11).

Good luck on the roads!

Bicycle

The one who "arrived" faster is always to blame. Ride your bike wherever you want, just don’t interfere with anyone on purpose and don’t bump into anyone with a specialist, otherwise you will kill yourself and scratch others. "And where someone else's rules begin, your personal freedom ends there"

Obviously, but incredible.

Nicholas-217

In St. Petersburg, for example, one lane of a cycle path runs along the carriageway on one side of the carriageway. This means that in one direction the cyclist must ride along the bike path, and in the opposite direction - along the edge of the carriageway. Or do you have to use the bike path in both directions? The bike path is quite narrow, it is not very comfortable for cyclists traveling towards them to pass there, although it is not very difficult.

A 14+ cyclist rides on a bike path. On the roadway - if there is a bike path - it is not allowed - p 24.2 of the SDA.

Good afternoon Please tell me.

If a cyclist (on a bicycle, respectively) while crossing the carriageway at a pedestrian crossing crashed into a car, then according to the rules, he is to blame. How can I recover the damage caused to the car in this case?

Not sure if the fault lies entirely with the cyclist. To recover damages - according to Article 1064 of the Civil Code of the Russian Federation.

There used to be a rule that cyclists should move towards the flow, that is, in the opposite direction, whatever. This wonderful rule was canceled ???

Anton-150, p 24.2 SDA admits the movement of cyclists only on the right edge of the inverter.

Tatiana-200

My husband was driving in the right lane. When turning to the right, in order to drive into the parking lot, a cyclist flew into his right side. The turn signal was on. Who is to blame in this situation?

Tatyana, the husband did not comply with the requirements of paragraph 8.5 of the SDA. It is not enough to take the right lane and turn on the turn signal. Borrow required extreme right position. Then the cyclist will not be to the right of the husband - he will be behind him. Read paragraph 8.5 of the traffic rules, about the turn signal - paragraph 8.2 of the traffic rules.

Natalia-236

Good afternoon. The question is, is it possible to get on public transport (bus) with a bicycle?

Natalia, Hello.

There are no restrictions on this in the SDA. In practice, problems also usually do not arise, the carriage of a bicycle is paid as baggage.

Did you have any problems?

Good luck on the roads!

A car from the main road was moving to the left into the courtyard, a cyclist was moving along the left side of the passing direction and crashed into the left side of the car, who is to blame?

Elena, the driver of the car violated the requirements of paragraph 8.3 of the traffic rules:

8.3. When entering the road from the adjacent territory, the driver must give way vehicles and pedestrians moving on it, and at the exit from the road - pedestrians and cyclists, the path of movement of which it crosses.

The cyclist has the right to move on the side of the road, this is not a violation.

Good luck on the roads!

Alexander-847

Regarding the drunk cyclist: there is a fine, judging by the article, for an accident while intoxicated, but just for driving, is it not? It's just forbidden, because vehicle management? And yet, traffic rules apply on the roads, which means that you can drive drunk in the forest or in the field?

Alexander:

1. Part 3 of Article 12.29 of the Code of Administrative Offenses contains a punishment for a cyclist who is in a state of intoxication. It has nothing to do with the accident.

Clause 1.1 of the SDA:

1.1. These Rules of the road (hereinafter referred to as the Rules) establish a unified traffic procedure throughout the territory Russian Federation . Other regulations relating to traffic must be based on the requirements of the Rules and not contradict them.

Good luck on the roads!

Hello. Such a question: In your article, you indicate that a bicycle is a vehicle, and therefore, it is subject to traffic rules provided for all vehicles. Next, you write that the bike can move in 4 zones (bike path, right side of the carriageway, along the side of the road, along the sidewalk). Here we get a contradiction: it seems like vehicles can drive on any lane of the roadway, but a cyclist cannot. The question, in fact, is the following: is there any article that specifically prohibits the movement of a bicycle on other lanes of the road except the right one? I got into a not very pleasant situation. I was cycling on a 2 lane road. At the intersection, one could only turn right from the right lane, and from the left one could only go straight. I needed to go straight, so I changed lanes from the right lane to the left (which turned out to be in the left lane almost in the middle of the road, so the cars from the left lane were on my right hand). Just before the intersection, one of the overtaking cars hit my right pedal with the left rear disc and fender, scratching them. Who is to blame in this situation? And if it's my (the cyclist's) fault, how can I mitigate the consequences of this accident as much as possible? Can OSAGO cover these scratches for the driver? Thank you in advance!

