Topic 6. Cyclist - driver of the vehicle

Subject: OBJ.

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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 are caused by 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.

By what spiritual and physical qualities of a driver can one 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 should be brought up from 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 allowed on most city streets, in settlements and on 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 rear, 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 only 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 of the Association of Youth Automobile Schools of Russia is to create 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 automobile schools have the status of institutions of 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 of health camps, parents and public organizations on the problem of preventing 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 for some reason forget about, the same responsibilities 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 the terminology makes clear, a cyclist can quickly change his status on the road if he drives a bike 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 is a 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

Overview

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 vehicle 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 path. 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.

By driving a bicycle with our hands, we become a pedestrian when crossing the intersection, receiving the appropriate rights and obligations, and we can use the 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, you should practice making signs for safety, 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, we should not forget about safety, the basic rules of the cyclist - the timely designation of maneuvers, the sound signal and reasonable respect for faster and heavier road users - will save the life, health of the cyclist and allow you to effectively enjoy riding.

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Everyone who gets behind the wheel of a bicycle becomes a road user. Therefore, the requirements for it are as strict as for car drivers and motorcycle drivers.

To ensure the safety of themselves and others, the drivers of these vehicles must follow the rules.

The number of wheeled mobile vehicles that are driven by human muscle power is growing year by year. They are bought in specialized stores and rented: they go to work, take kids to kindergarten, take walks and shopping trips, and simply use them to maintain health.

Therefore, in order to avoid confusion on the roads, cyclists must follow the rules.

In European countries, this type of transport is perhaps the most popular. Denmark, Germany, Holland, Belgium are leaders in their passion. There is a developed network of bicycle paths, special traffic lights have been installed, which confirms the attention of people to a mobile vehicle. In Denmark, for example, a car is now considered a luxury, and the bicycle has occupied a significant niche among the means of transportation. This is explained by the introduction of a high tax on the purchase of a car, which exceeds the cost of the car itself. Added to this was the introduction of parking fees. So this means of transportation has gained popularity, which is used to travel to places that cannot be reached on foot and by car, it is allowed to drive into the center of large cities. Riding on such transport is also good for health.

The benefits of this vehicle:

• price - it is much lower than for other modes of transport;
• there is no need to buy gasoline, the prices of which are quite high;
• small dimensions;
• there are no problems associated with traffic jams on city roads during peak hours;
• speed. It, in comparison with motorcycles and cars, is lower, however, thanks to mobility, it is faster to get to the right time by bike;
• pedaling turns into a kind of plus: it helps to pump up the muscles of the legs;
• being in the open air (where there are no exhaust gases) turns into another plus for health;
• riding focuses attention, helps a person to concentrate.

The list of main advantages turned out to be rather big.

But the same cannot be ignored about the shortcomings:

• storage problem;
• insufficient number of parking lots in cities and equipped paths;
• seasonality, i.e. in rainy weather and winter time, this transport is inefficient.

China dominates among the main manufacturers - a huge number of factories for the assembly and production of cheap and mobile vehicles are concentrated there. But, do not rush to find fault with the manufacturer - a lot of good words have been said about its products, moreover, in comparison with eminent European manufacturers, mobile transport costs much less.

The fact that there are up to a billion fans in the world to ride "with the breeze" testifies to many things, and that people have thought about the environment and thus are fighting air pollution.

Negative consequences of the popularity of cars

• pollute air;
• require significant financial investments, including for current and scheduled repairs;
• make a lot of noise;
• long time spent behind the wheel is the cause of the development of certain diseases;
• low mobility of the driver leads to the same problems.

These problems are not familiar to those who have chosen mobile transport. If it is further popularized, it will become the transport of the future, especially considering how quickly production is developing, how many new models and gadgets have been developed for it.

Excerpts from chapter 6 of the rules for cyclists

The chapter spells out the rules that must be clearly observed when leaving your own home, when the driver becomes a full-fledged road user.

What are the rules for cyclists

The rules of the road (Chapter 6 "Requirements for drivers of mopeds and bicycles") clearly regulate the behavior of cyclists who have left their homes and find themselves on the roads.

Consider the basic rules prescribed in this chapter:

6.1 On bicycles on the roadway, the rules are allowed to move citizens who have reached the age of fourteen.

Children over the age of 14 may ride alone on the roads in accordance with the rules. The rules allow minors to move only on sidewalks. And for those who are not even 7 years old, you can ride only under the supervision of adults.