Kirill, Hello.

1. The issues of the location of cyclists on the roadway are discussed in detail in. In short, the rules do not explicitly say that a cyclist must ride only on the right lane of the road. However, the rules suggest driving "on the right side of the roadway".

2. As for the accident, in any case, you were not at the right edge of the carriageway, but rather far from it. That is, there is a high probability that in your actions they will see a violation of paragraph 24.2 of the traffic rules.

It is not clear from your description whether any violations were committed by the driver of the car.

3. If you mean OSAGO for a car, then it does not cover damage to the car itself. Under OSAGO, they can reimburse the cost of repairing a bicycle if the driver of the car is found to be the culprit. If you are found to be the culprit and your liability is not insured (most likely it is), then you will have to pay the cost of the repair.

Good luck on the roads!

wandering spirit

Alexander:

2. Why do you think that traffic rules are valid only on the roads?

1.1. These Rules of the Road (hereinafter referred to as the Rules) establish a unified traffic procedure throughout the Russian Federation. Other regulations relating to traffic must be based on the requirements of the Rules and not contradict them.

"Road traffic" - a set of social relations that arise in the process of moving people and goods with or without vehicles within roads.

"Road" - a strip of land or a surface of an artificial structure, equipped or adapted and used for the movement of vehicles. The road includes one or more carriageways, as well as tram tracks, sidewalks, shoulders and dividing lanes, if any.

If you want to comply with the requirements of paragraph 19.5, then install any bicycle headlight or lamp on the bike. And turn on this device while driving.

Good luck on the roads!

Valeria-22

I rode my bike on the sidewalk. A car drove out of the surrounding area and hit me. They accused me of ending me and issued a fine, guided by articles p.1.5, p.24.2, p.24.6. Question: why then does the article p.8.3 exist? I always move only on the sidewalks, because I think it's safe. Do the rules oblige me to drive only on the road or the shoulder?

I always move only on the sidewalks, because I think it's safe. Do the rules oblige me to drive only on the road or the shoulder?

Indeed, a cyclist over 14 years old is allowed to drive on the sidewalk - as an exception: p 24.2 of the SDA: when there are no bicycle and bicycle paths, a lane for cyclists, or there is no possibility to move along them, as well as along the right edge of the carriageway or roadside;

However, the movement of a cyclist on the sidewalk does not exempt the driver from complying with clause 8.3 of the SDA. You have 10 days to appeal against the APN decision. However, there is no point in appealing - you really violated traffic rules by moving along the sidewalk. But you did not write anything about determining guilt in an accident. You in an accident blame something?

Hello. I am "great". Not an athlete. I was driving along the sidewalk. A passenger car suddenly jumped out of the parking lot from around the corner of the house. I managed to slow down and turn left. The blow fell on my right side. (I am being treated ...) When I drove into this exit from the yard, I looked to the left ... Obviously, the driver of the passenger car looked to the left late. But he also slowed down, although he was going to drive to the exit onto the road. The Tyumen traffic police said that I had violated the traffic rules. And I thought that when leaving the parking lot or from the yard before entering the carriageway, the driver of the car does not have priority over the cyclist. It's good that I was in my place, and not a child on a scooter

Good luck on the roads!

Maksim, Good afternoon! Calling the 112 service, I was sent to the duty unit in the city, where they said that there was no prohibition on driving on sidewalks in the rules and “there are a lot of things written on the Internet.” I call the traffic police for the second time. The first time no one came. I'm waiting for them again today, they said that they would come, but it doesn't spin much.

National, Hello.

If the traffic police does not respond to your complaints, then write a complaint to the prosecutor's office about the inaction of employees.

Good luck on the roads!

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Cyclist - driver of a vehicle Fundamentals of life safety Completed by: OBZH teacher, Beresnev Alexey Alexandrovich

I. Bicycle History First two wheeler was invented in Russia in 1801 by master Artamonov and was called SCOOTER. It was made entirely of iron, weighed 40 kg and rolled by itself, unless, of course, the rider pedaled attached to the large front wheel.