6.2. The mobile transport in question must be equipped with light reflectors- this is another rule of the cyclist. The color of the reflector installed in front is white, the reflector is mounted at the back red, on the sides - orange. The rules require that in addition to reflectors, there should be an audible signal.

6.3. If the traffic takes place in conditions of limited visibility, in particular at night, the rules require that the use of lights installed in front and behind, which will help to mark the vehicle on the roadway.

6.4. The following rule: in order not to interfere with traffic participants when moving in a group, you need to go in a chain, i.e. one after another. If the column is moving, then the cyclists are divided into groups, 10 people each, and move, keeping a distance of 80-100 meters between groups. According to the rules, the distance between the “drivers” themselves is maintained at least 1.5 meters. Compliance with this rule will help drivers of other vehicles move freely, avoiding traffic jams.

6.5. It is allowed to transport loads of such dimensions that do not interfere with the control of the bicycle. The rules allow the transport of goods on a special trunk or trailer, but do not provide for the transportation of oversized cargo.

• drive vehicles with a faulty signal, brakes, no lighting (at night), as well as in poor visibility;
• You can’t ride on the roadway if there is a bike path nearby;
• move along the paths for pedestrians (except for children's bicycles);
• hold onto another vehicle while driving;
• drive without holding the steering wheel or taking your feet off the pedals;
• transporting adults (children under 7 years old) on an additional seat is allowed, provided that
• that the seat is equipped with footrests);
• it is not allowed by the rules of cyclists to tow bicycles, mopeds, trailers (except as specified above).

Rules: where the vehicle is allowed to go

On the roadway, you are required to drive (according to the rules) as close as possible to the right side of the road. Often parked cars that need to be bypassed interfere with this rule, which is very risky from the point of view of vehicles moving behind and from the driver of a parked car, who can open the door in front of the cyclist’s nose without noticing his approach.

If during the trip a breakdown occurs, an injury occurs, or just a person is tired and wants to walk, he turns into a pedestrian, even walking with a vehicle. Now he must move, according to the rules, along the edge of the left side of the road - towards moving vehicles, so that in case of danger, he can quickly react.

How is the bike lane marked?

If there is a bike path, you need to move only on it.

Its presence is indicated by a road sign provided for by the rules:

In the absence of a sign, markings are applied to the bike path indicating the direction of movement (stated by the rules).

If it is, then the rules of cyclists prohibit movement on the roadway. So far, there are few paths in our country, so cyclists roam along with trucks and cars, so the issue of personal safety is extremely relevant.

What you need to know to stay safe on the roads

• Driving on the roads is dangerous because cyclists may not be seen at night. To prevent this from happening, it is recommended to wear brighter cycling clothing and equip your vehicle with reflective elements, as required by the rules for cyclists, section 6.2. The taillight must be turned on in accordance with paragraph 6.3 of the rules for cyclists. A bicycle lamp is attached to the handlebar, powered by a battery or batteries.
• The headlight will help you notice vehicles from afar and illuminate the path.
• Headlights often have different functions: continuous glow, flashing.
• In order not to risk turning back, equip your mobile vehicle with a rear-view mirror by attaching it to the steering wheel. This simple accessory will help you focus on the road.
• Another point of the rules aimed at maintaining the health of the cyclist is the mandatory wearing of a helmet that will protect the head in case of a fall, from which even an experienced driver is not immune. After all, circumstances do not always depend on his experience and skills.

Do cyclists need a license?

Until now, this has not been required, but the State Duma has already raised this issue, to which the owners of the "iron horses" reacted ambiguously. Most of them reacted negatively to this decision. But, the measures were caused by a global violation of the rules, unwillingness to equip your vehicle accordingly, neglect of safety rules - wearing reflective clothing and a helmet.

The rights will help improve the culture of these drivers, as well as apply fines to them for violations. But, not only they are to blame for accidents on the roads, so it would be desirable to start building bike paths, about which there is no news yet.

When the law is passed, it will be possible to move around only with a certificate similar to the rights of a motorist. But, given the increased interest in bicycles, the introduction of compulsory training for obtaining a license could be the reason why the demand for bicycles will fall.

The rules for cyclists provide gestures to help determine which maneuver they will perform.

Hands act as car headlights:

• when it is lifted to the right, there will be a turn to the right;
• raising his hand up, the driver will continue to move in a straight line;
• do not turn left - it is forbidden.