II. Types of bikes For normal road riding For long-distance highway riding For off-road riding, for downhill travel Convenient for traveling For tricks and jumps Like a road bike, folds compactly for portability and storage

III. A bicycle is a simple and convenient machine capable of trouble-free operation on any road, under various climatic conditions. Bicycling does not require a special permit. BUT - just like motorists, cyclists are equated to equal road users; BUT - the bike is the most dangerous view transport, as it is unstable when moving, and the cyclist is not protected, like the driver of a car, by a body or a cabin. A cyclist must: know the rules of the road well so as not to become the culprit of a traffic accident and learn how to ride a bicycle perfectly.

A bicycle is a vehicle. The rules of the road stipulate that the minimum age for riding a bicycle on public roads must be 14 completed years.

Face, bicycle driver must: check the technical condition of the vehicle, in particular the steering and braking system.

The movement of the bicycle should be carried out only on the extreme right lane (no further than 1 meter from the curb). Sidewalks and footpaths are allowed to be driven on if this does not interfere with pedestrians. 1 meter

It is allowed to transport children on a bicycle: if the child is under 7 years old; in the case of an additional special seat equipped with reliable footrests.

Do not: Drive if the brake system is faulty or steering. Carry a load that protrudes beyond the dimensions of the bicycle, interfering with control, by more than 0.5 m. Ride without holding the steering wheel with at least one hand.

It is forbidden to tow a bicycle, except for towing with a trailer. It is forbidden to turn left or turn around on roads with tram traffic and on roads with more than one lane for traffic in this direction; It is forbidden to drive on the main road if there is a Bike Lane.

If a bicycle breaks down, you need to drive it along the road, going in the same direction as the traffic. At an uncontrolled intersection of a cycle path with a road (if this intersection is not at an intersection), cyclists must give way to vehicles moving on this road.

The regulation concerning cycling groups states that columns of cyclists on the carriageway must be divided into groups of 10 cyclists. The distance between groups should be 80-100 meters. 10 cyclists

Think and answer: Which group of road signs does this sign in the picture belong to?

Think and answer: Which of the signs prohibits cycling?

Road signs Of the warning signs for cyclists, all signs are more or less important, so you need to know them. Most warning signs are in the form of an equilateral triangle with a red border and a white or yellow background.

Of the prohibition signs (most of them are a circle with a red border and a white or yellow background), one is specifically addressed to cyclists: sign 3.9 “No cycling” In addition to this sign, you should also pay attention to: sign 3.1 “No entry”

Sign 3.17.2 "Danger" Sign 3.18.2 "No left turn" Sign 3.18.1 "No right turn"

Sign 3.31 "End of the zone of all restrictions" Sign 3.2 "Movement is prohibited"

Mandatory signs are important for the cyclist all, but especially the sign 4.5 "Bicycle path". This is the second sign addressed specifically to cyclists. Only bicycles and mopeds are allowed on the bike path, and if there is no sidewalk or footpath, then pedestrians.

Almost everything is related to informational signs for cyclists. Some service marks are related to road transport. The rest are relevant for cyclists.

Bicyclist Signals A cyclist who intends to turn or stop must give certain signals: a left turn signal corresponds to an outstretched left hand, the signal of the right turn corresponds to the elongated to the side right hand, (or left arm bent at the elbow up)

Bicyclist signals The rules allow you to raise your opposite arm with respect to the direction of the turn, bent at the elbow at a right angle upwards, but in order for your gestures to be understood unambiguously, it is recommended to extend your arm in the direction of the turn, since the cyclist generally does not care which arm to tear off from the steering wheel.

Signals from a cyclist The brake signal is given with a raised hand. The hand signal must be given well in advance of the start of the maneuver and may be terminated immediately before the maneuver.

According to statistics, a cyclist on the road is five times more likely to be involved in a traffic accident than a car driver. An analysis of accidents involving cyclists shows that most of them occur as a result of cyclists' apparent disregard for the rules of maneuvering on the roads, timely warning signals and the right of way of other vehicles.

That's why prerequisite riding on the streets and roads is a clear knowledge of the cyclist "Rules of the road" and strict compliance with their requirements.

The bicycle as a means of transportation is becoming more and more popular. This is a fast and environmentally friendly mode of transport that allows you to maintain a healthy physical shape.

Due to the fact that cyclists often move not only on pedestrians, but become direct participants in the road, they need to know the rules of the road for cyclists established by law in 2020.

Having studied the basic traffic rules for cyclists, you can learn how to turn correctly at a difficult intersection, where it is better to move - along the sidewalk or along the side of the road, how to cross a pedestrian crossing, who should be the first to pass the intersection - a car or a bicycle.

The role of the cyclist on the track

To learn the rules of the road for cyclists, you need to start with familiarization with the general positioning.

A cyclist very often moves at a speed of less than 30 km / h, he is not protected by a body and special safety arcs, and it is also difficult for him to indicate the direction of his movement or to study the situation on the road on the sides and behind.

All this makes the process of moving on the road more difficult and dangerous.

To avoid problems on the road and accidents, the cyclist is currently endowed with the same rights as the driver of a car and a motorcycle. There are only a few minor limitations, which can be found in this article.

The authors of traffic rules in the process of developing and agreeing on rules use special terms. Most of the descriptions are significantly reduced, which allows not to clutter the reader's mind with official words.

A bicycle is a type of vehicle with two wheels.. It is driven by muscular energy, and can also be equipped with an electric motor.

A cyclist is a driver, that is, a person driving a vehicle.

As soon as a cyclist moves by means of a bicycle carrying next to him, it is equated to an ordinary pedestrian. In other words, its role in traffic is completely changing.

If a cyclist carries a vehicle next to him and becomes a pedestrian, he is entitled to the rights of this category of traffic.

It is worth noting that a cyclist who walks along the highway does not become a pedestrian, he is subject to the rights of a pedestrian, this is a driver.

As soon as a person switches to a bicycle, he becomes a full-fledged driver, entrusting him with all the duties and rights of such.

When describing the traffic rules that apply to cyclists, first of all, it is necessary to note the places where they can move. The permitted places of movement are quite specific.

Here are the most basic valid places:

1. City bike paths.
2. The right edge of the carriageway, no more than a meter from the edge or directly on the side of the road. These are equal places. When moving along the road on foot, the cyclist must walk in the direction of travel, and not against him, like pedestrians.
3. In the process of moving along the sidewalk, that is, along the pedestrian zone, you can only move if the first two options are not available.

Based on the above, we can conclude that cyclists who move along the sidewalks violate the rules.

A bicycle is a vehicle, not a pedestrian on wheels. This rule does not apply to children under 14 years of age. They can move along sidewalks and paths at the same time as pedestrians.

Difficult situations at intersections

There are some rather difficult situations that cyclists who move around the track as full-fledged road users can face. Here are the most basic requirements for cyclists.

Review

Before making a maneuver, the cyclist, as a rule, does not have the opportunity to look in the mirror, since it is simply absent.

Despite such difficulties, the cyclist is obliged to make sure that his maneuver will be carried out according to the rules, that in the process of movement there will be no interference with the movement of other vehicles.

This can be done with the help of elementary turns of the head, and here you will need to practice so that the movements do not affect the control of the bike.

Overtaking

Cyclists, like other road users, have the right to overtake.

They have the right to carry out this process only on the left side, taking into account the possibility of starting the movement or accelerating all overtaken cars.

Bicycles can also be overtaken, the rules do not prohibit moving in two rows if this process is a violation of all other rules.

People riding this vehicle are equally subject to certain cyclist duties, priority signs and related regulations.

In other words, a right-turning car that is traveling parallel to a bicycle must give way to a bicycle that is traveling straight ahead.

As for the cyclist, he is obliged to give way to vehicles that ride on the right.

Pay attention to the left turn. On a one-lane road, a cyclist has the right to make a turn in that direction, similar to cars and motorcycles traveling along a full trajectory.

In all other situations, there are two rotation options:

1. Crossing an intersection as a normal pedestrian.
2. Sequential movement in a straight line, a stop with a turn and another drive in the direction of a straight line.

If the intersection is crossed as a pedestrian, the cyclist must guide the bike with his hands. In this case, a person is endowed with all the duties and rights of a pedestrian and relies on the appropriate traffic signals.

In certain cases, cyclists have to move near corners, tunnels, thickets and other obstacles that block the view.

Due to the serious insecurity and fragility of the cyclist compared to other road users, it is recommended to use a special sound signal.

It is he who will be evidence of an approaching vehicle due to the territory of complicated visibility.

In Russia, the installation of a special call is still advisory, while in other countries, the presence of a call is mandatory.

The cyclist, as well as other road users, are obliged to timely give signals regarding the planned maneuvers.

If the backpack or frame is not equipped with newfangled dimensions and turn signals, the cyclist is recommended to use hand signs, which are popular in this case.