What to do if you can't turn left. In this case, they reach the nearest underground or ground crossing and cross the road, dismounting. If you find it difficult to make signs with your hands, get an electronic system that indicates turns. Inform your colleagues on the road in advance about upcoming maneuvers so that they can find their bearings in time.

Video: Cyclist standing in a traffic jam

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 traffic, 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.

The 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, the rights of this category of traffic are assigned to him.

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 changes 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.

Overview

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 is 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 regulated pedestrian crossing ... Are these changes currently in effect or not?

When purchasing a bicycle, how many people remember that he is a cyclist and is a full-fledged road user. This means that you need to know and follow the rules of the road. We recall the main points of traffic rules related to cyclists.

General provisions

Bike- a vehicle having two wheels or more, set in motion by the muscular power of a person on it.

Driver- a person driving a vehicle. Thus, the cyclist is the driver of the vehicle, and therefore a road user.

The driver is obliged to know and comply with the requirements of the Rules of the Road (SDA), traffic signals, signs and markings, as well as follow the orders of the traffic controllers.

Requirements for the movement of bicycles:

1. Riding a bicycle while driving on roads is allowed for persons at least 14 years old.

2. Cyclists should only move in the rightmost lane in one lane as far to the right as possible. Driving on the side of the road is allowed if it does not interfere with pedestrians.

3. Columns of cyclists when moving along the carriageway must be divided into groups of 10 cyclists. To facilitate overtaking, the distance between groups should be 80-100 m.

4. At an unregulated intersection of a cycle path with a road, a cyclist must give way to vehicles moving on the road.

The cyclist is prohibited from:

1. drive without holding the steering wheel with at least one hand;

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

3. carry cargo that interferes with driving or that protrudes more than 0.5 meters in length or width;

4. move along the road if there is a bike path nearby;

5. turn left or turn around on roads with tram traffic and on roads with more than one traffic lane;

6. towing bicycles, as well as bicycles, except for towing a trailer intended for use with a bicycle.

7. move on the sidewalk, footpath;

8. drive on roads marked with signs 5.1 "motorway" and 5.3 "road for cars";

9. use while driving a telephone that is not equipped with a technical device that allows you to negotiate without using your hands;

10. drive in a state of intoxication, under the influence of drugs that impair reaction and attention, in a sick or tired state.

When listening to music while riding, to control the situation from behind, it is recommended not to cover one ear.

Technical requirements

The bicycle must have a working brake, steering wheel and horn; be equipped at the front with a retroreflector and a lamp or headlight (for driving at night and in conditions of poor visibility) of white color, at the rear with a retroreflector or a red lamp, and on each side with an orange or red reflector.

It is desirable to have a bicycle helmet, or any other with a closed occiput.

Responsibility for traffic violations

Violation of Article 12.29 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation entails the imposition of an administrative fine in the amount of 100-500 rubles. Failure to comply with other requirements of traffic rules also entails a fine or a warning.

If the actions of a cyclist caused damage to people's health or transport, then civil liability measures are applied to him.

Criminal liability occurs in case of violation of traffic rules, which negligently caused death or serious harm to human health.

Cyclist signals

The signal of a left turn, turn, rebuild, start of movement corresponds to the left arm extended to the side or the right arm extended to the side and bent at the elbow at a right angle.

The right turn signal corresponds to the right arm extended to the side or the left arm extended to the side and bent at the elbow at a right angle.

The brake signal is given by any hand raised up.

Instructions for action

When you turn on the prohibitory traffic light, you must stop near the stop lines or the sign 6.16 "STOP" that duplicates it.

When you turn on the permissive signal of a traffic light that is not equipped with an additional arrow, you must indicate the maneuver and move to the left. Drivers turning right will not overtake or cut. According to statistics, this is the most common type of accident. It is advisable to use the same tactics when passing right turns on minor roads.

When leaving the yard, or from a secondary road to the main one, the cyclist must give way to other road users, including pedestrians. When turning right, leaving the main road, crossing an unregulated pedestrian crossing, you must also give way to pedestrians.

At the intersection of equivalent roads, the driver must give way to vehicles approaching from the right. Approaching such an intersection, you need to make sure that the driver on the left misses. If in doubt, it's best to skip it.

On roads with tram tracks or roads with two or more lanes for traffic in the same direction, drivers must dismount and cross the road to make a left turn or a u-turn and cross the road while driving the bike next to them.

In built-up areas, drivers must give way to trolleybuses and buses starting from a designated stop.

Outside intersections where tram tracks cross the carriageway, the cyclist must give way to the tram, except when the tram leaves the depot.