Here are a few of the most important ones:

1. Before turning to the right and rebuilding - the right arm is extended to the side or the left arm bent at the elbow.
2. When changing lanes or turning to the left, the left arm or the right arm is extended, bent at the elbow.
3. If you want to stop, just any hand goes up.

There are also several signs that are accepted between cyclists riding in a convoy. If the left hand goes down - this indicates the presence of pits on the left, the same applies to the right hand.

In the process of signaling with your hands, you have to control the bike with one hand. For this reason, it is also worth pre-training, as it can be difficult for beginners to do this.

Cyclists also get into accidents from time to time. In such situations, they, like motorists, bear a certain responsibility.

Cyclists in emergency situations are required to observe the following rules:

1. It is strictly forbidden to leave the scene of the incident.
2. The bike must not be touched or moved.
3. It is worth calling the traffic police.

Cyclists have the same responsibility as ordinary drivers. The exceptions are those cases when the cyclist moves as a pedestrian, that is, driving a vehicle nearby.

Bicycle lights

During the dark hours, special lights or headlights must be activated on each bicycle, as light signs for cyclists.

During daylight hours, it is advisable to install low beam headlights or daytime running lights on the vehicle.

This is a rule established by law, and traffic police officers have every right to impose a fine on a cyclist.

First of all, it is worth noting that cyclists under the age of 14 are prohibited from moving on the carriageway.

A separate section of the traffic rules for cyclists can be divided into the following restrictions and rules for moving along the highway:

The presence of a helmet on a cyclist is especially important. This piece of equipment is able to save the life of a bicycle driver. Don't skimp on your health.

The bike can reach speeds of up to 40 km/h in most cases.. On the roadway, cyclists can appear quite quickly and unexpectedly. Every cyclist should consider this factor.

The movement of cyclists on the roadway in dangerous situations must be reduced to the minimum speed limit. If a cyclist has violated the traffic rules, the traffic police inspector has the right to fine him in accordance with modern legislation.

These requirements and restrictions are quite logical. In more detail and carefully, you just need to study the features of turning left.

If a cyclist is moving through an intersection, he must not turn left. This can be done only in places where the intersection of a single-lane road is provided.

Even here everything is not so simple, there are questions regarding the situation. The turn in this case will not be made from the extreme position, therefore the process may be accompanied by some difficulties. Each of them is worth analyzing in more detail.

Video: Traffic rules for cyclists in 5 minutes

Conclusion

The driver of an ordinary city bike must be a competent road user.

He must follow and know the basic rules for moving on the track and feel the full responsibility for driving on the road. Knowing the traffic rules for cyclists makes it possible to move much faster and more efficiently on your vehicle.

The established rules concern not only certain restrictions, but also the possibilities of movement, among which one can note the correct or priority placement on the road.

To prevent difficult situations on the road, the cyclist is obliged to give signals as timely as possible, corresponding to his subsequent movements and maneuvers.

Every cyclist must respect heavier and faster road users. This is a guarantee of saving the life and health of the cyclist, as well as an ideal opportunity to enjoy riding without violating the law of traffic rules.

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In the paragraph “Movement near obstacles” it is indicated incorrectly “In Russia, the installation of a special bell is still RECOMMENDATIONAL ...”

According to paragraph 6 "BASIC PROVISIONS FOR THE ADMISSION OF VEHICLES FOR OPERATION

AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF ROAD SAFETY OFFICIALS”:

"The bike must have a working brake, handlebar and HORN..."

In the spring of this year, it was supposed to amend the traffic rules regarding cyclists. One of them is the permission to cross the carriageway at a controlled pedestrian crossing ... Are these changes currently in effect or not?

Topic 6. Cyclist - driver of the vehicle

Subject: OBJ.

The date of the:

Compiled by: teacher-organizer of life safety Musagitov R.T.

Purpose: to get acquainted with the Rules of the road for a cyclist.

During the classes

Repetition of the material covered.

What safety measures should be observed by the pedestrian and the passenger as road users?

Name the road signs shown by the teacher.

Message about the topic and purpose of the lesson.

The theme of the lesson is "The cyclist - the driver of the vehicle."

The purpose of the lesson: to get acquainted with the Rules of the road for a cyclist.

Presentation of the program material.

The driver is the main figure in the provision of traffic.

Recall that in our country the number of cars is growing at a high pace: every year there are about 1,300,000 more cars. According to experts' forecasts, there are now 330-440 cars per 1,000 people.

Consequently, the number of drivers is also growing rapidly. At the same time, the level of their professional training and the level of culture in the field of road safety is not very high and does not fully meet the increasing requirements for road users to ensure road safety in modern conditions (as already mentioned, more than 70% of accidents occur through the fault of drivers ).

Therefore, road safety primarily depends on the level of training of drivers and instilling in them a high sense of responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.

For what spiritual and physical qualities driver can judge the level of his culture in the field of road safety? In our opinion, the most significant features can be distinguished:

Correspondence of the driver's state of health and his working capacity to the physical and psychological stresses that arise when driving a vehicle in the conditions of modern roads.

Deep knowledge of the Rules of the Road, their conscious observance and ability to apply in various situations that arise on the road.

Continuous improvement of professional qualities in driving.

Raising a sense of high responsibility for the safety of other road users (pedestrians and passengers), observance of their rights in the field of life safety.

Such qualities do not appear by themselves. They will not arise with obtaining the right to drive a vehicle. They must be brought up with school age and should serve as the foundation for the training of a modern driver, because most young people in life will become drivers of vehicles. This is evidenced by the intensive motorization of the country.

Purposefully, these qualities should be formed from the moment a person becomes a road user. From this moment, he must begin to comprehend the basics of the Rules of the Road and form a conviction in the need to comply with them constantly.

The first vehicle that a person begins to drive in school years is a bicycle. From this moment on, it is necessary to begin to cultivate the qualities of a cultural driver in oneself.

A bicycle is a vehicle that has two or more wheels and is driven by human muscle power.

Attention!

To drive a bicycle while driving on the roads The rules of the road allow persons at least 14 years of age, and a moped - at least 16 years of age. This age may be reduced by decisions of the relevant authorities of the regions, but not more than 2 years. In accordance with this, a teenager at the age of 12 can drive a bicycle on the roads, and a teenager at the age of 14 can drive a moped.

Cycling is not permitted on most city streets, towns and cities. highways. Bicycle as a vehicle has its own characteristics. Firstly, it is not driven by the engine, but by the muscular efforts of the cyclist. Therefore, its speed depends on the physical fitness of the driver. Secondly, the bicycle has high maneuverability, and, thirdly, it is characterized by insufficient stability. Therefore, it is necessary to seriously learn cycling, to be prepared for various situations that may arise on the road.

Remember!

The cyclist is the driver of the vehicle. Therefore, the same requirements are imposed on him as on any driver.

Everyone should know this

Before leaving, each driver is obliged to check and ensure that the vehicle is in good technical condition on the way.

Basic requirements for the technical condition of the bike

The bike must always have serviceable brakes and a sound signal (bell).

When driving on roads at night, the bicycle must be equipped with a white flashlight (headlight) in front, a red flashlight or reflector in the back, and orange or red reflectors on the sides.

Bicycle riders are prohibited

Drive when there is a malfunction in the braking system or steering.

Ride a bike without holding on to the handlebars with at least one hand.

Carry passengers, except for a child under the age of 7 years, on an additional seat equipped with reliable footrests.

Carry cargo that protrudes more than 0.5 m in length or width beyond the dimensions of the bicycle or interferes with control.

Move along the carriageway of the street if there is a nearby bike path.

Turn left or turn around on roads with more than one lane in that direction.

Learn to ride a bike on city streets and highways.

Ride on sidewalks and footpaths (a sidewalk is a road for pedestrians).

Basic duties of a cyclist

On the road, you must keep to the extreme right lane, at a distance of no more than 1 m from the sidewalk or curb. This will ensure the safety of the cyclist.

You can make a left turn or turn around only on roads with one lane for traffic in this direction and without tram traffic. On such roads, the carriageway has a narrow width, which allows the cyclist to make a relatively safe turn or U-turn. If it is necessary to turn left or turn around on a road with tram tracks and having more than one lane for movement in one direction, the cyclist must get off the bike and drive it with his hands, observing the rules established for pedestrians.

If you intend to turn or stop, you must warn other road users about this in advance using hand signals. When turning to the left, raise the left hand or the right hand bent at the elbow to the side. When turning to the right, raise the right arm or the left arm bent at the elbow to the side.

At an unregulated intersection of a cycle path with a road, you must give way to a vehicle moving on the crossed road.

By mastering and improving your skills in riding a bicycle, it is advisable not just to ride it famously, violating all the Rules of the Road, but to prepare to become a professional driver of vehicles.

It should be noted that in the Russian Federation in 1995 the Association of Youth Automobile Schools of Russia was established.

As of January 1, 2004, the Association includes youth automobile schools in 32 regions of Russia, the main of which are Moscow, Saratov, Rostov, Samara, Penza, Kursk, Perm, Stavropol, Nalchik, Kaliningrad, Ryazan, Borisoglebsk, Voronezh region and many other educational institutions.

the main task The Association of Youth Driving Schools of Russia - the creation of a unified holistic system for teaching the skills of safe behavior of children and adolescents on the streets and roads, starting from the age of 5.

Youth driving schools have the status of institutions additional education. During the training, students receive professional training for drivers of vehicles.

The driver training program provides for:

3-year training from the age of 14;

2-year training from the age of 15;

1-year training from 16-16.5 years of age.

Youth automobile schools have an equipped educational and material base, which includes classes, teaching and methodological rooms for laboratory and practical classes, as well as educational equipment. Currently, the fleet of driving schools has over 2,000 vehicles, including more than 200 trucks. The annual renewal of the car park is up to 100 cars.

The work of youth driving schools is built taking into account the requirements of the Federal Law “On Road Safety”, regional programs “On Road Safety”, taking into account the requirements of the administrations of regions and cities in matters of educating the younger generation.

The following pedagogical tasks are solved in youth driving schools:

Raising the general level of culture of road users as a guarantee of safety.

Vocational training of drivers among adolescents and youth.

Professional orientation of young people to professions employed in the automotive industry.

Teaching children and adolescents the skills of safe behavior on the streets and roads, prevention of road traffic injuries.

Organization of free time in order to prevent neglect and delinquency among minors.

Improvement of civil-patriotic, aesthetic, moral, physical education.

Creation of autodromes, motor cities, sections, circles for children to teach safe driving on bicycles, motorcycles, cars.

Organization of methodological assistance to teachers of educational institutions, institutions of additional education, employees health camps, parents and public organizations on the problem of prevention of child road traffic injuries.

In conclusion, we note that reducing the number of traffic accidents, injuries and deaths on the roads depends on each person - a road user. It is possible to reduce the negative impact of the “human factor” on road safety if there is a fundamental change in the attitude of road users to the implementation of the Rules of the Road and the observance of well-known road safety measures, with the realization by each person of the fact that life and health depend largely on his behavior.

Homework

From the Rules of the Road, select and remember the main provisions of what is prohibited for a bicycle driver.

How to turn at a difficult intersection? Should you drive on the sidewalk or on the side of the road? Where to move if you walk along a country road with a broken bike? Who should go through the intersection first - my bike or car? Many questions arise in the mind of a cyclist when he hits the road. Many solve such questions “by eye”, “by experience”, but this is fundamentally wrong. A cyclist is a full-fledged participant in the road traffic. He must know all the requirements of the rules of the road on a bicycle.

The role of the cyclist on the road

Let's start learning the rules for cyclists with positioning. Of course, the cyclist often travels slowly, much slower than the 30 km/h that cuts off some road users. The cyclist is not protected by the body or safety bars. It is difficult for a cyclist to show a turn signal or look in the mirror before passing through an intersection.

Nevertheless, a bicycle and its driver have absolutely the same rights, which many people forget for some reason, the same duties as drivers of cars or motorcycles. The traffic rules for cyclists provide for only one small item of additional restrictions, which we will consider a little later.

Terms

Let's analyze the main terms used by the authors of traffic rules. Descriptions are shortened so as not to cloud the mind of the reader with the official language of laws.
Bicycle - a vehicle with at least two wheels, driven by muscular energy, which, in addition, may have an electric motor.
The driver is the person who drives the vehicle. Those. a cyclist is a driver.
At the same time, a cyclist who rides a bicycle next to him is equated to a pedestrian, completely changing his role in traffic.

Rights and obligations

As it becomes clear from the terminology, a cyclist can quickly change his status on the road if he drives a bicycle near him. At the same time, on a bicycle, he becomes the driver of the vehicle, accepting all the rights and obligations thereof, and on foot - a pedestrian (with the only exception of movement along the highway).

Place of movement

Where can you move?

The rules for cycling are quite specific.

1. Bike lanes - if there is a bike lane, you should ride on it.
2. On the right edge of the road (carriageway), no further than one meter from the edge, or along the side of the road - equivalent places. At the same time, moving along the road on foot and driving a bicycle, movement should be done with your back in the direction of travel, and not against, as the rules require from pedestrians.
3. On the pedestrian zone or on the sidewalk - the last place where a cyclist can move around, it is allowed to use it only in the absence of the two previous options.

In sum, we see a lot of violators riding on the sidewalks, but the rules expect the bike to participate in traffic as a vehicle, and not as a pedestrian with wheels. By the way, this applies only to bikers from 14 years old. Children can choose sidewalks and bicycles for cycling.

Restrictions and prohibitions

A separate section of the rules for cyclists impose a number of restrictions:

• always keep behind the wheel;
• do not use the phone without a headset (this general rule);
• do not drive on motorways (sign "Road for cars" or "Motorway");
• do not turn left on multi-lane roads and roads with a tram line.

In general, all the requirements are quite logical, only one needs to be studied - regarding the turn to the left. Indeed, at intersections, a cyclist will not be able to turn left anywhere except at the intersection of a one-lane road. Even so, there are questions about the position, since the turn will not be made from the leftmost position. We will analyze this and a few more examples below as a complex situation.

Difficult situations

Review

Before making a maneuver, a rare cyclist can look in the mirror due to his absence. However, it is the competitor's responsibility to make sure that the maneuver is carried out according to the rules (for example, without interfering with other vehicles). You should train so that constant head turns do not affect the quality of bike control.

Overtaking

Cyclists, like other vehicles, can overtake, and while cycling they are required to do this only on the left, taking into account the possibility of starting or accelerating the overtaken cars. Overtaking even bicycles is possible - the rules do not prohibit moving in two rows, if this does not violate other rules.

Crossings

The rules and priority signs also apply to cyclists, i.e. A right-turning car traveling parallel to you must yield to a bicycle traveling straight ahead, and a cyclist must yield to vehicles approaching from the right.

Once again, pay attention to the turn to the left. On a single-lane road, a cyclist has the right to turn in the same way as cars and motorcycles along a full trajectory. Otherwise, there are two ways to rotate:

1. Sequential straight ahead, stop with a turn, one more straight ahead (i.e. in two movements);
2. Crossing an intersection as a pedestrian.

In this case, on the left is a bicycle vehicle, and on the right is a pedestrian with a bicycle.

While driving a bicycle with our hands, we become a pedestrian when crossing the intersection, receiving the appropriate rights and obligations, and we can use pedestrian crossing and the corresponding traffic signal.

Driving near obstacles

Sometimes you have to move around corners, thickets, tunnels and other obstacles that block your view. Due to the fragility of the cyclist, compared to other road users, it is recommended to use an audible signal so that approaching vehicles and pedestrians can take into account the appearance of the cyclist from behind the line of sight.

By the way, in countries such as Belarus and Ukraine, a bicycle bell is required to be installed. In Russia, this requirement has not yet been explicitly fixed for bicycles, although it is implied for the entire class of vehicles.

notation system

The cyclist, like other participants in the movement, is obliged to give signals about the planned maneuvers. If the backpack or frame is not equipped with newfangled dimensions with turn signals, you should use the established system of hand signs:

• rebuilding or turning to the right - extended right or left arm bent at the elbow;
• rebuilding or turning to the left - extended left or right arm bent at the elbow;
• stop - any of the hands raised up.

Hands down are also used to give signs in the column. For example, the left hand means "pits on the left" and similarly for the right. This alarm is rarely used.

Before using in heavy traffic, for safety, you should practice making signs, because taking one of your hands off the wheel, it is easy to lose control, and coupled with the requirements for visibility, this can lead to falls and injuries.

Liability and accidents

Cyclists also get into accidents, and the rules for them do not differ from automobile ones:

• You must not leave the scene.
• Do not touch the vehicle (i.e. bicycle).
• You should call and wait for the traffic police.

Bikers are also liable, like drivers, except when they moved by cycling and being pedestrians.

Conclusion

As we have seen, a “bike driver” must be a competent road user, know and follow the rules of cycling, and also feel responsible on the road. In addition, knowledge of the rules of the road allows you to move around on a bike much more efficiently, because, in addition to restrictions, the rules explain the possibilities of movement, such as priority or correct placement in the lane.
However, one should not forget about safety, the basic rules of a cyclist are the timely designation of maneuvers, sound signal and reasonable respect for faster and heavy participants road traffic - save the life, health of the cyclist and allow you to effectively enjoy riding.